Rachel Blaustein

Emma Commisso

Gabriel Hernandez

Lynn Craver

Celeste Morales

Wyatt Mcdaniel

Kristin Ditlow

Susannah Berryman

Opera Ithaca

Opera Ithaca is thrilled to present "The Turn of the Screw," a captivating opera composed by Benjamin Britten with libretto by Myfanwy Piper. This enthralling production is based on the classic novella by Henry James and is set to take the stage at the Hangar Theatre in Ithaca, NY. Audiences can look forward to performances on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.

"The Turn of the Screw" tells the haunting tale of a young governess who takes up an assignment to care for two children in the English countryside. However, she soon becomes convinced that there are other, mysterious presences around her, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural. This opera explores themes of innocence, corruption, and the complex nature of truth.

The production features a talented cast including Lynn Craver as The Governess, Celeste Morales as Mrs. Grose, Gabriel Hernandez as Peter Quint, Rachel Blaustein as Miss Jessel, Emma Commisso as Flora, and Wyatt McDaniel as Miles. Under the direction of Susannah Berryman and conducted by Kristin Ditlow, this opera promises to be a compelling and atmospheric experience.

Tickets for "The Turn of the Screw" are available now. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a mesmerizing opera that will leave you pondering the mysteries of the unseen and the unknown.

The Turn of the Screw

Hangar Theatre