Created in 1948 in Los Angeles before hitting Broadway, Magdalena blends the codes of the American musical with sounds inspired by South American traditions. Set in Colombia, on the banks of the Magdalena River, the plot immerses the viewer in a Colombian village plagued by corruption: the arrival of a foreign engineer upsets the fragile balance between local traditions, religious power, and political issues. The rich and colorful score reflects composer Villa-Lobos's ambition to fuse musical cultures. While the work was warmly acclaimed at its premiere in the United States, it remains rarely performed. Opéra Junior is reviving it this season, in a version revisited and adapted for its young performers. A rare opportunity to discover a committed, moving, and spectacular work, driven by the enthusiasm and freshness of youth.

Patrick Meeus

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9 - 10 May, 2026

Magdalena · Opéra Orchestre National Montpellier

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