True to the classic tale, our three little pigs prepare to build their separate houses to withstand an impending visit by the hungry wolf. Only this time, the pigs are named for famous characters in Mozart operas (Despina, Cherubino, and Don Giovanni!) and they sing their little hearts out as they debate the merits of straw, sticks, and brick as building materials. (Spoiler alert—Despina prevails because of a research trip to the library!)

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The Three Little Pigs

AT&T Performing Arts Center

The Little Prince was originally commissioned by Houston Grand Opera, through a generous gift made by Kathryn and David Berg in memory of Larry Pfeffer, and is a co-production with HGO, Santa Fe Opera, Skylight Opera Theatre, Tulsa Opera, and Boston Lyric Opera.

The Little Prince

The big, bad wolf is on his way, so it’s time for our three little pigs—Despina, Cherubino, and little Don Giovanni—to build houses to withstand all his huffing and puffing! Luckily, the power of song is on their side (Mozart arias, to be precise)—plus their library cards give them access to all the information they need about home construction! A terrific 30-minute, kid-friendly opera!

Ashley Townsley

Events

Upcoming events

6 - 14 Feb, 2026

The Little Prince · Dallas Opera

Feb 28, 2026

The Three Little Pigs Family Opera · Dallas Opera

Past events

Oct 26, 2024 - Mar 1, 2025

The Three Little Pigs · Dallas Opera

Future and recently performed repertoire

Despina in The Three Little Pigs by Mozart

Dallas Opera

The Rose in The Little Prince by Portman

Dallas Opera

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