September 25, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Rabb Lecture Hall – Boston Public Library Central Branch
700 Boylston Street, Boston MA 02116
FREE – Register below for event reminders
Whether seeking a crown, plotting revenge, or causing cosmic chaos, female characters grappling with power have a distinct sound across centuries of operatic composition. Are we listening to what they have to say? In this powerful concert and conversation, Boston Lyric Opera Artistic Director Nina Yoshida Nelsen guides audiences through the nuances of this emotionally, psychologically, and politically complex repertoire, brought thrillingly to life with performances by BLO musicians. The evening concludes with a dynamic artist conversation and audience Q&A.
Featuring:
BLO Artistic Director Nina Yoshida Nelsen, moderator
Chelsea Basler, soprano
Angela Yam, soprano
Ji Yung Lee, pianist
Dr. Charmain Jackman, PhD (Founder, InnoPsych), guest speaker
This event welcomes all audiences – no past experience with opera is necessary! Playbills with texts and English translations will be provided.
Opera Night at the Boston Public Library is a legacy community partnership between Boston Lyric Opera and the Boston Public Library, offering equitable access to quality opera learning experiences for over 25 years