Indulge in the timeless allure of Puccini's masterpiece, Madama Butterfly, where Japanese traditions meet American dreams. As the exquisite melodies of Puccini's iconic score unfold, experience an exploration of love, sacrifice, and cultural collision. Delve into a world brimming with raw emotion as Cio-Cio San faces heartbreak, and her unwavering devotion leads to a devastating sacrifice for the future of her child.

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Madama Butterfly

Marcus Performing Arts Center

Step into a world of passion and heartbreak with Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, brought to you by the Parnassus Society. Feel the raw emotion as Karen Chia-Ling Ho, starring as Cio-Cio San, and Bruce Sledge as Pinkerton lead a stellar cast, including Milena Kitic as Suzuki, Nmon Ford as Sharpless, Maria Lazarova as Kate Pinkerton, Ryan Reithmeier as Bonze, and Robert Norman as Goro. Under the skilled direction of conductor Benjamin Makino with the Parnassus Virtuosi Orchestra, and brought to life by the stage direction of Peter Atherton and the exuberant voices of the OCSA Puccini Chorus, this is a performance you won’t want to miss. Let the music and drama stir your soul in an unforgettable experience.

Karen Chia-Ling Ho

Events

Upcoming events

May 1, 2025

Madama Butterfly · Soka University of America - Performing Arts Center

Past events

18 - 20 Oct, 2024

Madama Butterfly · The Florentine Opera

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