Singer

The wheeling and dealing Figaro plays matchmaker between the savvy Rosina and the lovesick Count Almaviva, while Rosina's vulturous guardian does everything he can to keep the lovebirds apart. Full of schemes and hijinks, this "zany creation that is incredibly funny and wildly colorful" (City Arts) finishes the season on a high note.

Lindy Hume's "bright hilarious production" (The Stranger) is an audience favorite with magnificently colorful sets and costumes. Combined with Gioachino Rossini's familiar and show-stopping tunes, this production is a treat for ears and eyes alike!

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The Barber of Seville

Seattle Center

Get ready for a rollicking fiesta of sunny Seville madness as Rossini’s celebrated, razor-sharp comedy returns to our stage in riotous technicolor. Featuring some of opera’s most familiar and show-stopping tunes, The Barber of Seville is a must-see treat for the eyes and ears!

Simpson College

**Berkshire Opera Festival presents: Faust at Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center**

Join us for an unforgettable evening of opera as the Berkshire Opera Festival brings to life Gounod's masterpiece, "Faust," at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. This captivating performance is scheduled for Friday, August 30, from 7:30 pm to 10:15 pm, promising an epic tale of tragedy, redemption, and the consequences of a Faustian bargain.

**Event Highlights:**

- **Date and Time:** Friday, August 30, 7:30 pm - 10:15 pm
- **Location:** Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230
- **Tickets:** Start at $20. Early-bird pricing ends April 3. Special $15 tickets are available for ages 30 and under. BOF/Mahaiwe Member Sale begins Wednesday, February 14 at noon, with the Public Sale starting Wednesday, February 21 at noon.
- **Special Offer:** On Saturday, August 24, enjoy a free pre-performance talk with dramaturg Cori Ellison at 12pm, offering insights into Gounod’s greatest work.

**About the Opera:**
"Faust" tells the story of old Dr. Faust who, in his quest for youth, makes a pact with the devil, leading to unforeseen and devastating consequences. This opera is celebrated for its rich, romantic score and has remained a beloved piece in the world of opera since its premiere. The performance will be sung in French with projected English translations, ensuring an accessible and immersive experience for all attendees.

**Featuring:**
- **Cast:** Duke Kim as Faust, Raquel González as Marguerite, Justin Hopkins as Méphistophélès, and more.
- **Creative Team:** Conductor Brian Garman and Stage Director Jonathon Loy lead an exceptional team to bring this production to life.

**Additional Information:**
The opera runs for approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one intermission. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the Berkshire Opera Festival website or call the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center Box Office.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of the pinnacles of French romantic opera in the beautiful setting of the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center.

Berkshire Opera Festival Presents: Faust

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

Famed Venezuelan conductor Domingo Hindoyan and our very own Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados lead Gounod’s romantic score, studded with one gorgeous love duet after another. Rising stars Amina Edris and Duke Kim make their house debuts as opera’s favorite star-crossed lovers, with Justin Austin in his company debut as Mercutio and company favorite Craig Colclough as Lord Capulet. Enter a sensuous, elegant world of vengeful duels and young love as this fan favorite returns to LA Opera for the first time since 2011.

Romeo And Juliet

The Music Center

A beloved New York holiday tradition, Mozart’s enchanting musical fairy tale returns in the Met’s abridged, English-language production by Julie Taymor—the Tony Award–winning director of Broadway’s The Lion King. With dazzling puppets and a colorful setting, the Met’s Magic Flute is one of the city’s ultimate seasonal sensations for family audiences.

The Magic Flute—Holiday Presentation

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

Enter the whimsical world of Mozart with this beloved audience favorite in a striking new-to-Seattle production featuring eye-popping hand-drawn animation. In a quest to save the beautiful Pamina, Prince Tamino is joined by the bird catcher Papageno and is given a magic flute with extraordinary powers. The two face a vengeful Queen of the Night and many other trials that test their fidelity, love, and determination. But all ends well when truths are revealed and new love blossoms.

Duke Kim

Tenor

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