Limmie Pulliam

Timothy Myers

Leah Crocetto

Wei Wu

Jim Sale

Cina Crisara

Chorus Austin

Austin Opera

Verdi's Requiem

The Long Center for the Performing Arts

Madame Butterfly

Austin Opera proudly presents the company premiere of Verdi's Requiem, a monumental event celebrating the appointment of Timothy Myers as the Sarah and Ernest Butler Music Director. This performance is part of the Opera Unleashed series, which aims to bring epic masterpieces to the stage, featuring historically significant works composed for the operatic voice. Verdi's Requiem, known for its powerful and thrilling composition, will be showcased on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

This performance marks the 150th Anniversary of Verdi's Requiem and the 60th Anniversary of Chorus Austin, promising a spectacular celebration of music and community. The cast includes three star singers making their Austin Opera debuts: soprano Leah Crocetto, tenor Limmie Pulliam, and bass Wei Wu, alongside the Austin Opera Chorus and the professional members of Chorus Austin, under the leadership of Chorus Conductor Cina Crisara.

The creative team is led by Timothy Myers, serving both as conductor and the Sarah and Ernest Butler Music Director, with music by Giuseppe Verdi. The production also features lighting design by Jim Sale. This event not only highlights the musical might of the Austin Opera Orchestra and Chorus but also offers a deeper insight into Verdi's work, celebrated for its unforgettable power in performance.

Join us for this epic masterpiece and a festive celebration of Austin's collaborative arts community. Single tickets for the 2024-2025 Season, including this landmark performance, will go on sale Thursday, September 5, 2024. Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of opera's most revered compositions brought to life by a world-class cast and creative team.

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