Giacomo Puccini

Madame Butterfly

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Puccini’s beloved Madame Butterfly, with its soaring score and unforgettable tragic story, returns to HGO in a revival of Tony Award-winning director Michael Grandage’s acclaimed production. The opera’s diverse cast will be led by internationally sought-after soprano Ailyn Pérez, who returns to Houston as Cio-Cio-San, the young Japanese girl who marries American naval lieutenant Pinkerton, performed by tenor Yongzhao Yu in his role debut. As the tale unfolds, Cio-Cio-San, abandoned by her husband, raises their son while faithfully waiting for him to return to Japan. When Pinkerton finally reappears, bringing with him a new wife and seeking to take his child back to America, heartbreaking tragedy ensues. The production’s revival, directed by Jordan Braun, stars mezzo-soprano Sun-Ly Pierce as Suzuki, bass-baritone Michael Sumuel as Sharpless, bass William Guanbo Su as the Bonze, and tenor Rodell Rosel as Goro. Maestro Patrick Summers conducts. 

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Opera Insights

Find a deeper connection with the opera with Opera Insights. Join us in the theater 45 minutes before any production for a lecture and immersive conversation.

FRIDAY, JAN. 26, 2024
SUNDAY, JAN. 28, 2024
SATURDAY, FEB. 3, 2024
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 7, 2024
FRIDAY, FEB. 9, 2024
SUNDAY, FEB. 11, 2024

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Join us for events surrounding the performances, all curated to expand your connection to the production and socialize with fellow opera enthusiasts.

Overture
Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024
Opening night for young professionals
Friday, Jan. 26, 2024
Miller Outdoor Theatre Performances
Friday and Saturday, May 17-18, 2024

Student Study Guide

Let the opera be your greatest teacher. Guide your students’ exploration of the opera with critical thinking points, key takeaways, and a variety of educational resources curated for this production.

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