Opera Saratoga 2015 Summer Festival Brochure by Opera Saratoga

WHERE DREAMS SING

2015 SUMMER FESTIVAL

2015 SUMMER FESTIVAL AT A GLANCE SUNDAY

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JUNE 7

FREE CONCERT Stars of Tomorrow 8 pm 9

15 14 MASTER CLASS Joan Dornemann 2 pm

CONCERT Caroline Worra: Mr. Tambourine Man 8 pm

CONCERT Jennifer Johnson Cano: Songs of Longing and Desire 8 pm

FREE CONCERT If it aint Baroque 2 pm

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OPERA La Cenerentola 7:30 pm

OPERA Dido and Aeneas 8:15 pm

FREE CONCERT OPERA Of Arms and the The Long Walk Man I Sing 2 pm 2 pm OPERA Dido and Aeneas 8:15 pm

OPERA La Cenerentola 2 pm

OPERA Dido and Aeneas 8:15 pm

OPERA The Long Walk 7:30 pm

OPERA La Cenerentola 2 pm

CONCERT John Brancy: A World War I Tribute 8 pm

OPERA The Long Walk 2 pm

OPERA La Cenerentola 2 pm

FREE CONCERT 2016 Season Preview 2 pm 29

OPERA The Long Walk 7:30 pm

OPERA La Cenerentola 7:30 pm

NEW THIS SEASON! BEFORE THE SHOW Join us for Behind the Spotlight, an informative pre-performance talk with members of the artistic team from each production at The Spa Little Theater. Behind the Spotlight talks last approximately 30 minutes, and begin one hour before each performance. Before performances at The Museum of Dance, please enjoy the wonderful exhibits of this nationally renowned collection, including a special exhibit on Director/ Choreographer Karole Armitage.

AFTER THE SHOW Join us on the Arcade overlooking the Reflecting Pool, right outside The Spa Little Theater, after every performance of La Cenerentola and The Long Walk, and meet the performers, artistic and technical staff who bring our productions to life! Post performance receptions are free for all to attend, with a cash bar available. You will also have the opportunity to meet the cast of Dido and Aeneas at the National Museum of Dance after every performance.

As Opera Saratoga’s new Artistic and General Director, I am truly honored to have the opportunity to lead this incredible company into its next chapter. This year, we are expanding our Summer Festival to include three operas over a three and a half week period, from July 2nd to 26th, while also adding a wide range of extra concerts throughout June and July to bring an incredible variety of opera and song to Saratoga Springs. The season includes three operas that couldn’t be more different. La Cenerentola (Cinderella) is a bubbling comedy by Rossini that features virtuoso singing to impress the most passionate opera lovers, and is also an ideal introduction to opera for family audiences. Our presentation of Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas will be our first site-specific production, presented outside under the stars, in partnership with the National Museum of Dance. The world-premiere of The Long Walk, based on the critically acclaimed memoir of war and homecoming by Brian Castner, marks a reaffirmed commitment to the inclusion of contemporary American opera as a regular part of our programming. While Opera Saratoga has produced 33 works by American composers in its history (5 of which have been world-premieres), The Long Walk, commissioned by American Lyric Theater from composer Jeremy Howard Beck and librettist Stephanie Fleischmann, will be the first world-premiere for the Company in 27 years! The guest artists joining us this season are truly extraordinary. They include artists who are performing leading roles at the world’s great opera houses, including The Metropolitan Opera, The Paris Opera and The Vienna Staatsoper… but there is nowhere else that you can enjoy them in such intimate and beautiful settings than Opera Saratoga. This season, we are introducing a number of new benefits for our subscribers, including savings of up to 30% off single ticket prices. I know that there are likely operas you may not be familiar with this season, but with such great discounts, you can’t afford not to give something new a try! Visit us online at www.operasaratoga.org/subscriptions or call our ticket office at 518.584.6018 with any questions you may have. Opera has the amazing ability to bring dreams to life in song. This season, we celebrate dreams of love and forgiveness, hope and heartbreak, family and brotherhood. I cannot wait for the summer to arrive so that I can personally welcome you, and share these dreams and the thrill of great opera with you in our beautiful city.

Lawrence Edelson, Artistic and General Director

DREAMING OF A PRINCE TO HOLD MY HAND FOREVER...

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(CINDERELLA) PERFORMANCE TIMES

Music by Gioachino Rossini Libretto by Jacopo Ferretti Based on the fairytale by Charles Perrault Opera Saratoga opens the 2015 Summer Season with Rossini’s beloved version of Cinderella. Based on Perrault’s timeless fairytale, La Cenerentola features plenty of magical enchantment; the ridiculous, over-the-top situations and toe-tapping melodies that you expect from the master of comic Italian opera; and heartfelt emotion to bring together this story of forgiveness and true love. The ultimate rags-toriches tale, it’s a Cinderella story... but not quite as you may know it! Opera Saratoga is proud to present the company debuts of five extraordinary singers in La Cenerentola: Metropolitan Opera mezzo-soprano Sandra Piques Eddy sings the virtuoso title role alongside tenor Andrew Owens as Prince Ramiro, baritone John Brancy as his valet Dandini, David Kravitz as her wicked step-father Don Magnifico, and Ryan Kuster as the mysterious philosopher Alidoro. Gary Thor Wedow also makes his company debut conducting this new production by Artistic and General Director Lawrence Edelson. Sung in Italian with English text projected above the stage. La Cenerentola is an ideal opera for families! Matinee performances are recommended for children 6 and older. Evening performances are recommended for children 12 and older. ANGELINA (CENERENTOLA)

PRINCE RAMIRO

DON MAGNIFICO

THURSDAY JULY 2 OPENING NIGHT 7:30 PM SATURDAY JULY 11 2:00 PM TUESDAY JULY 14 2:00 PM SATURDAY JULY 18 2:00 PM SUNDAY JULY 26 7:30 PM

THE SPA LITTLE THEATER in Spa State Park 21 Roosevelt Drive Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

CONDUCTOR Gary Thor Wedow DIRECTOR Lawrence Edelson SCENIC DESIGNER Mimi Lien

Sandra Piques Eddy

Andrew Owens

David Kravitz

DANDINI

ALIDORO

CONDUCTOR

COSTUME DESIGNER TBA LIGHTING DESIGNER Jeff Bruckerhoff

John Brancy DIRECTOR

Lawrence Edelson

Ryan Kuster

Gary Thor Wedow

FOREVER IN MY HEART, FOREVER IN MY DREAMS...

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Music by Henry Purcell Libretto by Nahum Tate A SITE-SPECIFIC PRODUCTION – OUTDOORS, UNDER THE STARS Presented in Partnership with The National Museum of Dance Opera Saratoga is thrilled to present the first Baroque opera in the company’s history in a truly unique production under the stars! One of the earliest English operas, Dido and Aeneas is one of Purcell’s foremost theatrical works. This heartbreaking opera recounts the love of Dido, Queen of Carthage, for the Trojan hero, Aeneas, and her despair when he abandons her. The combination of exquisite vocal music and extensive use of dance has inspired many interpretations of the great score. Opera Saratoga has invited world-renowned choreographer and director Karole Armitage to create a very special site-specific production for Saratoga Springs that embraces the natural beauty and history of The National Museum of Dance located in Spa State Park. The production will be conducted by Nicole Paiement, and will feature Metropolitan Opera mezzo-soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano as Dido, along with the exquisite dancers of the ArmitageGone! Dance Company in what is sure to be one of the most talked about productions of the summer for dance and music lovers alike.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a unique production, staged outdoors. Because the weather is unpredictable, for every performance date we have also scheduled two “rain dates.” Ticket holders will receive information about notification procedures in the event that their performance needs to be postponed due to inclement weather. In the event that the performance must be temporarily postponed, your ticket will be honored on the specific rain dates indicated here. We are not able to provide a refund in the event that your performance date shifts due to weather. We recommend you hold not only your performance date, but also the rain dates indicated for that performance date, to ensure that you are able to attend this unique production.

DIDO

CONDUCTOR

Jennifer Johnson Cano

Nicole Paiement

DIRECTOR/ CHOREOGRAPHER

Karole Armitage

All tickets include admission to The National Museum of Dance, beginning at 7:00 PM. Seating begins at 7:45 PM for the performance beginning at 8:15 PM. MONDAY JULY 6 RAIN DATES JULY 7/8 SUNDAY JULY 12 RAIN DATES JULY 13/14 SUNDAY JULY 19 RAIN DATES JULY 20/22 TUESDAY JULY 21 RAIN DATES JULY 22/23

THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF DANCE 99 South Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

CONDUCTOR Nicole Paiement DIRECTOR / CHOREOGRAPHER Karole Armitage SCENIC DESIGNER Garett E. Wilson COSTUME DESIGNER Peter Speliopoulos LIGHTING DESIGNER Jeff Bruckerhoff

DREAMS THAT HAUNT US, AND CHANGE US FOREVER...

WORLD PREMIERE

Music by Jeremy Howard Beck Libretto by Stephanie Fleischmann Based on the book The Long Walk: A Story of War and the Life that Follows by Brian Castner Commissioned by American Lyric Theater The Long Walk is a new opera by composer Jeremy Howard Beck and librettist Stephanie Fleischmann, which is based on Brian Castner’s critically acclaimed book of the same name. The opera is a deeply personal exploration of a soldier’s return from Iraq where he served as an officer in an Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit and his battle with what he calls “the Crazy” as he tries to reintegrate into his family life upon returning from the war. Opera Saratoga is honored to present the world premiere of The Long Walk in partnership with American Lyric Theater. Internationally renowned theater and opera director David Schweizer makes his Opera Saratoga debut, with celebrated American conductor Steven Osgood on the podium. Grammy Award winning Baritone Daniel Belcher returns to Opera Saratoga to create the role of Brian, alongside mezzo-soprano Heather Johnson, who makes her company debut as his wife Jessie. The cast also includes the company debuts of sopranos Caroline Worra and Donita Volkwijn, tenors David Blalock and Javier Abreu, and bass baritone Justin Hopkins. Mature situations and adult language. Parental guidance suggested. BRIAN

JESSIE

PERFORMANCE TIMES FRIDAY JULY 10 WORLD PREMIERE 7:30 PM MONDAY JULY 13 2:00 PM FRIDAY JULY 17 2:00 PM SATURDAY JULY 25 7:30 PM Additional community events related to The Long Walk will be presented in partnership with the New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center leading up to the world-premiere production. Program and event details will be announced in the winter of 2015.

RICKY

THE SPA LITTLE THEATER in Spa State Park 21 Roosevelt Drive Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Daniel Belcher

Heather Johnson

David Blalock

CASTLEMAN

PERNEATHA/ IRAQI WOMAN/ YOGINI

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CONDUCTOR Steven Osgood DIRECTOR David Schweizer SCENIC DESIGNER Mimi Lien COSTUME DESIGNER TBA

Javier Abreu

Donita Volkwijn

Justin Hopkins

THE SHRINK/ IRAQI WOMAN/ AUNT SARAH

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DIRECTOR

Caroline Worra

Steven Osgood

David Schweizer

LIGHTING DESIGNER Jeff Bruckerhoff

FREE CONCERTS Stars of Tomorrow! Saturday, June 6 at 8 PM Dee Sarno Theater, Saratoga Arts Center 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Opera Saratoga’s Young Artist Program is the second oldest mentorship program for emerging professional singers in the country, also providing opportunities for gifted young conductors, pianists and directors. This season, we received over 1,000 applications for 24 spaces—making the selection process more competitive than getting into Harvard! The singers that we have selected represent some of the most gifted young artists in the country. Join us for this very special program, where you will have a chance to get to know these incredible young artists who will be a part of our community this summer. We promise, one day, you’ll be able to say “I heard them before they were stars!” If it aint Baroque… Sunday, June 21 at 2 PM Mr. and Mrs. Ronald A. Riggi Theater The National Museum of Dance 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs In honor of Opera Saratoga’s first production of a Baroque opera, members of the Young Artist Program will perform a program of arias and ensembles from a wide variety of Baroque operas, including works by Handel, Purcell, Vivaldi, Scarlatti, Lully and Rameau, including a preview from our production of Dido and Aeneas. Of Arms and the Man I Sing Sunday, July 12 at 2 PM The New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center 61 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Opera Saratoga’s world premiere production of The Long Walk builds upon a rich and important history of operas that explore the dynamics of war, and the emotional journeys our soldiers take in their efforts to protect our freedom. Join us for a special concert featuring members of the company’s Young Artist Program, featuring excerpts from operas from Monteverdi’s Il ritorno di Ulysses in Patria, to the 2012 Pulitzer Prize award winning American masterpiece Silent Night by Kevin Puts and Mark Campbell.

2016 Season Preview Thursday, July 23 at 2 PM Spa Little Theater Are you curious what the summer of 2016 will bring to Opera Saratoga? Join us for a season preview, featuring music from all three operas to be presented in 2016, sung by members of the Young Artist Program.

TICKETED EVENTS A Master Class with Joan Dornemann Sunday, June 14 at 2 PM Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs Advance Purchase Single Tickets: $20; Subscriber Discount Tickets: $15. Tickets at the Door, subject to availability: $25. Joan Dornemann, Metropolitan Opera Assistant Conductor, is one of the most highly respected opera coaches in the world today. She has worked with such singers as Luciano Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo, José Carreras, Sherrill Milnes, Kiri Te Kanawa, Montserrat Caballe, Deborah Voigt, Renée Fleming, and Leo Nucci. She has been associated with the Gran Liceo in Barcelona, the Spoleto Festival, New York City Opera, Opera National de Paris and the Kirov Opera. She received an Emmy Award for her contribution to the highly acclaimed first Live From the Met telecast of La Bohème and is the founder of the International Vocal Arts Institute. Joan will lead a special master class on the art of singing Rossini, featuring members of Opera Saratoga’s Young Artist Program. This is a very special opportunity to see one of the world’s leading authorities on bel canto mentor our emerging professional artists, leading up to the season opening of La Cenerentola. Mr. Tambourine Man at Caffè Lena with soprano Caroline Worra Friday, June 19 at 8 PM Saturday, June 20 at 8 PM Caffé Lena 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs Advance Purchase Single Tickets: $20; Subscriber Discount Tickets: $15. Tickets at the Door, subject to availability: $25.

Opera Saratoga makes a special appearance at the historic Caffè Lena to celebrate the poetry of Bob Dylan in a concert featuring soprano Caroline Worra. Caroline has been hailed by Opera News as “one of the finest singing actresses around,” and has sung over 75 different operatic roles including more than 20 World, American, and Regional Premieres. At the center of this special concert is the Saratoga premiere of John Corigliano’s Mr. Tambourine Man, a beautiful, haunting and powerful setting of some of Dylan’s most famous song lyrics by the Academy Award winning composer of The Red Violin.

resist the opportunity to present him in recital and share a very special program with our community. John has put together a journey into the music of WWI—revealing the thoughts, emotions and psyche of the great composers during that tremulous time. The program will include a performance of George Butterworth’s (who died in combat during the Battle of the Somme in 1916) famously beautiful settings of poetry from A.E. Housman’s A Shropshire Lad, as well as songs by Gerald Finzi, Claude Debussy, Carl Orff, and Charles Ives.

Songs of Longing and Desire with Mezzo Soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano Friday, June 26 at 8 PM Venue to be announced Advance Purchase Single Tickets: $20; Subscriber Discount Tickets: $15. Tickets at the Door, subject to availability: $25. Jennifer Johnson Cano is one of the country’s most exciting young mezzo sopranos. The New York Times extolled that “emotion suffused every moment of her eloquent, impassioned New York debut recital.” Opera Saratoga is delighted to not only present Jennifer’s role debut as Dido this season, but to also offer our audiences the opportunity to hear her in recital with Christopher Cano, who is not only her husband, but an extraordinary pianist with whom Jennifer collaborates often. Jennifer and Christopher have put together a special selection of songs of longing and desire, including works by Brahms, Dove, Barber, Tchaikovsky, and Rachmaninoff. A World War I Tribute with Baritone John Brancy Thursday, July 16 at 8 PM The New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center 61 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Advance Purchase Single Tickets: $20; Subscriber Discount Tickets: $15. Tickets at the Door, subject to availability: $25. Baritone John Brancy is a fast-rising star making his debut with Opera Saratoga this summer. This season, John is also making important recital debuts at The Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall, so we couldn’t

SEASON ARTWORK BY CHRISTOFFER RELANDER Opera Saratoga is honored to feature the photography of Christoffer Relander to represent the three operas that comprise the 2015 Summer Festival Season. Christoffer is best known for his multiple exposure images between man and nature, which he blends in camera. Christoffer was born in Finland in December 1986, and is based in Raseborg, his home town. His work is listed on Oprah’s blog as “something to be grateful for” and the LA Times calls his work simply “awesome.” Opera Saratoga will present an exhibition of Christoffer’s stunning photographs at the Spa Little Theater during the Summer Festival. We look forward to sharing more of Christoffer’s work with you, and providing you with an opportunity to purchase one of his Limited Editions when you come to one of our performances! For more information about Christoffer, please visit his website at www.christofferrelander.com

HEALTH, HISTORY, HORSES… and HIGH C’s! Health and horses are the foundation of Saratoga’s history, and continue to attract thousands of visitors to the region annually. But with Opera Saratoga’s annual Summer Festival presented during the peak of the summer season, Saratoga’s motto of Health, History and Horses seems rather incomplete without the addition of some High C’s… Join us for an Opera Saratoga getaway, and experience world-class opera while also enjoying all that the region has to offer!

find. Downtown Saratoga is consistently rated one of the most scenic in the country, but a visit to our city isn’t complete without a visit to one our beautiful parks.

Located in the southernmost foothills of the Adirondack Region in Upstate New York, Saratoga County is rich not only in cultural offerings, but also in natural beauty and attractions of national historic significance. From the crucial Battle of Saratoga and the early colonial settlers, to the Saratoga Race Track, the Gambling Era, and the significant role played by the USS Saratoga in US naval history, the rich history of Saratoga Springs is colorful and wide ranging.

Just east of the busy downtown district lies a stunning Japanese garden on the grounds of Yaddo – a 400-acre artists’ community that nurtures the creative process by providing an opportunity for artists to work without interruption. Admire the exquisite flowers, plants and scenery as you take it all in. With free admission, Yaddo is a one-of-a-kind treasure and has a special connection to Opera Saratoga’s 2015 season: Jeremy Howard Beck, the composer of The Long Walk, is spending a month at Yaddo this winter to complete the orchestration for the opera!

Victorian charm meets upscale ambiance in “Spa City’s” bustling downtown district. While in town, visit quaint shops selling the latest fashions and gifts, grab a bite to eat in one of the corner cafes or gourmet restaurants, hit the spas for some rejuvenation and relaxation, or take a stroll along Beekman Street – Saratoga’s newest center for the arts, with exquisite galleries, quaint bistros, and funky artist shops perfect for locating that unique

Located in the heart of downtown, Congress Park is the perfect place for outdoor recreation and relaxation, a popular Saratoga hotspot. Take a break from strolling along Broadway to enjoy the carousel, fountains, gardens, mineral springs and more.

Hundreds of acres of lush, well-groomed grounds and several mineral springs make up Spa State Park, which is also home to both of Opera Saratoga’s 2015 performance venues – The Spa Little Theater and The National Museum of Dance. The springs for which the city is named are the only naturally carbonated mineral springs east of the

Rocky Mountains. Mineral water for drinking and bathing, long a European tradition for the health conscious, was the impetus for the explosive development of the city. In 1831, with the advent of the railroad, tourism blossomed. ‘Taking the cure’ at Saratoga became a firmly established tradition for thousands of visitors – a tradition you can still enjoy today. Also within Spa State Park is the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC). This superb outdoor amphitheater is the summer home of New York City Ballet, who will be in residence during part of Opera Saratoga’s season. Don’t miss the opportunity to catch a performance by the world-renowned dancers of NYCB while you are in town for the Opera. The Saratoga Race Course is, of course, one of the defining hotspots in Saratoga Springs, drawing visitors from all over the world for a day at the races. In 1863, a racing meet for thoroughbreds marked the beginning of “the oldest race track in America.” The race course bears the additional distinction of being the oldest sports facility in the country! For the first time, the end of Opera Saratoga’s season will coincide with the beginning of the thoroughbred racing season, allowing visitors to enjoy all that Saratoga Springs has to offer: Health, History, Horses… and High C’s!

MAKE SARATOGA SPRINGS YOUR DESTINATION FOR OPERA With a train station in the heart of Saratoga for easy access via Amtrak, and Albany International Airport less than 30 minutes away, it couldn’t be easier to join us for our 2015 Season! Opera Saratoga offers special Visitor Subscription Packages, providing you with the opportunity to see multiple operas over the course of a three to five days. Whether you are looking for a long-weekend getaway, or want to spend more time in our beautiful city to enjoy all that the region has to offer, you can save up to 30% by planning your Opera Saratoga Getaway today. For more information about what to do in Saratoga Springs, please visit www.saratoga.com For more information about New York City Ballet performances and other events at SPAC during your visit to Saratoga, please visit www.spac.org For recommended hotels and special promotional offers for guests of Opera Saratoga, please visit www.operasaratoga.org/visit

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SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscription Single Ticket Pricing Combination LA THE DIDO AND Seating CENERENTOLA LONG WALK AENEAS

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Seating A: Front Balcony or Center Orchestra at Spa Little Theater, and Reserved Seating at The Museum of Dance.

Seating D: Mid Balcony, Side Orchestra, or Front Orchestra at Spa Little Theater, and General Seating at The Museum of Dance.

Seating B: Front Balcony or Center Orchestra at Spa Little Theater, and General Admission at The Museum of Dance.

Seating E: Rear Balcony or Side Front Orchestra at Spa Little Theater, and Reserved Seating at The Museum of Dance.

Seating C: Mid Balcony, Side Orchestra, or Front Orchestra at Spa Little Theater, and Reserved Seating at The Museum of Dance.

Seating F: Rear Balcony or Side Front Orchestra at Spa Little Theater, and General Seating at The Museum of Dance.

SINGLE TICKET PRICES SINGLE TICKETS GO ON SALE FEBRUARY 1, 2015

Spa Little Theater LA CENERENTOLA and THE LONG WALK All Reserved Seating: $95 / $72.50 / $50 Courtyard of The National Museum of Dance DIDO AND AENEAS General Seating: $60, Reserved Seats: $100 All tickets to DIDO AND AENEAS include admission to the Museum. There are a limited number of reserved seats available. Priority will be given to subscribers. Reserved seats will only be available to single ticket purchasers subject to availability. Under 18, Seniors, and Active/Retired Military receive 10% off all single tickets except Front Balcony and Center Orchestra.

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HOW TO SUBCRIBE BY PHONE: Call Opera Saratogaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office at 518.584.6018, Monday to Friday between 10am and 5pm, and we are happy to take your subscription order over the phone. ONLINE: Visit www.operasaratoga.org/ subscriptions to order your subscription online. PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES Opera Saratoga welcomes patrons with disabilities. The Spa Little Theater is accessible to physically disabled persons. The Courtyard at the National Museum of Dance has a grass surface, but is also accessible. Please contact Opera Saratoga for information on wheelchair seating or other accommodations. TICKET POLICIES Tickets will be mailed around May 15, 2015. No one will be admitted while performances are in progress. Opera Saratoga performances start on time! Casts subject to change. Subscribers are allowed to exchange their tickets up to 48 hours prior to any performance for another performance of the same opera, subject to availability at the time of exchange. For performances of Dido and Aeneas, please note rain dates for your scheduled performance. Tickets for Dido and Aeneas may not be exchanged due to inclement weather. In the event of a postponement due to weather, your tickets for Dido and Aeneas will be honored only on the scheduled rain dates for that performance.

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STAGE SEATING KEY Front Balcony / Center Orchestra (Single ticket $95) Mid Balcony / Side Orchestra / Front Orchestra (Single ticket $72.50) Rear Balcony / Side Front Orchestra (Single ticket $50)

Seating at The National Museum of Dance for Dido and Aeneas is outdoors in a nontraditional configuration. Tickets are sold as general admission, or reserved seating, but there are not specific areas that can be reserved as in a traditional theater space. Reserved seating will be assigned based on the date that your ticket order is received.

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