BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Connecticut Lyric Opera - ECPv6.15.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ctlyricopera.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Connecticut Lyric Opera REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T180000 DTSTAMP:20260608T190249 CREATED:20230828T162151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T182730Z UID:1934-1716130800-1716141600@ctlyricopera.org SUMMARY:Madama Butterfy DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable operatic experience as the Connecticut Lyric Opera brings Madama Butterfly to life. Madama Butterfly is one of opera’s most enduring and poignant tales of unrequited love. Composed by Giacomo Puccini\, this tragic masterpiece unfolds against the backdrop of early 20th-century Japan. The story revolves around Cio Cio San\, a young Japanese geisha\, who falls deeply in love with the American naval officer Pinkerton. Their union\, however\, faces cultural clashes\, societal expectations\, and heart-wrenching challenges. Pinkerton arranges a marriage with the fifteen-year-old Cio Cio San\, known as Madam Butterfly. Their passionate union faces heart-wrenching challenges\, leading to a devastating climax. The opera explores themes of tradition\, devotion\, honor\, and justice\, taking audiences on an emotional journey from innocence to acceptance of a destiny dictated by personal honor. Don’t miss this emotional journey set to Puccini’s exquisite music. Reserve your seats now and witness the magic of one of the best OPERAS ever written! \n\nTICKETS @: https://gardearts.org/events/madama-butterfly/ \n\n  \nMEET THE CAST: \n\n \n \n \n \n Kristin Sampson ( Cio- Cio- San ) \n \n \n \n \n \n Daniel Juarez ( Pinkerton)\n \n \n \n \n \n Rebecca Batista de Almeida ( Suzuki)\n \n \n \n \n \n Martin Fisher ( Sharpless) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephen Fredericks ( Uncle Bonzo)\n \n \n \n \n \n Josaphat Contreras ( Goro)\n \n \n \n \n \n Miguel Angel Vasquez (Imperial Commissioner) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephanie Foster ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Kelly Whitesell ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Shaunna Lucas ( Aunt) \n \n \n \n \n \n Rachel Abrams (Cio-Cio-San’s Mother) \n \n \n \n \n \n Jeremy Sivitz ( Yamadori )\n \n \n\nThe Creative Team: \n\n \n \n \n \n Giorgio Lalov (stage director)\n \n \n \n \n \n Ed Napier (assistant stage director)\n \n \n \n \n \n Dara Blackstone (chorus master)\n \n \n \n \n \n Patrice Newman (pianist)\n \n \n \n \n \n Samuel Oram (pianist)\n \n \n \n \n \n Adrian Sylveen (artist director & conductor) URL:https://ctlyricopera.org/event/madama-butterfly-new-london/ LOCATION:Garde Arts Center\, 325 State St.\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States CATEGORIES:23-24 Season ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T230000 DTSTAMP:20260608T190249 CREATED:20230828T153456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T182717Z UID:1931-1716058800-1716073200@ctlyricopera.org SUMMARY:Madama Butterfly DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable operatic experience as the Connecticut Lyric Opera brings Madama Butterfly to life. Madama Butterfly is one of opera’s most enduring and poignant tales of unrequited love. Composed by Giacomo Puccini\, this tragic masterpiece unfolds against the backdrop of early 20th-century Japan. The story revolves around Cio Cio San\, a young Japanese geisha\, who falls deeply in love with the American naval officer Pinkerton. Their union\, however\, faces cultural clashes\, societal expectations\, and heart-wrenching challenges. Pinkerton arranges a marriage with the fifteen-year-old Cio Cio San\, known as Madam Butterfly. Their passionate union faces heart-wrenching challenges\, leading to a devastating climax. The opera explores themes of tradition\, devotion\, honor\, and justice\, taking audiences on an emotional journey from innocence to acceptance of a destiny dictated by personal honor. Don’t miss this emotional journey set to Puccini’s exquisite music. Reserve your seats now and witness the magic of one of the best OPERAS ever written! \n\nTICKETS @: https://bushnell.org/shows-concerts/madama-butterfly \n\n  \nMEET THE CAST: \n\n \n \n \n \n Kristin Sampson ( Cio- Cio- San ) \n \n \n \n \n \n Daniel Juarez ( Pinkerton)\n \n \n \n \n \n Rebecca Batista de Almeida ( Suzuki)\n \n \n \n \n \n Martin Fisher ( Sharpless) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephen Fredericks ( Uncle Bonzo)\n \n \n \n \n \n Josaphat Contreras ( Goro)\n \n \n \n \n \n Miguel Angel Vasquez (Imperial Commissioner) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephanie Foster ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Kelly Whitesell ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Shaunna Lucas ( Aunt) \n \n \n \n \n \n Rachel Abrams (Cio-Cio-San’s Mother) \n \n \n \n \n \n Jeremy Sivitz ( Yamadori )\n \n \n\nThe Creative Team: \n\n \n \n \n \n Giorgio Lalov (stage director)\n \n \n \n \n \n Ed Napier (assistant stage director)\n \n \n \n \n \n Dara Blackstone (chorus master)\n \n \n \n \n \n Patrice Newman (pianist)\n \n \n \n \n \n Samuel Oram (pianist)\n \n \n \n \n \n Adrian Sylveen (artist director & conductor) URL:https://ctlyricopera.org/event/madama-butterfly-hartford/ LOCATION:The Bushnell Performing Arts Center\, 166 Capitol Ave.\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States CATEGORIES:23-24 Season ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctlyricopera.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CLO-Butterfly-PR-image-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T123000 DTSTAMP:20260608T190249 CREATED:20231116T174624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T175359Z UID:1963-1702816200-1702816200@ctlyricopera.org SUMMARY:Saint-Saens: Oratorio de Noël - Christmas Oratorio DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 17th at 12:30 pm for a performance of the Oratorio de Noël\, Op. 12\, by the renowned composer Camille Saint-Saëns. Presented by the CLO soloists and chorus\, in collaboration with the Connecticut Virtuosi\, this Christmas Oratorio promises to be a mesmerizing musical experience that will leave you filled with the joy and spirit of the holiday season. The Oratorio de Noël is a stunning composition that beautifully captures the essence of the holiday season. With its rich harmonies\, soaring melodies\, and heartfelt lyrics\, this performance will undoubtedly touch your soul and ignite your Christmas spirit. \nTaking place at the beautiful Cyril & Methodius Church\, this event is a perfect opportunity to gather with friends and family and immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of Saint-Saëns’ masterpiece. The talented soloists and chorus\, accompanied by the Connecticut Virtuosi\, will transport you to a world of musical brilliance and Christmas magic. \nDon’t miss out on this extraordinary musical event. Mark your calendars for December 17th at 12:30 pm and join us at the Cyril & Methodius Church in Hartford\, Connecticut. Come and celebrate the joy of Christmas with us as we embark on a musical journey through the Oratorio de Noël. URL:https://ctlyricopera.org/event/oratorio-de-noel-christmas-oratorio/ LOCATION:Cyril & Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Ct\, Hartford\, CT 06106\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106 CATEGORIES:23-24 Season ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ctlyricopera.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Christmas-Tree-Snow-drawing-1080x675-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260608T190249 CREATED:20230828T202141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T223549Z UID:1928-1700335800-1700335800@ctlyricopera.org SUMMARY:20th Anniversary Gala Concert DESCRIPTION:This special event will feature the most memorable moments from the operas performed by the Connecticut Lyric Opera Company over the past two decades\, such as Faust\, Tosca\, Boheme\, Oniegin\, to name the few. \nYou will have the opportunity to relive the highlights of our shared history\, performed by your most-loved singers Daniel Juarez\, Jurate Švedaitė\, Steved Frederiks\, Stefan Szkafarowsky\, Robert Garner\, Stephanie Foster\, along with Maestro Sylveen and the Connecticut Virtuosi. We would be truly honored if you could join us for this celebration of our own journey. \n20 ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONNECTICUT LYRIC OPERA CONCERT PROGRAM: \nMarriage of Figaro\, overture – W.A.Mozart (1756-1791) \nGianni Schicchi\, O mio babbino caro – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nStephanie Foster \nBarber of Seville\, La Calunnia – G.Rossini(1792-1868)\nSteven Fredericks \nEugene Onegin\, Prince Gremin’s Aria – P.I.Tchaikovsky( 1840-1893)\nStefan Szkafarovsky \nTosca\, E lucevan le stelle – G.Puccini(1858-1924)\nDaniel Juarez \nCarmen\, Votre Toast ( Toreador song) – G.Bizet(1838-1875)\nRobert Garner \nRigoletto\, Act 3 quartet – G.Verdi(1813-1901)\nDaniel Juarez\, Laura Kate Garner\, Jurate Svedaite\, Robert Garner \nTosca\, Vissi d’arte\, vissi d’amore – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nJurate Svedaite \nFaust\, prelude – Ch.Gounod( 1818-1893) \nLa Bohème\, Act 3 quartet – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nDaniel Juarez\, Jurate Svedaite\, Stephanie Foster\, Robert Gatner \nLa Bohème Vecchia zimmara\, senti – Puccini (1858-1924)\nStefan Szkafarowsky \nEugene Onegin\, Act 3 Finale duet – P.I.Tchaikovsky( 1840-1893)\nRobert Garner\, Jurate Svedaite \nCosì Fan Tutte\, Soave sia il vento – W.A.Mozart(1756-1791)\nLaura Kate Garner\, Stephanie Foster\, Robert Garner \nLa Traviata\, Brindisi – G.Verdi (1813-1901)\nDaniel Juarez\, Jurate Svedaite & Co. URL:https://ctlyricopera.org/event/20th-anniversary-hartford/ LOCATION:The Bushnell Performing Arts Center\, 166 Capitol Ave.\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States CATEGORIES:23-24 Season ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctlyricopera.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/clo-gala-concert.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T170000 DTSTAMP:20260608T190249 CREATED:20230828T195807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T183935Z UID:1919-1699801200-1699808400@ctlyricopera.org SUMMARY:20th Anniversary Gala Concert DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ctlyricopera.org/event/20th-anniversary/ LOCATION:Garde Arts Center\, 325 State St.\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States CATEGORIES:23-24 Season ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctlyricopera.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/clo-gala-concert.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T213000 DTSTAMP:20260608T190249 CREATED:20230828T162624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T182334Z UID:1937-1699212600-1699219800@ctlyricopera.org SUMMARY:"Vissi d'Arte" with Jurate Svedaite DESCRIPTION:“Vissi d’Arte” stands as a luminous one-woman tribute to the legendary Maria Callas. Meticulously researched\, this theatrical journey blends Callas’ profound reflections with iconic arias she’s renowned for\, captivatingly performed by soprano\, Jurate Svedaite. Set against the intimate backdrop of Callas’ Paris apartment in September 1977\, the narrative unveils as Maria\, in conversation with an unseen journalist\, delves into her unparalleled triumphs\, poignant tragedies\, and profound insights on the art of performance. URL:https://ctlyricopera.org/event/visi-darte-with-jurate-svedaite/ LOCATION:Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall\, 154 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States CATEGORIES:23-24 Season ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctlyricopera.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/weill-recital-hall-at-carnegie-hall-3v2-e1693239972332.png ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR