San Diego Opera
Salome
March 21 and March 23
San Diego Civic Theatre
San Diego Opera presents Richard Strauss’s audacious masterpiece Salome, a gripping tale of desire, power, and vengeance inspired by Oscar Wilde’s provocative play. This biblical drama tells the story of Princess Salome’s obsessive infatuation with John the Baptist, a prisoner of her stepfather, King Herod. When Herod promises Salome anything she desires, her shocking demand sets the stage for a climactic and tragic finale.
Strauss’s groundbreaking score is celebrated for its intensity and complexity, making this production a rare opportunity to experience one of opera’s most demanding works. With Principal Conductor Yves Abel leading the orchestra and a stellar cast, including Kirsten Chambers as Salome, this production promises to be an unforgettable evening of drama and music.
Performed in German with English and Spanish translations projected above the stage.
La Traviata
April 25 and April 27
San Diego Civic Theatre
Step into 19th-century Paris with Giuseppe Verdi’s timeless opera, La Traviata, a heart-wrenching story of love, sacrifice, and societal pressure. At the heart of the story is Violetta Valéry, a glamorous courtesan who falls deeply in love with Alfredo Germont, a young nobleman. Their happiness is short-lived as family and societal expectations force Violetta to make an unimaginable choice, leading to a poignant and tragic conclusion.
This production showcases Verdi’s emotionally charged music, including some of opera’s most memorable arias and duets. Under the baton of Yves Abel and featuring stunning performances by a world-class cast, La Traviata remains one of the most beloved operas in the repertoire.
Performed in Italian with English and Spanish translations projected above the stage.
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