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Washington National Opera: An American Soldier

THE KENNEDY CENTER Washington National Opera: American Opera Initiative: An American Soldier The second season of the American Opera Initiative continues with An American Soldier, an hour-long, world premiere opera composed by Huang Ruo with a libretto by David Henry … Continue reading

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Washington National Opera: The Magic Flute

THE KENNEDY CENTER Presents: Washington National Opera: The Magic Flute A love-struck prince sets out on a fantastic adventure to rescue the Queen of the Night’s daughter in Mozart’s final opera. This “zesty and imaginative new production” (San Francisco Chronicle) … Continue reading

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L’ELISIR D’AMORE at the Washington National Opera

THE KENNEDY CENTER Washington National Opera: The Elixir of Love Handsome Nemorino employs a “magical tonic” to win feisty Adina’s affections in Donizetti’s loveable comic opera–a warm and inspired masterpiece cherished for its whimsical wit, endearing characters, beautiful arias, and … Continue reading

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“Moby-Dick” at The Kennedy Center in Washington

THE KENNEDY CENTER Washington National Opera Presents “Moby-Dick” One man’s obsession leaves a lethal wake of destruction in Jake Heggie’s triumphant new opera of Melville’s literary masterwork–featuring massive nautical sets, dazzling visual effects, an achingly beautiful score, and a talented … Continue reading

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“The Daughter of the Regiment” in Wisconsin

  Presents:   Sung in French with projected English translations Production dates: Friday, February 7, 2014 | 8pm Sunday, February 9, 2014 | 2:30pm Run time: approx. 2 hours 15 minutes, including one intermission Related Events Opera Up Close: The … Continue reading

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“Pagliacci” in San Diego

 presents:   PAGLIACCI by Ruggero Leoncavallo PERFORMANCES: JANUARY 25, 28, 31; FEBRUARY 2, 2014 “Crazed clown murders wife in front of live audience” is what the headlines would have screamed after the jealous Canio stabs his wife Nedda and her … Continue reading

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