Steinmetz Hall will transform into the North Country for Opera Orlando’s 2023-24 All for Art MainStage production of Lucia di Lammermoor, April 19 at 7:30 p.m. and April 21 at 2 p.m. Tickets are on sale now, but the Opera is providing a variety of opportunities to get to know more about this original production — set in the world of Westeros — and its phenomenal cast, starring soprano Marnie Breckenridge as Lucia, tenor Ben Gulley as her lover Edgardo, and Grammy Award-winning baritone Gabriel Preisser as her scheming brother Enrico.
“It is always great to share the excitement around our upcoming productions with our audiences and fans,” shared artist director Grant Preisser. “Our More of the MainStage event series always has something enticing for everyone: from opera newcomers to opera aficionados. Plus it is a great way to socialize and connect with other opera fans throughout Central Florida before seeing and hearing it all come together on stage at Steinmetz Hall.”
LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR MORE OF THE MAINSTAGE EVENTS:
AMBASSADORS MIXER
Friday | April 5 at 6:30 p.m.
The home of Joy Roney
$75 per person | RSVP required
(discount for Opera Orlando Ambassadors)
World-renowned tenor Louis Roney attended Winter Park High School and sang on all of the world's stages, including La Scala. He passed away in 2017 at the age of 96 and is survived by his wife and Opera Orlando Ambassador Joy Roney, who graciously hosts this annual event in support of the Opera. Enjoy opera favorites sung by Gabriel Preisser and the Opera Orlando Studio Artists in the intimate setting of the Roney home in Winter Park, with wine, appetizers, and desserts included.
MASTERCLASS WITH THE MAESTRO
Saturday | April 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Broadway United Methodist Church
FREE EVENT | RSVP required
Conductor Robert Wood makes his Company debut conducting the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra for Lucia di Lammermoor. Get to know Maestro Wood as he discusses the upcoming production and hosts a masterclass where he works one-on-one with members of the Studio Artists program who will also be featured on the MainStage.
OPERAINSIGHTS
Tuesday | April 9 at 12 p.m.
The Woman’s Club of Winter Park
$75 per person | RSVP required
(discount for Opera Orlando Ambassadors)
Enjoy lunch with the cast and creative team of Lucia di Lammermoor and get behind-the-scenes insights into the rehearsal and creative process through a Q&A session with conductor Robert Wood and stage director Grant Preisser. A musical program will follow the discussion, featuring the cast of Lucia di Lammermoor, accompanied by resident pianist Nathan Cicero.
OPERAEXPERIENCE Happy Hour!
Wednesday | April 10 at 5:30 p.m.
Debonair Supper Club | 183 S Orange Ave
FREE EVENT | RSVP required
Raise a glass with the cast and creative team of Lucia di Lammermoor at one of Orlando’s hottest new venues. Join other young professionals for appetizers and cocktails, while getting to mix and mingle with the artists in anticipation of opening night at Dr. Phillips Center.
For more information contact development manager Glorivy Arroyo at Glorivy@OperaOrlando.org.
SHOP TOUR
Thursday | April 11 at 10:30 a.m.
Opera Orlando Scene Shop | 4560 LB McLeod Road
FREE EVENT | RSVP required
Get an exclusive sneak peek of Lucia di Lammermoor as it comes to life in the Opera’s workshops. Be the first to see the original sets and costumes for this all-new production.
OPERA ON THE MAINSTAGE
Lucia di Lammermoor | music by Gaetano Donizetti and libretto by Salvadore Cammarano
sung in Italian with English and Spanish supertitles
Friday | April 19, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday | April 21, 2024 at 2 p.m.
A tale of love, betrayal, and madness, Lucia is torn between allegiance to her family and her love for Edgardo – sworn enemy to Lucia’s brother Enrico. A forced marriage leads to a tragic end for all involved in this Game of Thrones-inspired take on Donizetti’s gorgeous bel canto masterpiece.
age advisory: PG-13
Estimated run time is two hours and 45 minutes with one intermission. A pre-show talk, free for all ticket holders, will be held on stage 50 minutes prior to each performance.
Individual tickets for Lucia di Lammermoor start at just $29 and are on sale now through the Dr. Phillips Center’s Bill & Mary Darden Box Office (445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando), online at www.DrPhillipsCenter.org, or by calling (407) 839-0119, ext. 0.
See YOU at the Opera!
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About Opera Orlando: Celebrating, expanding, and sharing the world’s greatest art form, the 2023-24 season marks Opera Orlando’s eighth season producing high-quality operatic entertainment and educational programs that engage Central Florida audiences.
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