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2011-12 Season

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Pittsburgh Opera’s 2011-12 season includes La traviata, The Pearl Fishers, Hansel & Gretel, Tosca, and Abduction from the Seraglio. Subscribe now!

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Hansel & Gretel

Jan 26, 28, 31; Feb 3, 5, 2012

Humperdinck's darkly beautiful work, true to its origins in Grimm's Fairy Tales, and starring our Resident Artists at CAPA Theater. Read more.

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Cabaret with our Resident Artists

February 24, 2012

There's nothing else like it! Our Resident Artists let their hair down in this hilarious, sometimes naughty concert. Read more...

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Tosca

March 24, 27, 30; April 1, 2012

Puccini's potent tale of an opera diva who defies the most powerful and corrupt man in Rome, in life and in death. Read more.

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The Abduction
from the Seraglio

April 28; May 1, 4, 6, 2012

Moments of uproarious laughter and genuine pathos follow a nobleman, his lover, and their servants in a Mozart favorite.  Read more.

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Special Events

Hear the WQED Preview of Hansel & Gretel: Friday, January 27

Hear the WQED Preview of Hansel & Gretel: Friday, January 27

WQED host Stephen Baum previews our Hansel & Gretel, with candid commentary from singers and directors. Listen Friday, January 27 at 7:00 PM, at FM 89.3 or wqed.org.  Read more...



Next Brown Bag concert: February 11

Next Brown Bag concert: February 11

Come to our February 11 Brown Bag - it's a free concert featuring our Resident Artists. Get more information



Art Song Recital Feb. 19: Suzanne Vinnik and Kyle Oliver

Art Song Recital Feb. 19: Suzanne Vinnik and Kyle Oliver

Resident Artists Suzanne Vinnik and Kyle Oliver present a Sunday afternoon recital. FREE; hosted by the Pittsburgh Opera Guilds. Read more...  



Cabaret 2012

Cabaret 2012

Join us February 24 for this always entertaining, sometimes naughty revue, starring our Resident Artists. Tickets on sale now! Get more information. Buy tickets online.


 

News & Announcements

Tickets very limited for Hansel & Gretel

Tickets very limited for Hansel & Gretel

Humperdinck's "fairy-tale opera" runs through February 5 at CAPA Theater. All performances have very limited availability. Scroll down to see the slide show. Read more. See behind-the-scenes video from our marketing campaign.  

 

Cabaret 2012 sashays onstage Friday, Feb. 24

Cabaret 2012 sashays onstage Friday, Feb. 24

Our Resident Artists let down their hair in this funny, sometimes naughty revue of Broadway tunes, novelty songs, and more. Read more. Buy tickets online.

 

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HANSEL & GRETEL: in trouble with Mother

HANSEL & GRETEL: in trouble with Mother

Hansel & Gretel's mother (Alexandra Loutsion) reprimands Hansel (Stephanie Lauricella) and Gretel (Suzanne Vinnik) for horsing around when they should have been working. Photo: David Bachman.

HANSEL & GRETEL: no kiss for Father

HANSEL & GRETEL: no kiss for Father

Father (Kyle Oliver, right) comes home a little tipsy, but gets no friendly greeting from Mother (Alexandra Loutsion). Photo: David Bachman.  

HANSEL & GRETEL: the Sandman appears

HANSEL & GRETEL: the Sandman appears

Lost in the forest, Hansel and Gretel (Stephanie Lauricella, Suzanne Vinnik) encounter the Sandman (Katy Shackelton Williams), who promises restful sleep. Photo: David Bachman.

HANSEL & GRETEL: the siblings dream of angels

HANSEL & GRETEL: the siblings dream of angels

Hansel & Gretel (center, Stephanie Lauricella and Suzanne Vinnik) dream that they are serenaded by angels (members of the Children's Festival Chorus). Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: in the witch's house

HANSEL & GRETEL: in the witch's house

Hansel (left, Stephanie Lauricella) and Gretel (right, Suzanne Vinnik) sample the gingerbread house just as the Witch arrives. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: a spell on Hansel

HANSEL & GRETEL: a spell on Hansel

The Witch (Alexandra Loutsion, right) puts a spell on Hansel (Stephanie Lauricella) so she can fatten him up and eat him. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: Gretel sets the table

HANSEL & GRETEL: Gretel sets the table

Gretel (Suzanne Vinnik, right) is under a spell and assists the Witch in setting the table. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: seasoning Hansel for the meal

HANSEL & GRETEL: seasoning Hansel for the meal

The Witch (Alexandra Loutsion) seasons a spellbound Hansel (Stephanie Lauricella) as she prepares to cook and eat the children. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: the oven awaits

HANSEL & GRETEL: the oven awaits

Gretel (left, Suzanne Vinnik) takes orders from the Witch (Alexandra Loutsion) to check the oven. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: children come back to life

HANSEL & GRETEL: children come back to life

Gretel (Suzanne Vinnik) greets a child brought back to life, as Hansel and Gretel reversed the witch's curse on the children she previously captured. Photo by David Bachman.

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