La Traviata
May 4-19
Music by Giuseppe Verdi | Libretto by Francesco Maria Piave
To Live and Die for Love
Verdi’s sumptuous melodies and timeless depiction of tragic love have made La Traviata an undeniable favorite for generations. Violetta, a glamorous courtesan, gives up everything for her devoted lover Alfredo—only to have their idyllic affair shattered by the stern demands of Alfredo’s father. From the frenzy of Violetta’s pleasure-filled life to her heart-wrenching decision to leave her beloved, Verdi’s treasured opera is a captivating tribute to what it means to live and die for love.
Language
Sung in Italian with English translations projected above the stage
Runtime
Approximately two hours and 45 minutes with one intermission.
Cast & Creative Team
Learn MoreSynopsis
Learn MoreA Parisian courtesan sacrifices everything for the man she loves.
Composer Biography
Learn MoreGiuseppe Verdi
An Italian opera composer, Verdi came to dominate the Italian opera scene after the era of Bellini, Donizetti, and Rossini. By his 30s, he had become one of the preeminent opera composers in history.
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