Washington Savoyards

Treemonisha by Scott Joplin, an intersection of classical opera form and the ragtime genius in a new production of a rarely performed American treasure, presented by DC’s favorite light opera company.
Friday, Feb 19 at 8pm
Saturday, Feb 20 at 8pm
Sunday, Feb 21 at 2pm
Friday, Feb 26 at 8pm
Saturday, Feb 27 at 8pm
Sunday, Feb 28 at 2pm
Friday, Mar 5 at 8pm
Saturday, Mar 6 at 8pm
Sunday, Mar 7 at 2pm

Lang Theatre
Tickets: $40/Adult, $35/Senior, $15/Child, $10 Student rush
For audiences ages 8 and up.

Heralded as “an entirely new phase of musical art” when Scott Joplin played for its first performance in 1915, Treemonisha was rediscovered in the 1970s and went on to triumph on Broadway. Last seen in DC in 1976, the Washington Savoyards will present an all-new production of this “thoroughly American opera” for a new generation, under the direction of Michael J. Bobbitt. Set in late 19th century Arkansas, the opera follows Treemonisha, a young, educated African American woman, in her quest to free her community from fearful superstitions. A story filled with conjurers, capturers and the power of love rings out from a romantic, ragtime-inspired score. Embrace the opportunity to see this charming production by a giant of American music, Scott Joplin.

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