Minnesota Women’s Press Night at the Opera
Join Minnesota Women’s Press for a special evening at Minnesota Opera’s performance of Edward Tulane. Based on the best-seller by local author Kate DiCamillo, Edward Tulane takes us on a miraculous journey, from the depths of the deep blue sea to the streets of Memphis. Perfect for the young and young at heart, this elegantly whimsical Minnesota original shows us a true miracle—that if you open your heart, you can find home.
Thursday, March 26, 2020
7:30PM
Ordway Theater for Performing Arts
345 Washington Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102
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6:30pm Opera Insights – Enjoy a free, fun, and informative half-hour chat which includes an overview of the characters and music, historical and cultural context for the opera and highlights to watch for during the show. Target Atrium (mezzanine-level lobby)
7:30pm – Performance begins
Intermission – Hang out in the exclusive lounge area just for MWP, located under the staircase in the Target Atrium on the mezzanine level.
TICKETS
Tickets are 30% off for MN Women’s Press readers. Seats from $38 to $73 (regularly $50-$100).
Order online or call Minnesota Opera Patron Services at 612-333-6669, M-F, 10am-5pm and use promo code mwpnight.
Please order by March 12th, 2020 at 5pm.
EDWARD TULANE
BASED ON THE NOVEL BY KATE DICAMILLO
MUSIC BY PAOLA PRESTINI
LIBRETTO BY MARK CAMPBELL
LOST HEARTS CAN FIND HOME AGAIN
Edward Tulane is a toy rabbit who thinks of himself as quite exceptional. Content in his easy life, his world is upturned when he is separated from his loving family. Based on the best-seller by local author Kate DiCamillo, Edward Tulane takes us on a miraculous journey, from the depths of the deep blue sea to the streets of Memphis. Perfect for the young and young at heart, this elegantly whimsical Minnesota original shows us a true miracle—that if you open your heart, you can find home.
LANGUAGE
Performed in English with English captions projected above the stage.
RUNTIME
Approximately one hour and 58 minutes with one intermission.