2015 – 2016
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EXTRAORDINARY SEASON Journey through a season of five unforgettable operas woven together by the power of the human spirit. Full of intrigue and infused with passion, these masterpiece performances will transport you to fantastical places and stir feelings unparalleled. Whether attending your first opera or your hundredth, Minnesota Opera’s world-class productions draw you into a synthesis of beauty: stunning voices, breathtaking music, gorgeous costumes and extraordinary sets. A truly unrivaled
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“ The company … balances its rich history with modernity, coupling the classics … with boundary-pushing world premieres.” – MINNESOTA MONTHLY
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ARIADNE
AUF NAXOS September 26, October 1, 3 and 4, 2015
STRAUSS’ COMEDIC CHARMER When the wealthiest man in Vienna double-books a group of buttoned-up opera singers and a band of bawdy comedians as dinner entertainment, the fun begins. Ariadne and her fellow singers must perform their serious opera, now including the saucy comedy troupe’s antics. This opera-within-an-opera tickles your funny bone one minute and tugs at your heartstrings the next. Richard Strauss’ look at art, fidelity and love is at once divinely comic and achingly tender, enchanting audiences from the beginning to the last note.
SUNG IN GERMAN WITH ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS PROJECTED ABOVE THE STAGE
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FLUTE November 14, 15, 19 and 21, 2015
MOZART’S MYSTICAL MASTERPIECE Mozart’s timeless comedy sprouts wings and flies in this boundary-busting production by Komische Oper Berlin and the British theater group
“... enough creativity, energy and, yes, magic to win me over.” – STAR TRIBUNE
1927. Fantastical, highly stylized and synchronized animation sets a surreal stage upon which a quirky cast of characters explore love, truth and the pursuit of enlightenment. Minnesota Opera remounts the show that thrilled audiences of all ages and still has the critics talking.
“… a silly, surreal and totally enjoyable night …” - PIONEER PRESS
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“… you’re never going to forget this production. It’s wild, in the best of all possible ways.” - MPLS/ST.PAUL MAGAZINE
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RUSALKA January 23, 28, 30 and 31, 2016
DVORAK’S MOST LYRICAL MUSIC Rusalka, a beautiful water nymph, falls in love with a prince, sacrificing her voice in return for entry into his human world. But betrayal condemns her to eternal solitude. Dvořák juxtaposes the mortal and the mythical with beautiful folk melodies and “Song to the Moon.” Kelly Kaduce returns to the stage in a reprisal of Minnesota Opera’s critically acclaimed production.
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“dazzling and inventive” – STAR TRIBUNE
The sublimely expressive KELLY KADUCE (pictured) as Rusalka.
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PHOTO CREDITS: COVER AND PAGE 9
La traviata, 2011, PAGE 1 Turandot, 2013, PAGE 3 Cinderella, 2010, The Magic Flute, 2014, PAGE 7 Rusalka, 2008, PAGE 11 Hamlet, 2013. Photos © Michal Daniel. Design: Amy Kirkpatrick, Retouching: Steve Kemmerling, Color at Bolger Printing: Glen Porter.
luminous arias, including Rusalka’s heartbreaking
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TOSCA March 12, 13, 17 and 19, 2016
PUCCINI’S CROWNING JEWEL A fiery prima donna, an idealistic artist and a manipulative chief of police find themselves entangled in a web of drama in this spellbinding classic. Tosca’s allegiance to her lover, Cavaradossi, is put to the ultimate test by the obsessive Scarpia who will stop at nothing to possess her. This magnificent tale of deceit, love and honor brims with sumptuous music and unforgettable arias.
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The shining May 7, 12, 14 and 15, 2016 Music by Paul Moravec Libretto by Mark Campbell Based on the novel by Stephen King A New Works Initiative Production
A WORLD-PREMIERE THRILLER Stephen King’s best-selling novel comes to life in this suspenseful new opera by Pulitzer Prizewinning composer Paul Moravec. As the Torrance family settles in at the infamous Overlook Hotel, Jack comes face to face with his own demons – real and imagined. Will he be able to protect his wife and son from the evil forces within the hotel? This dramatic thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat with a dynamic musical score befitting King’s page-turner.
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BRIAN MULLIGAN (pictured), who delivered a riveting performance as Hamlet, returns to the Minnesota Opera stage as Jack Torrance.
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SEATING CHART Color coding signifies seating area. See package price chart on opposite page. All operas are performed in the Music Theater at Ordway. 345 Washington Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
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$615
$815
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$205
$300
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$485
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$101
$186
$272
$353
$438
Accessibility options are available. Please call 612-333-6669 for more information. Subscription tickets will be mailed in August 2015. Programs, artists and schedules are subject to change.
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PERFORMANCE CHART Ariadne auf Naxos
The Magic Flute
Rusalka
Tosca
The Shining
Opening (Sat.)
Sept. 26 8pm
Nov. 14 7:30pm
Jan. 23 7:30pm
Mar. 12 7:30pm
May 7 7:30pm
Thursday
Oct. 1 7:30pm
Nov. 19 7:30pm
Jan. 28 7:30pm
Mar. 17 7:30pm
May 12 7:30pm
Saturday
Oct. 3 7:30pm
Nov. 21 7:30pm
Jan. 30 7:30pm
Mar. 19 7:30pm
May 14 7:30pm
Oct. 4 2pm
Nov. 15 2pm
Jan. 31 2pm
Mar. 13 2pm
May 15 2pm
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$127
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$239
$311
$415
$550
Please note: A $3 per-ticket Arts Partnership facility fee is included in the package prices listed above. A Student/Senior Discount is available on Thursdays and Sundays only in seating areas B-F. Seniors 62+. *Seating Area F is Partial View. Stage and/or surtitles may be obstructed from seats in this area.
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Rusalka, 2008 © Michal Daniel
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