![]() ![]() As their friends and family battle with one another, Tony and Maria long for “a place for us…somewhere.” Their songs illuminate every scene and permeate our culture, from the romance of “Maria” and “Tonight” to the exuberance of “America” and the humor of “Gee, Officer Krupke.” Add to that the bold, sexy, iconic choreography of Jerome Robbins that smolders and sizzles with energy, and you have a timeless musical theater experience you’ll never forget. ![]() ![]() Tony and Maria are wide-eyed teenagers from two communities in conflict, who fall in love. In 2023, Leonard Bernstein’s music and Stephen Sondheim’s lyrics will once again transplant Romeo and Juliet to the backstreets of New York City in this timeless Broadway musical masterpiece. With two newly-commissioned world premieres, three premieres of works never before seen on Lyrics stage, and a host of classic favorites returning. With the lush sound of the Lyric Orchestra playing the original orchestrations and a cast that was called “expansive” by the Chicago Tribune, seeing a Broadway classic this way is a rare treat. Listen to Corelli’s stunning Ah, lève-toi soleil 1969. It’s love at first sight (and hearing) when Seattle Opera meets Richard Wagner. The modern version of the production delivers a notable contemporary influence with its unique set, costuming and choreography. Tragic, yet at times lighthearted, it is every bit as grandiose as a Verdi opera should be. ![]() Starring Seattle Opera’s first African-American singer 1966 Lohengrin. A classic Verdi opera, Aida combines an Egyptian love triangle with elaborate costuming. The fledgling company’s first production. In 2019, Lyric’s larger-than-life new production and company premiere of West Side Story took Chicago by storm with sold-out performances. Seattle Opera’s first Traviata wasn’t ours at allit came from the Met. ![]()
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