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Opera Southwest: Before Night Falls
Albuquerque Journal Theatre 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM, United StatesFebruary 25, March 1, & 3 2:00 pm Sundays 7:30 pm Friday A poet in love with the moon. Opera Southwest & the NHCC present Before Night Falls. Before Night Falls by Jorge Martín is based on the autobiography of Reinaldo Arenas, a gay Cuban novelist, poet, playwright, political dissident, and prisoner. The story follows his childhood in Cuba, his time in prison, and his escape to the United States. Arenas is determined to stave off death to finish his work “Before Night Falls.” This opera will be produced in (more...)
Opera Southwest: Carmen – en español!
Albuquerque Journal Theatre 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States2:00 pm Sundays 7:30 pm Wednesday, Friday & Saturdays Head to the National Hispanic Cultural Center for one of the most popular operas of our time! Opera Southwest and the NHCC present Carmen – en español! “Habanera” and “Toreador” are well-known arias that linger in your mind long after the performance is over. The controversial themes of rebellion, immorality, and the tragic death of the main character shocked French audiences when it was initially performed. The opera’s popularity and the main character’s notoriety left lasting impressions on audiences for (more...)