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Opera CT Presents ‘Amahl and the Night Visitors’

Performances at 2pm & 4pm Purchase Tickets Opera Connecticut returns to Hill-Stead’s Makeshift Theater to perform the holiday opera classic “Amahl and the Night Visitors.” This one-act opera by Gian Carlo Menotti tells the story of a young boy named Amahl who sees a star in the sky and is visited by the Three Kings. Approximately 45 minutes long, this story of resilience and discovery of joy in serving others is a bright, inspiring beacon of hope for young and…

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December 9, 2023 @ 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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Performances at 2pm & 4pm
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Opera Connecticut returns to Hill-Stead’s Makeshift Theater to perform the holiday opera classic “Amahl and the Night Visitors.” This one-act opera by Gian Carlo Menotti tells the story of a young boy named Amahl who sees a star in the sky and is visited by the Three Kings. Approximately 45 minutes long, this story of resilience and discovery of joy in serving others is a bright, inspiring beacon of hope for young and old alike.
Don’t miss out!  Tickets are limited.
Tickets
Adults (nonmembers) | $25
Adults (members) | $20Children (12 and Under) | $10
*current members will have the discount applied at check out
At Opera Connecticut we believe in enriching the lives of the members of our community by offering high quality, affordable live opera performances. Opera Connecticut exists to raise cultural awareness and arts education, and we do so by offering pre-performance conversations and outreach programs.
Our high-quality operas and concerts aim to create performance opportunities for emerging local artists. We are proud to be partnering with local venues such as museums, churches, art galleries, wineries, and breweries, where our audiences create a sense of belonging and community through music and visual arts.
Opera Connecticut is committed to making diversity, equity, and inclusion a core value in our casting process.

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