A Japanese girl sacrifices her heritage for the American dream when a naval officer chooses her for his bride. Her dream is crushed by betrayal when he traps her in the very cage she wishes to escape. She seizes her destiny, and the devastating outcome lingers long after the final note.

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Madama Butterfly

The Santa Fe Opera

Living life on her own terms in sultry Seville, the drama starts when Carmen catches the eye of the soldier, Don José, and desire quickly turns into obsession. Add in the swagger of star bullfighter Escamillo, a touch of jealousy, and one of the most iconic scores in opera history.

Carmen

Tennessee Theatre

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.

Soka Performing Arts Center

Puccini’s sublime masterpiece closes out our celebratory 2024–2025 season in grand style, with five performances conducted by VO’s Music Director, Maestro Jacques Lacombe. This extended run boasts a double cast bursting with world-class talents, including Tokyo-born soprano Yasko Sato. Praised for her “disarming, honest, refined and authentic” approach, she makes her VO/Canadian debut as Cio-Cio-San, having previously explored the role’s complexities in performances throughout Italy, the US, Belgium, Slovenia, Greece, Spain, and Japan.

Queen Elizabeth Theatre

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.

Marcus Performing Arts Center

The world’s most beloved opera graces the Opera Omaha stage. For centuries Puccini’s shivering artists have moved hearts with their bohemian ideals and singular hope. In a winter of poverty, Mimi and Rodolfo’s love ignites a contagious warmth until a heartbreaking reality tears them apart.

Karen Chia-Ling Ho

Events

Upcoming events

13 - 15 Nov, 2026

La bohème · Opera Omaha

Past events

Jul 3 - Aug 29, 2026

Madama Butterfly · Santa Fe Opera

24 - 26 Oct, 2025

Carmen · Knoxville Opera

Future and recently performed repertoire

Cio-Cio-San in Madama Butterfly by Puccini

Santa Fe Opera

Clo-Clo-San in Madama Butterfly by Puccini

Vancouver Opera

Mimi in La bohème by Puccini

Opera Omaha

Micaëla in Carmen by Bizet

Knoxville Opera

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