Vashon Opera Presents - The Elixir of Love

One of the world’s most frequently performed operas, The Elixir of Love is cherished for its whimsical wit and endearing characters, not to mention the many intoxicating duets and “Una furtiva lagrima,” one of the most hauntingly beautiful of all tenor arias. Season Seven of  Vashon Opera opens in September with this charming comedy that’ll have you rolling in the aisles! The production will feature a stunning professional cast, a chorus of Vashon singers and chamber orchestra.

What’s it about? Nemorino, a poor peasant, is in love with Adina, a rich land owner. She doesn’t give him the time of day. After hearing the legend of Tristan and Isolde, Nemorino ponders whether a potion would help turn things around. Enter the travelling potion-peddling doctor of love: Dr. Dulcamara. He may just have the cure-all Nemorino needs if he can find the money to pay for it. But time is running out as Adina soon agrees to marry the pompous Sergeant Belcore. Will the potion work? Will Dr. Dulcamara skip town before anyone discovers it won’t? Will Nemorino win Adina’s heart? This “bel canto” comedic gem shows composer Gaetano Donizetti at his finest with gorgeous melodies soaring over brilliant and joyous harmonies. As with past Vashon Opera performances, you’ll be up close and near the action.

The principal cast is made up of stunning vocalists:  Robert McPherson, Kristin Vogel, Andrew Krikawa, Barry Johnson and Samantha Gorham. See our cast along with their resumes on our website artist page: www.vashonopera.org/2015-2016-season/the-elixir-of-love/artists-and-prod....

 The Elixir of Love shines with rousing and beautiful bel canto choruses. The chorus will be led by Vashon Opera’s beloved chorusmaster, Joe Farmer. James Brown will lead the production as musical director, stage director, conductor and orchestral arranger. Mr. Brown was recently recognized by Oregon ArtsWatch as “a truly outstanding conductor” for his performances in Vashon Opera’s Albert Herring.

Sung in Italian with English supertitles, the opera will play September 11 and 13, 2015 at the Vashon High School Theatre. Reduced rate Dress Rehearsal tickets for September 9 will be available a week before the performances.

Purchase Season tickets for both The Elixir of Love and Pagliacci Palooza (May 2016 in the new Center for the Arts Theatre) for a reduced ticket rate of $32 per ticket. Individual tickets are $35.  www.vashonopera.org for show and ticket information.