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Madison Opera Presents: The Anonymous Lover
February 2 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
HE LOVES ME. WHO IS HE?
A beautiful young widow is disillusioned with romance. Her dear friend is sending her anonymous love letters to express his feelings. Will true love prevail? (It’s a comedy, so of course it will.)
Premiering in 1780, The Anonymous Lover is the only surviving opera by Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. A pioneering Black composer, conductor, and violinist, Bologne achieved great renown throughout 18th century France. Brighten up winter with the Wisconsin premiere of this charming opera!
Friday, February 2, 2024 at 8 pm
Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 2:30 pm
Capitol Theater
Sung in French with English dialogue and projected English translations
approx. run time: 90 minutes without intermission