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Passion and politics collide in this star-studded production of Mozart’s rarely performed work. Against the backdrop of a raging war, the King of Pontus must put his family’s loyalty to the test. With a bristling score written by Mozart at the age of 14, Mitridate explores the tension of family ties amidst jealousy, aging, betrayal, and desire. BLO Music Director David Angus conducts and stage director James Darrah leads an extraordinary cast that includes Brenda Rae as Aspasia, John Holiday as Farnace, and celebrated tenor Lawrence Brownlee in the title role. GET THE BEST SEATS NOW

Tickets: Free admission with your Mitridate ticketJoin us one hour before each performance of Mitridate, re di Ponto for our live Pre-Show Lectures with scholar, Allison Voth. This insightful half hour lecture will discuss the early life and art of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the historical and cultural circumstances surrounding the creation of the opera, as well as the source text and adaptation of the Mitridate libretto. Allison Voth will explain key excerpts from the score, highlighting musical themes, the inner life of characters, and will breakdown the genius of Mozart’s composition!About Allison VothAllison Voth is an associate professor of music at Boston [...]

When young Angelina momentarily escapes her ungrateful stepfamily to attend a royal ball in disguise, she meets Prince Ramiro, who vows to find her after she disappears into the night. Beautiful melodies, sparkling vocals, and Rossini’s energetic score weave this timeless Cinderella story, dispensing with the fairy dust for the wisdom of the human heart. Elegant and heartfelt, this opera is one where goodness triumphs, and patience is rewarded with satisfying joy. Sung in Italian with English surtitles Running time: 2 hours and 50 minutes, including one 20-minute intermission. PURCHASE TICKETS

When young Angelina momentarily escapes her ungrateful stepfamily to attend a royal ball in disguise, she meets Prince Ramiro, who vows to find her after she disappears into the night. Beautiful melodies, sparkling vocals, and Rossini’s energetic score weave this timeless Cinderella story, dispensing with the fairy dust for the wisdom of the human heart. Elegant and heartfelt, this opera is one where goodness triumphs, and patience is rewarded with satisfying joy. Sung in Italian with English surtitles Running time: 2 hours and 50 minutes, including one 20-minute intermission. PURCHASE TICKETS