Puccini
Madama Butterfly

May 11, 2024 at 1pm

Extraordinary soprano Asmik Grigorian tackles the demanding role of Cio-Cio-San, the loyal geisha at the heart of Puccini’s devastating tragedy.


Tenor Jonathan Tetelman stars as the callous American naval officer Pinkerton, whose betrayal destroys her. Mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong reprises the role of the steadfast maid Suzuki, and baritone Lucas Meachem is the American consul Sharpless. 

Acclaimed maestro Xian Zhang takes the podium to conduct Anthony Minghella’s vivid production.
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THE CAST

Conductor: Xian Zhang
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Asmik Grigorian as Cio-Cio-San
Elizabeth DeShong as Suzuk
Jonathan Tetelman as Pinkerton
​Lucas Meachem as Sharpless. 

RUNTIME

3 Hours and 15 Minutes with 1 Intermission