Tag: Opera
Opera Theatre Docent Presentation: Galileo Galilei
Come join us as we take a look at the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ Galileo Galilei, presented by Phyllis Hyken. Discover the story of Galileo’s unwavering dedication to the pursuit of knowledge that paved the way for groundbreaking scientific advancements, but also caused fierce conflicts with the Church he…
Opera Theatre Docent Presentation: Julius Caesar
Come join us as we take a look at the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ Julius Caesar, presented by Gwen Adams. Hear more about the romance between two powerful figures of the ancient world – Julius Caesar of Rome and Cleopatra of Egypt. As sparks fly between these two rulers,…
Opera Theatre Docent Presentation: La Bohème
Come join us as we take a look at the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ La Bohème, by Giacomo Puccini, presented by Kathy Sitzer. Surrender to the intoxicating allure of young love. A group of bohemian artists in Paris find solace and camaraderie in their shared dreams. In their frosty…
Opera Theatre Docent Presentation: The Barber of Seville
Come join us as we take a look at the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ Barber of Seville, by Gioachino Rossini, presented by Keith Welsh. Take a romp through a world of high notes, hijinks, and hair-raising escapades with this comedic masterpiece. The razor-sharp barber, Figaro exerts his favorite role…
Opera Theatre Docent Presentation: Treemonisha
Come join us as we take a look at the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ Treemonisha, by Scott Joplin, presented by Ingrid Neuefeind Sometimes out of the deepest tragedy springs the greatest hope. Embark on a life-affirming journey of love and creativity in Scott Joplin’s opera Treemonisha, re-imagined with a…
Opera Theatre Docent Presentation: Susannah
Come join us as we take a look at the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ Susannah, by Carlisle Floyd, presented by Gwen Adams Young and innocent, Susannah lives with her brother in a small town in Appalachia. One fateful day, men from her church happen to spot her bathing in…
