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We return to Paris for Giuseppe Verdi’s tragic tale of the forbidden love between the courtesan Violetta and her young nobleman suitor Alfredo. Convinced by Alfredo’s meddling father that she has brought disgrace to his family’s name with her sinful ways, Violetta feels compelled to abandon her love. Only later, as his lover is confined to her deathbed, does Alfredo learn that it is his own father who has caused the flower of his love to wilt. One of the worlds’ most popular operas, La Traviata is a grand tragedy of forbidden love and deception exposed.

MEET THE ARTISTS
MOT singer and UM voice professor Steven Lusmann on the joys of performing with his students:
La Traviata brings teacher and students together

La Rondine comments

GETTING TO THE OPERA HOUSE
Parking & directions

TRAVELING I-75 NORTH?
I-75 (Fisher Fwy) is closed between I-96 and Clark until December, 2009. Meanwhile, here's an easy way around that closure:

• Exit at Livernois. Upon exiting, turn RIGHT and get into the far left lane.
• Turn LEFT onto Fort Street.
• Continue on Fort Street (east toward downtown) to Washington Blvd. and turn LEFT.
• Follow Washington Blvd. to Park Ave. and turn RIGHT.
• Continue on Park Ave., crossing Woodward, to the Detroit Opera House.

MDOT construction updates

Do you know a great mom who deserves to be “Diva for a Day”? Nominate her for Michigan Opera Theatre’s “Diva for a Day” contest! Tell us in 100 words or less why she is special.

The winning mom will receive four box seats for the entire family to enjoy Michigan Opera Theatre’s performance of “La Traviata” on May 17, 2008, luxury transportation to and from the opera house courtesy of Checker Sedan, and dinner in the Cadillac Café before the performance for the whole family.

Hurry, contest ends Mother's Day!
Contest entry form

2008-09 DANCE SEASON
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
The Joffrey Ballet
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
American Ballet Theatre

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CHORUS AUDITIONS

CALL FOR ADULT SINGERS
The Michigan Opera Theatre Chorus will audtion talented singers on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.

For details on how to request an audition,
go to the auditions page

CALL FOR YOUNG SINGERS
The Michigan Opera Theatre Children's Chorus will auditioning boys and girls aged 10-16 on May 29, 30, and 31. For audition details, requirements, and the online audition request form,
go to the auditions page

CALL FOR YOUNG DANCERS
The Joffrey Ballet, in collaboration with Michigan Opera Theatre, will audition children 8-15 for Nutcracker 2008. Ford Center for Arts and Learning, September 27, 2008. For more information,
go to the auditions page

DATE SET FOR
GOLF OUTING

Our 8th Annual Golf Outing will be Monday, June 23, at Shepherd's Hollow Golf Club. The outing will feature 18 holes of golf, lunch, dinner, million dollar hole shoot-out and prizes.

Golf Outing Info

500-PIECE COLLECTOR'S PUZZLE
of the Detroit Opera House!

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CYRANO CD AVAILABLE

• CYRANO 3-DISC SET $45
• SPECIAL EDITION CYRANO 3-disc set includes DVD, Countdown to Cyrano, as seen on Detroit Public Television, $75

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2008 CYRANO CALENDAR
Featuring production photos from the world premiere. Just $19.95.
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Style Minute with Chuck Bennett

The Maker of Illusions tickets
Adults $30, Children $15
Patron ticket $50 (includes prime seating and a signed poster)
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UPCOMING OPERAS & CONCERTS

May 10-18
La Traviata [opera]

Mon, May 19 at 7:30 PM
The Maker of Illusions

Tue, May 20 at 8:00 PM
Eddie Izzard: Stripped

Sun, May 25 at 7:00 PM
Night of Healing 2 [Mighty Clouds of Joy]

Fri, May 30 a 8:00 PM
Tony Roberts [comedy jam]

Sat, May 31 at 8:00 PM
Stars on Tour [George Wassouf...]

Sat, June 14 & Sun, June 15
Fatherhood [The Musical Stageplay]

Sat, June 28 at 8:00 PM
GPS Encore

Sun, August 3 at 7:00 PM
Melissa Etheridge [Revival Tour]

COMPLETE CALENDAR

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