Vancouver Opera presents Die Fledermaus

Die Fledermaus, a comic operetta, is synonymous with opulence, laughter, and revelry. Its story revolves around a grand masquerade ball, making it the perfect choice for celebrating Vancouver Opera's impressive milestone. The production will bring the festive atmosphere to life with a stunning cast of international and local talents, breathtaking sets, and lavish costumes.

Ashlie Corcoran returns to direct her second Vancouver Opera season opener in a row, having helmed the fantastical Magic Flute in 2023, while Vancouver Opera Music Director Jacques Lacombe is conducting this high-spirited score which he has performed in past seasons in many major opera house including the Metropolitan Opera and the Monte Carlo Opera. This operatic masterpiece, filled with wit, charm, and unforgettable melodies, will set the stage for an extraordinary season of performances.

Die Fledermaus features an incredible cast of principal singers including Lara Ciekiewicz (Le nozze di Figaro), Mireille Lebel (Orfeo ed Euridice, La Voix Humaine), Owen McCausland (The Magic Flute), Peter Barrett (Faust, Carmen) and Giles Tomkins (Don Giovanni). Making their company debut with Vancouver Opera are Claire De Sevigne and John Chest. They are joined by members of the Vancouver Opera Chorus and the Vancouver Opera Orchestra.

DIE FLEDERMAUS
By Johann Strauss II
Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Sung in German with English SURTITLES™ projected above the stage
Saturday, October 26, 7:30PM
Thursday, October 31, 7:30PM
Saturday, November 2, 7:30PM
Sunday, November 3, 2:00PM

Tickets are on sale now for Die Fledermaus and all season productions, and subscriptions for the 2024-2025 season are still available. For more information about the 2024-2025 Vancouver Opera Season, and to subscribe, please visit vancouveropera.ca.

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