The Marriage of Figaro
November 11-19
Comedy, classism, and calamity. All is fair in love and war in this new staging of Mozart’s timeless comedy of errors, widely considered the perfect opera. Mozart’s infectious score brings humor, drama, and humanity to this story of class conflict. It should be the happiest day of their lives, but the wily servant Figaro and his charming fiancée Susanna must fend off the philandering, arrogant Count Almaviva before he ruins everything. On a day filled with chaos and confusion in which disguised identities are revealed and shenanigans ensue, will the young lovers finally make it to the altar?
Composer
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Runtime
3 hours and 13 minutes, including two intermissions.
Language
Sung in Italian with English translations projected above the stage.
Minnesota Opera's The Marriage of Figaro
Cast and Creative Team
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Learn MoreAct I - An unfurnished room
Figaro, valet to Count Almaviva, is measuring the floor, while Susanna, the Countess’ maid, puts the finishing touches on her bridal attire …
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Composer's Biography
Learn MoreWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Child wonder, virtuoso performer and prolific creative artist, Mozart is the first composer whose operas have never been out of repertory …
Director's Notes
Learn MoreStephen Lawless
Stage Director Stephen Lawless gives us his thoughts on this hilarious and heartfelt production of Mozart’s masterpiece, The Marriage of Figaro.