**Event: Four Lost Santas & Amahl and the Night Visitors**

**Date & Time:** December 6-8, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. & 2 p.m.

**Location:** Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 South Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

**Description:**
Opera Orlando is thrilled to present the world premiere of "Four Lost Santas," a comic Christmas Opera that promises to be the highlight of the holiday season. This original piece, commissioned by Opera Orlando, features music by Spicer Carr and a libretto by Spicer Carr and Rose Freeman, based on an innovative concept by Gabriel Preisser. "Four Lost Santas" serves as a delightful prelude to Menotti’s beloved seasonal classic, "Amahl and the Night Visitors."

The story unfolds with a barbershop quartet of Santas who find themselves lost on their way to SantaCon. Their unexpected detour leads them to Judy and Rudy, a mother and son duo who are en route to their community theater’s production of "Amahl." When the Santas’ car breaks down, they all embark on a journey to the theater, only to discover that the production is on the brink of cancellation. The Santas step in to save the day, bringing their own unique charm to the roles in "Amahl" and setting the stage for a heartwarming tale of hope and miracles.

This enchanting double bill is a perfect blend of humor, holiday spirit, and the sacred message of Christmas. Performed in the intimate setting of the Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater, audiences are invited to sing along with their favorite Christmas carols and embrace this new holiday tradition that is sure to warm hearts and inspire joy.

**Language:** The performances will be sung in English with English and Spanish supertitles.

**Duration:** Approximately 90 minutes with no intermission.

**Ticket Information:** Subscriptions and season packages are now available, offering savings on the 24/25 season. Special season launch pricing is available until July 4, with the opportunity to save up to 50% by subscribing now. Subscribers also receive a 10% discount on two subscriber add-on productions.

**Additional Information:** This production is recommended for ages 13 and up due to strong language and adult themes. Parents are advised to use discretion.

For more information on "Four Lost Santas & Amahl and the Night Visitors," including ticket purchases and parking details, please visit the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts website or contact the Bill & Mary Darden Box Office at 407.358.6603.

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Four Lost Santas Amahl and the Night Visitors

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

Opera Orlando is thrilled to present a unique operatic experience with "Beatrice Benedict / Cavalleria Rusticana" at the esteemed Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. This innovative production will take place in Steinmetz Hall on April 25 & 27, 2025, offering performances at 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. respectively.

This exceptional event combines Hector Berlioz’s "Beatrice Benedict," based on Shakespeare’s "Much Ado About Nothing," with Pietro Mascagni’s "Cavalleria Rusticana" into a single, compelling performance. Audiences will be transported to an Easter day in the Sicilian town of Messina, where they will first be delighted by Berlioz’s comedic tale of love and misunderstandings in the town square, culminating in joyous weddings and a happy conclusion. The mood shifts as the same setting becomes the backdrop for Mascagni’s powerful verismo opera, weaving a story of passion, betrayal, and tragedy.

This all-new opera mash-up is the brainchild of Opera Orlando's artistic director, Grant Preisser, who leads the production. Making his company debut, conductor Pasquale Valerio brings his expertise to the forefront, accompanied by the talents of the Opera Orlando Chorus and Youth Company, as well as dancers from the Orlando Ballet.

"Beatrice Benedict" will be performed in English, while "Cavalleria Rusticana" will be sung in Italian, with both operas featuring English and Spanish supertitles. The total runtime for the evening is 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one intermission.

Subscriptions for the 24/25 season are now available, offering special season launch pricing until July 4. Subscribers can save up to 50% and enjoy an additional 10% discount on two subscriber add-on productions. This is a unique opportunity to experience the fusion of comedy and tragedy in one unforgettable evening at the Dr. Phillips Center.

For more information on tickets and subscriptions, please visit the Dr. Phillips Center's official website or contact the Bill & Mary Darden Box Office at 407.358.6603.

Opera Orlando

6 - 8 Dec, 2024

Four Lost Santas Amahl and the Night Visitors

25 - 27 Apr, 2025

Beatrice Benedict / Cavalleria Rusticana

Opera Orlando

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