Washington National Opera: WNO Commission Holiday Family Opera: The Lion, the Unicorn, and Me
Most everyone knows the story of the Nativity, but probably not from the donkey's point of view! WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello brings this award-winning children's book to vibrant life in this heartwarming, world premiere holiday family opera.
- Dec. 14 - 22, 2013
- Terrace Theater
- $34.00 - $49.00
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About
Jeanine Tesori's
The Lion, the Unicorn, and Me
World Premiere Holiday Family Opera
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Libretto by J.D. McClatchy
Based upon the book by Jeanette Winterson
New production
Most everyone knows the story of the Nativity, but probably not from the donkey's point of view! As the world's first Christmas nears, an angel is conducting an important interview: who among all the animals can lead Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem? Will it be Lion, fearsome ruler of the jungle? Or might it be Unicorn, graceful steed to lovely maidens? It's certainly not Donkey, whose only humble gift is a small but sturdy back. But with the birth of a very special king on the horizon, and one bright star blazing the way to a crowded inn, Donkey soon discovers that miracles can happen anywhere--even right in front of his nose.
British author Jeanette Winterson's award-winning children's book comes to vibrant life in a world premiere production by WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello, conducted by Kimberly Grigsby with the WNO Orchestra, and starring current and former Domingo-Cafritz Young Artists. Following last holiday season's sold-out engagement of Hansel and Gretel, be sure to see this original, heartwarming family opera, certain to become an instant classic.
"Full of humour, but with an evident sense of wonder"
--The Guardian
Conductor: Kimberly Grigsby
Director: Francesca Zambello
Performed in English with English supertitles.
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STAY AFTER FOR A FREE ARTIST Q&A ON THE LION, THE UNICORN, AND ME
Following this performance:
Saturday evening, December 14
Join WNO artists for a unique opportunity to ask questions about the production.
The discussion begins immediately after the performance and is free with your ticket.
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The Lion, the Unicorn, and Me
World Premiere Holiday Family Opera
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Libretto by J.D. McClatchy
Based upon the book by Jeanette Winterson
New production
Most everyone knows the story of the Nativity, but probably not from the donkey's point of view! As the world's first Christmas nears, an angel is conducting an important interview: who among all the animals can lead Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem? Will it be Lion, fearsome ruler of the jungle? Or might it be Unicorn, graceful steed to lovely maidens? It's certainly not Donkey, whose only humble gift is a small but sturdy back. But with the birth of a very special king on the horizon, and one bright star blazing the way to a crowded inn, Donkey soon discovers that miracles can happen anywhere--even right in front of his nose.
British author Jeanette Winterson's award-winning children's book comes to vibrant life in a world premiere production by WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello, conducted by Kimberly Grigsby with the WNO Orchestra, and starring current and former Domingo-Cafritz Young Artists. Following last holiday season's sold-out engagement of Hansel and Gretel, be sure to see this original, heartwarming family opera, certain to become an instant classic.
"Full of humour, but with an evident sense of wonder"
--The Guardian
Conductor: Kimberly Grigsby
Director: Francesca Zambello
Performed in English with English supertitles.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
STAY AFTER FOR A FREE ARTIST Q&A ON THE LION, THE UNICORN, AND ME
Following this performance:
Saturday evening, December 14
Join WNO artists for a unique opportunity to ask questions about the production.
The discussion begins immediately after the performance and is free with your ticket.
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Artists
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Kimberly Grigsby, conductor
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Francesca Zambello, director
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