This Valentine’s Day, the Toledo Opera presents The Merry Widow, a beloved operetta by Franz Lehár. Featuring beautiful melodies and witty dialogue, this production follows Hanna Glawari, a wealthy young widow from the small Balkan province of Pontevedra whose marriage could determine the fate of her country. J. Ernest Green conducts, while Jamie Offenbach and James M. Norman bring their comedic touches to this delightful story. Starring in lead roles are Alyson Cambridge as Hanna Glawari and Keith Phares as Count Danilo – it’s sure to be an evening filled with romance!
Hanna Glawari is a wealthy young widow from the small and poverty-stricken Balkan province of Pontevedra. Ambassador Baron Zeta is anxious that when Hanna remarries, it will be a Pontevedrian, not a Frenchman, to keep her money in the country and save them all from ruin. While Hanna is courted by many, she is most drawn to Count Danilo, the very man who rejected her love years before. However, it soon becomes apparent that his affections are still rooted in their former relationship, and he must choose between a foreign suitor and his true love.
Alyson Cambridge stars as the titular Merry Widow, Hanna Glawari, a wealthy widow from the impoverished Balkan province of Pontevedra. Representing the woman’s homeland and its financial interests, Ambassador Baron Zeta is desperate to see Hanna remarry within Pontevedro’s borders. Conveying this vignette of romance and comedy is a collection of lively melodies from playwright Franz Lehar. J. Ernest Green conducts this bubbly delight, while Jamie Offenbach and James M. Norman bring the light-hearted comedy to life. Keith Phares, professor of voice at Bowling Green State University, stars as Count Danilo, Hanna’s romantic foil. Together, the passionate duo carries out a fiery story of love and loss in this production of The Merry Widow.
Audiences can look forward to a night of enchanting music and captivating storylines as they watch Hanna Glawari come alive on stage. Experience the beautiful melodies and witty dialogue as the merry widow finds her way to true love. Revel in the joy of laughter and music as Hanna Glawari embarks on an extraordinary journey to happiness. Indulge in the song and dance numbers that make this show a timeless classic. Join us for a one-of-a-kind night of pure entertainment and prepare to be swept away by the charm of The Merry Widow!
Join us for an evening of music, romance, and laughter as The Merry Widow comes to life on stage. With beautiful melodies and witty dialogue, this operetta will surely be a hit! Experience the bubbly delight of The Merry Widow as Toledo Opera presents this classic just in time for Valentine’s Day. Don’t miss your chance to experience the romance of this beloved operetta! Tickets are available now. Please reserve your seat and make it a night to remember.
Join us for The Merry Widow at the Toledo Opera – it’s sure to be an evening filled with love, laughter, and music! Don’t miss out on this Valentine’s Day! Get your tickets now!
