Judith Skinner as Queenie in Show Boat. Photo: Karli Cadel

July 6, 2019 - August 24, 2019

Show Boat

Revolutionary for its exploration of serious themes, Show Boat blends humanity and humor with hit tunes as we follow Cap’n Andy Hawks and his extended family on a journey of love and heartbreak.

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La traviata | Photo: Photo Karli Cadel

July 7, 2019 - August 24, 2019

La traviata

The Parisian courtesan Violetta leaves a life of extravagance when she falls in love with Alfredo. But soon she is forced to make a terrible choice. With showpiece arias such as “Sempre libera” and its touching story, La traviata is one of the most beloved works in the operatic canon.

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July 13, 2019 - August 23, 2019

The Ghosts of Versailles

In this hilarious nod to The Barber of Seville and The Marriage of Figaro, the ghost of Marie Antoinette is upset about her untimely ending, so her favorite playwright, Beaumarchais, attempts to amuse her with a new work.

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July 14, 2019 - August 22, 2019

Blue

Reflective of a familiar American headline, this new work by Jeanine Tesori and Tazewell Thompson centers on the hopes and fears of a young black couple as they raise a son in Harlem. In this story of love and loss, we see the father, a police officer, and the mother supported by a loving community of fellow law enforcement, churchgoers and friends as they respond to the killing of their son.

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July 26

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Back by popular demand, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg shares her passion for opera and her perspective on law in the arts. Order your tickets early for this sell-out event.

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Klea Blackhurst Photo by Jack Vartoogian

July 28

Klea Blackhurst: Everything The Traffic Will Allow

A dedicated self-proclaimed “Mermanologist,” Klea Blackhurst’s show surveys stops along Ethel Merman’s career from “I Got Rhythm” from Girl Crazy to “I Got Lost in His Arms” from Annie Get Your Gun. A tribute rather than an imitation, Klea’s powerful vocals and cracking wit create a beautiful valentine to Merman.

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August 2

Ta-Nehisi Coates

Ta-Nehisi Coates, the author of bestselling books The Beautiful Struggle, We Were Eight Years in Power and Between the World And Me,comes to the Alice Busch Opera Theater for an engaging discussion.

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August 2 - 9, 2019

Noah’s Flood

This charming opera with text from the Chester Mystery Play about Noah’s Ark stars the Glimmerglass Youth Chorus and members of the Young Artists Program.

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August 6 - 19, 2019

The Queen of Spades

Tchaikovsky’s opera, inspired by Pushkin’s short story, offers a gripping tale of the consequences of obsessive greed.

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July 28 & August 11

Gospel Concert: Comin’ for to Carry Me Home

Experience the rich genre of Gospel with this Sunday morning concert performed by Festival artists.

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July 29

Stars’ Night Out

Join the principal artists of the 2019 Festival as they showcase their full range of talents. From tap dancing to solos and singalongs, this is a star-studded night full of personality and fun.

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August 3

ShowTalk: John Corigliano & Joseph Colaneri

The company’s series dedicated to exploring topics related to the current Festival through performances and discussions.

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August 10

ShowTalk: Ted Chapin

The company’s series dedicated to exploring topics related to the current Festival through performances and discussions.

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August 17

ShowTalk: Olivier Meslay

The company’s series dedicated to exploring topics related to the current Festival through performances and discussions.

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August 12

Literary Conversations: Dana Spiotta

Join us in the Pavilion next to the mainstage for conversations with renowned writers as we explore the creative process.

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July 15

Literary Conversations: Paul Muldoon

Join us in the Pavilion next to the mainstage for conversations with renowned writers as we explore the creative process.

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June 30, 2019

Springfield Appreciation Concert

The Glimmerglass Festival previews its 2019 season, with proceeds benefitting the Springfield Center Fourth of July Committee.

Tickets sold at Tom & Kelley’s in Springfield, or by calling  315-858-0304.

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2019 Season

Judith Skinner as Queenie in Show Boat. Photo: Karli Cadel

July 6, 2019 - August 24, 2019

Show Boat

La traviata | Photo: Karli Cadel

July 7, 2019 - August 24, 2019

La traviata

July 13, 2019 - August 23, 2019

The Ghosts of Versailles

July 14, 2019 - August 22, 2019

Blue

July 26

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Klea Blackhurst Photo by Jack Vartoogian

July 28

Klea Blackhurst: Everything The Traffic Will Allow

August 2

Ta-Nehisi Coates

August 2 - 9, 2019

Noah’s Flood

August 6 - 19, 2019

The Queen of Spades

July 28 & August 11

Gospel Concert: Comin’ for to Carry Me Home

July 29

Stars’ Night Out

August 3

ShowTalk: John Corigliano & Joseph Colaneri

August 10

ShowTalk: Ted Chapin

August 17

ShowTalk: Olivier Meslay

August 12

Literary Conversations: Dana Spiotta

July 15

Literary Conversations: Paul Muldoon

June 30, 2019

Springfield Appreciation Concert

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Ta-Nehisi Coates at Glimmerglass

Join us on Friday, August 2 in the Alice Busch Opera Theater for an engaging discussion with the author of bestselling books The Beautiful Struggle, We Were Eight Years in Power and Between the World And Me, an exploration of America’s racial history that won the National Book Award in 2015.

 

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We've Announced 2020!

 

With our 2019 Festival underway, we have announced programming for 2020, as well as the 2020 Festival’s pair of Artists in Residence.

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