GREATER MIDDLETOWN CONCERT ASSOCIATION presents: CELEBRATION of the 100th ANNIVERSARY of Giacomo PUCCINI’S LEGACY! An INTERNATIONAL cast of winners from the USA, Korea, Armenia, and MET singers in NYC will bring his masterpiece to life. Don’t miss the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra’s dazzling production in collaboration with the Teatro Lirico D’Europa! Puccini’s legacy endures through his masterful operas, which continue to captivate global audiences with their emotional depth and melodic beauty. His innovative orchestration and dramatic storytelling have cemented him as a pivotal figure in the evolution of opera.
The CAST:
Mimi – Gayane Ghambaryan (Armenia)*
Rodolfo – Daniel Juarez (USA)
Marcello – Cheoncho Lee (Korea)*
Musetta – Hannah Wolfe (USA)*
Colline – Gregory Sheppard
Benoit/Alcindoro – Stefan Szkafarowsky (USA)
Stage Director – Carlos Conde
Sets and Costumes – Teatro Lirico D’Europa
Artistic Director & Conductor – Adrian Sylveen
* Young Artists of the 2024 Greve Opera Academy
Immortal Giacomo Puccini’s La Bohème is a poignant opera capturing the essence of Bohemian life in Paris. It narrates the tragic romance between Rodolfo, a poet, and Mimì, a seamstress, set against a backdrop of poverty and artistic aspiration. The opera, with its memorable arias, is celebrated for its emotive power and lush melodies. La Bohème remains a staple in the opera world, resonating with audiences for its portrayal of love, friendship, and the bitter-sweetness of life.
ADMISSION: For tickets to the Nov. 17 Middletown performance, CLICK HERE
