Bass-baritone Christian Van Horn stars as the title character in Mozart’s Don Giovanni at Lyric Opera of Chicago, opening a new production directed by Robert Falls and conducted by Enrique Mazzola. The staging anchors the company’s fall season, bringing a fresh perspective to Mozart’s classic tragicomedy about the legendary Spanish libertine.
Production Details and Creative Team
Director Robert Falls brings his extensive theatrical background to the Lyric Opera stage for this mounting of Don Giovanni. Music Director Enrique Mazzola leads the Lyric Opera Orchestra through Mozart’s complex score, balancing the opera’s dark dramatic stakes with its witty musical interludes. According to Lyric Opera announcements, the collaboration pairs established Mozart interpreters with fresh staging concepts designed to highlight the psychological depth of the characters.
Cast and Musical Leadership
Christian Van Horn steps into the demanding title role, portraying the relentless seducer whose defiance catches up with him in the opera’s chilling finale. Enrique Mazzola conducts the performances, continuing his tenure leading core operatic repertoire at the house. The production features a cast of established international opera singers and alumni of the Lyric Opera Ryan Opera Center, supporting the central narrative of morality, accountability, and retribution.
Performance Dates and Venue
Performances take place at the Civic Opera House in downtown Chicago. The run spans multiple weeks during the autumn opera season. Patrons can find schedule specifics, ticketing information, and running times directly through the Lyric Opera of Chicago box office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who sings the title role in Don Giovanni at Lyric Opera?
Bass-baritone Christian Van Horn stars as Don Giovanni in this production.
Who conducts the orchestra for this production?
Lyric Opera Music Director Enrique Mazzola conducts the score.
Who directed the staging?
Robert Falls serves as the director for the production.
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