From Page to Stage: Madame Butterfly

It’s hard to believe, but in just over a month we’ll be celebrating the opening of our 2024/25 season. We have the pleasure of starting the season with Giacomo Puccini’s Madame Butterfly, after closing the past season with another Puccini classic, Turandot.  

Butterfly is one of the most popular and frequently produced operas of the 20th century and a true testament to Puccini’s work ethic. Butterfly had quite the journey to the stage and it’s almost a miracle it became the standard it is today. From a near-death car accident to a disastrous opening night, Puccini was at a disadvantage however, nothing could deter him from finishing the opera. Let's go through the history of this beloved masterpiece.  

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Madame Butterfly Debuts

A new season means a new wave of artists making their first appearances in Los Angeles. In the case of Madame Butterfly in particular, there are nine debuts that we can’t wait to see, from world-renowned singers to an innovative director. Before Puccini's classic graces our stage this fall, get to know these incredible talents by clicking the link below to view the full list of debuts.

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2024 Opera Camp Recap

On Saturday, August 3, Opera Camp participants presented two performances of Figaro's American Adventure at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. This marked the end of the two-week camp, in which students ages 9-17 developed their artistic skills and creative expression with Connects teaching artists. Click below to see a quick recap of this wonderful production.

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Celebrate Opening Night

Join us on Saturday, September 21 for our annual Opera Ball, an elegant, black-tie party held on The Music Center's Jerry Moss Plaza.

Enjoy fine dining and dancing under the stars following the opening night performance of Puccini’s Madame Butterfly.

Proceeds from this ticketed event support our work as a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to the greater good.

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Elementary Matinees

How can we combine the gripping stories and iconic music of Verdi classics like La Traviata, Rigoletto, and Falstaff into one opera tailor-made for young audiences?

Come and find out when you see Verdi Opera Tales at our Elementary Student Matinees. Apply by the Friday, September 27 deadline for an opera extravaganza here at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. We'll save you the best seats in the house.

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Save with Zero Fees

For a limited time, pay no fees and get an extra savings of $49 when you purchase a season package and get special perks like backstage tours, priority seat  selection, and seat upgrades.

Grab your seats now to a season of beloved classics and bold LA premieres, including a cinematic twist on Puccini's Madame Butterfly, Gounod's iconic romance Romeo and Juliet, and Verdi's dramatic Rigoletto.

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