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Opera Memphis

Triumph, Obsession and Romance make up this season's exciting stories. These stories will take you on a visual and aural journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Opera Memphis is a non-touring, local based arts organization that has existed in Memphis for over 50 years. We present operatic stories from the great classics to new and exciting Memphis premieres.

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    Opera Memphis

    6745 Wolf River Parkway
    Memphis, TN 38120

    Phone: 901-257-3100

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    10/07/10- 10/09/10	Verdi's AIDA Orpheum Theatre Verdi's AIDA Presented by Opera Memphis at Orpheum Theatre October 7-October 9, 2010 Grand scenery, a large chorus and live animals are all part of the AIDA experience. Performed in the historic Orpheum Theatre, this operatic favorite is sure to delight both the opera newcomer and aficionado. Ethipian princess Aida is captured into slavery in Egypt. Radames, a military commander, struggles to choose between his love for her and his loyalty to the Pharoah. The Pharoah's daughter Amneris loves Radames, although he does not return her feelings. Starring Kishna Davis as Aida and...
    01/21/11- 02/13/11	Michael Ching's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Playhouse on the Square Michael Ching's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Presented by Opera Memphis at Playhouse on the Square January 21-February 13, 2011 An innovative twist on a beloved classic! Opera Memphis collaborates with Playhouse on the Square to stage a full-length opera performed entirely a cappella! Memphis' favorite a cappella group Delta Cappella will be featured as the "vocal orchestra." You are sure to be delighted by all three groups of characters - the Athenians, the fairies and the "rude mechanicals." Performed in English.
    04/16/11- 04/17/11	Giaochino Rossini's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Cannon Center for the Performing Arts Giaochino Rossini's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Presented by Opera Memphis at Cannon Center for the Performing Arts April 16-April 17, 2011 With the help of Figaro, a barber, Count Almaviva attempts to woo the beautiful Rosina, also being pursued by Dr. Bartolo, who intends to marry her for her money. The Count uses disguises and trickery in a hilarious journey to win Rosina's hand. Featuring the Opera Memphis debuts of Audrey Elizabeth Luna and Jordan Shanahan. Mrs. Luna makes her Metropolitan Opera debut as the Queen of the Night in the 2010-2011 season. Italian with English titles. THE BARBER OF SEVILLE is a collaboration...

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    04/22/10	Opera Memphis and the Levitt Shell for Opera in the Park Levitt Shell Opera Memphis and the Levitt Shell for Opera in the Park Presented by Levitt Shell at Levitt Shell April 22, 2010 Join Opera Memphis and the Levitt Shell for Opera in the Park on April 22, 2010 at 7:00PM. Featuring modern yet traditionally Japanese costumes by renowned ceramic artist Jun Kaneko, the principal cast will perform excerpts from Giacomo Puccini’s MADAME BUTTERFLY. Puccini’s MADAME BUTTERFLY is a staple of the opera repertoire and the most often performed opera in the United States. Opera in the Park is an early production of Levitt Shell's season and will be Michael...
    04/17/10- 04/20/10	MADAME BUTTERFLY Orpheum Theatre MADAME BUTTERFLY Presented by Opera Memphis at Orpheum Theatre April 17-April 20, 2010 Puccini's MADAME BUTTERFLY is a staple of the opera repertoire and the most often performed opera in the United States. The Opera Memphis production features a modern yet traditionally Japanese costume and scenic design by renowned ceramic artist Jun Kaneko. Excerpts from the opera will also be performed in a concert version at the Levitt Shell in Overton Park on Thursday, April 22 at 7:00 pm. Italian with English titles. A Test of Sacrifice: Japanese beauty Butterfly abandons her ancestral...
    01/22/10- 01/31/10	ORPHEUS Clark Opera Memphis Center ORPHEUS Presented by Opera Memphis at Clark Opera Memphis Center January 22-January 31, 2010 Based on the Greco-Roman myth of Orpheus' descent to Hades to retrieve his beloved Eurydice, ORPHEUS will feature three singers in the role of Orpheus on successive nights - a tenor, a countertenor, and a mezzo soprano. The Clark Opera Memphis Center will be transformed into a playing space with raised seating for the production. Partners New Ballet Ensemble will choreograph and perform the opera's ballet. Performed in English. A Test of Patience: Orpheus, stricken with grief over the death...
    10/31/09- 11/03/09	COSI FAN TUTTE Germantown Performing Arts Centre COSI FAN TUTTE Presented by Opera Memphis at Germantown Performing Arts Centre October 31-November 3, 2009 COSI FAN TUTTE, often translated as "Women Are Like That," is traditionally set in the 18th century. Opera Memphis has chosen to stage the opera in the roaring 20s with the performers singing downstage of the orchestra for an intimate 1920s night club experience. The roles of the "four lovers" will be performed by former and current Artists-In-Residence. Italian with English titles. A Test of Fidelity: Two military men claim that their fiance's will be eternally faithful....
    09/26/09	Opera Memphis 2009-2010 Season Preview Gala Clark Opera Memphis Center Opera Memphis 2009-2010 Season Preview Gala Presented by Opera Memphis at Clark Opera Memphis Center September 26, 2009 This black tie, red carpet gala features a gourmet three-course meal, open bar, an art auction, a sneak peek of all three productions of the Opera Memphis 2009-2010 season and dancing with The Dempseys.
    04/25/09- 04/28/09	Faust Orpheum Theatre Faust Presented by Opera Memphis at Orpheum Theatre April 25-April 28, 2009 Faust sells his soul to the Devil to hang on to the pleasures of women and youth. This supernatural tale will take you on an adventure where good triumphs over evil. You won't want to miss this masterpiece featuring the famous Jewel Song and "Avant de quitter." FAUST will feature the return of Metropolitan Opera tenor Adam Klein in the title role. Caroline Worra, who last appeared as Micaela in CARMEN, will perform the role of Marguerite. Rounding out the cast will be Darren...
    01/24/09- 01/25/09	Scott Joplin & Treemonisha Orpheum Theatre Scott Joplin & Treemonisha Presented by Opera Memphis at Orpheum Theatre January 24-January 25, 2009 Set in Texarkana, Arkansas after the Civil War, TREEMONISHA is the tale of a young African-American girl who rejects the superstitions of her community. This adaptation will take the audience on a journey of the struggles Joplin faced in trying to get his opera produced in the early 20th century when ragtime was giving way to jazz. Broadway and opera star Larry Marshall will direct SCOTT JOPLIN AND TREEMONISHA. Opera Artistic Director Michael Ching will be adapting the work to include and...
    10/25/08- 10/28/08	La Traviata Orpheum Theatre La Traviata Presented by Opera Memphis at Orpheum Theatre October 25-October 28, 2008 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): Violetta is Paris' most sought after courtesan and party girl. Kept by some of the city's wealthiest men, Violetta falls madly in love with Alfredo. Alfredo's father demands Violetta leave him. He says that this relationship is scandalizing the family name. Heartbroken, Violetta complies and writes Alfredo a "Dear John" letter. This classic features the famous drinking song "Libiamo ne'lieti calici." LA TRAVIATA is going to star Memphis based artist Kallen Esperian in...
    04/05/08- 04/06/08	Opera Memphis presents CINDERELLA Orpheum Theatre Opera Memphis presents CINDERELLA Presented by Opera Memphis at Orpheum Theatre April 5-April 6, 2008 Giaocchino Rossini Cinderella (La Cenerentola) centers on a beautiful young girl, the antics of her evil step-family, and the prince who saves her. An Opera Memphis premiere, this operatic version replaces the wicked stepmother with a bumbling stepfather. Otherwise, audiences will recognize similarities between the opera and the version made familiar by Disney. Sung in Italian with English titles.
    01/26/08- 01/29/08	Opera Memphis Presents Macbeth Orpheum Theatre Opera Memphis Presents Macbeth Presented by Opera Memphis at Orpheum Theatre January 26-January 29, 2008 Macbeth, hailed to become king by the three witches, lusts for power and takes fate into his own hands. His wife, Lady Macbeth, whose own ambition aids in her husband's act of murder, is overwhelmed with guilt causing her to go mad. Trying to wash their hands of blood, their quick rise and tragic fall from power become self-inflicted. Verdi's MACBETH, closely based upon Shakespeare's "Scottish play," will be presented in the context of PROJECT: MACBETH. Hattiloo Theatre will present...

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    • Event Name: La Traviata
      "Wonderfully Magical .. Strong Performances by All"
      Review posted by: Jeffrey Day from Cordova, TN USA, Oct 28, 2008
      

      I thoroughly enjoyed this production of La Triviata. This was the first opera for the person I brought. Chills up and down her arms and legs is all she said. She definitely will attend another... Expand

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      I thoroughly enjoyed this production of La Triviata. This was the first opera for the person I brought. Chills up and down her arms and legs is all she said. She definitely will attend another opera. Kallen Esperian was magical. Her voice never sounded better. The part of Germont, sang by Wm. Joyner, was masterfully delivered. Germont's father (Quinn Kelsey) really hit a home run. He received one of those crushing cheers as he walked out to take his bow. Overall, this was a memorable opera production that kept me singing all the way home and into the office Monday morning. Thank You Opera Memphis ! Collapse

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