Curtis Opera Theatre: Le nozze di Figaro
Mozart’s Comic Masterpiece of Marriage and Mayhem
Artists
Nicholas McGegan, conductor
Marcus Shields, director
Members of Curtis Opera Theatre
Members of Curtis Symphony Orchestra
Revel in Mozart and Da Ponte’s comic masterpiece, Le nozze di Figaro, (The Marriage of Figaro) where love, intrigue, and politics hilariously collide on the eve of Figaro and Susanna’s wedding. Join the quick-witted barber Figaro and his bride-to-be Susanna as they navigate a whirlwind 24 hours filled with mishaps and mischief.
As the philandering Count Almaviva disrupts the festivities, Susanna, Figaro, and the Countess Rosina join forces to outsmart him, proving that true love conquers all. Born from Beaumarchais’ play, this timeless opera blends razor-sharp satire with delightful arias and lively storytelling. Don’t miss this enchanting journey into the world of Figaro and his unforgettable wedding day.
Le nozze di Figaro will be performed in Italian with English supertitles.
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Program
WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART
music
LORENZO DA PONTE
libretto
