Opera Naples Announces 2016-2017 Schedule

Opera Naples has announced its first opera of the "Come Alive!" 2016/2017 season, Puccini's Turandot, performed at Artis Naples on November 9, 2016 at 8pm. It's chilling storyline includes a vengeful, beautiful princess playing a deadly game of riddles with noble pursuers and a prince that challenges her to the very end. This international favorite will be scheduled for one night only at Artis Naples located at 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard. Although loved by locals, Naples has also been recognized as a luxury destination for those seasonal guests that combine their visit with an ocean view hotel/or home, fine dining, boutique shopping and the arts.

When asked about Opera Naples as a destination venue, Jerry Goldberg, Opera Naples Chairman responds, "Our city receives many visitors and seasonal residents with the anticipated desire to experience both paradise and cultural fulfillment. Opera Naples is proud to present an international cast of artists to kick off its "Come Alive!" season with a worldwide favorite opera, Turandot, followed by a strong season of performances." Tickets can be purchased online at operanaples.org or by calling 239.963.9050.

Talent:
Opera Naples Artistic Director, Ramón Tebar, a popular conductor worldwide in both the orchestral and opera arenas, takes the helm to lead the orchestra with a sweeping score of Puccinin's riveting harmonies and powerful melodies. Renewing his third year with Opera Naples, the respected and talented Mr. Tebar has scheduled a pulsating and innovative season featuring beloved operas and classical concerts, cross-cultural infused concerts, international sought-after talent, and an exclusive opera (student) program with the world's beloved opera star and teacher, Mme. Renata Scotto.

American soprano, Marcy Stonika as Turandot, The Princess of Peking. Ms. Stonikas' 2016-2017 season begins the season as Gertrude in Seattle Opera's Hansel and Gretel, then sings the titular Turandot in debuts with Atlanta Opera and Opera Naples. During the summer of 2017, she essays a title role with the Berkshire Opera Festival. Marcy Stonikas is a winner of the 2013 George London Foundation Vocal Competition and First Prize winner in the Wagner Division of the 2013 Gerda Lissner Foundational Vocal Competition. She was a finalist in Seattle Opera's 2014 International Wagner Competition. "In the title role, Marcy Stonikas was fearless, hurling the riddles at Calàf and riding the massive ensemble at the end of the second act. There was sweetness as well when the music revealed Turandot's vulnerability. It was an impressive debut, and it would be good to hear more from Stonikas." Joe Law, Opera News

Italian-Brazilian lirico spinto tenor, Thiago Arancam as Calàf, the Prince of Tartar. A native of Brazil, Thiago was the first Brazilian accepted to the Accademia of La Scala under the tutelage of legendary soprano Leyla Gencer. He is a past winner of the Operalia Competition. In the last year, Thiago Arancam has performed the following: Turandot with the Simon Bolivar Symphony under Gustavo Dudamel; Aukland Philharmonia orchestra, Tosca in concert with the London Philharmonic in Royal Festival Hall; and Un Ballo in Maschera with Malmo Opera in Sweden. Additionally, he will be seen this season in Gomes' Fosca in Sao Paulo and in Turandot with Pittsburgh Opera.

Plot:
"People of Peking! Turandot the pure will marry the one born of noble blood who solves her three riddles. But he who tries and fails will pay for his failure with his noble head." These opening lines set up the dramatic, ancient fable of Giacomo Puccini's final opera set in China about the desirable Princess Turandot pursued by men of noble blood each risking his life for her royal hand in marriage.

Opera Naples 2016/2017 season of events with Ramón Tebar leading as Artistic Director.

November 9, 2016 at 8 pm Turandot by G. Puccini at Artis Naples

December 4, 2016 at 8 pm Liederabend: R. Scarlata, L. Summers and R. Tebar

December 6, 2016 at 7:30 pm Masterclass and lecture presented by Tao Lin

December 18, 2016 at 8 pm John Osborn and Lynette Tapia in concert with R. Tebar

January 11, 2017 at 8 pm Beaux Arts Series Concert 1 - The Romantic Piano Trio

January 17, 2017 at 8 pm Concerto de Zarzuela - an evening of Spanish music and dance

January 21, 2017 at 8 pm Renata Scotto Opera Program Concert

January 25, 2017 at 8 pm Renata Scotto Opera Program Concert

February 21, 2017 at 8 pm Beaux Arts Series Concert 2 -

An Evening with Maestro Lewis Kaplan

February 28, 2017 at 8 pm International Opera Star, Angela Meade in Concert with R. Tebar

March 10, 2017 at 8 pm La Hija de Rappaccini by D. Catan (Rappaccini's Daughter)

March 12, 2017 at 2 pm La Hija de Rappaccini by D. Catan (Rappaccini's Daughter)

March 13, 2017 at 8 pm Renata Scotto Opera Program Concert

March 18, 2017 at 8 pm Renata Scotto Opera Program Concert

March 23, 2017 at 8 pm Beaux Arts Series Concert 3 - Henschel String Quartet

April 10, 2017 at 8 pm Operafusion: Nachito Herrera & Eglise Gutierrez

April 25, 2017 at 8 pm Beaux Arts Series Concert 4 - Paul Huang, Violinist

May 8, 2017 at 8pm An evening with Operatic Tenor Gregory Kunde

May 12, 2017 at 8 pm Die Zauberflote by W.A. Mozart (The Magic Flute) at Artis Naples

About Opera Naples:

Situated on the Gulf of Mexico in Florida's Collier County, Opera Naples is dedicated to presenting opera productions and concerts of the highest quality. A regional artistic powerhouse in an area known for its world class dining, shopping, art galleries and pristine beaches, the city's opera company is a cultural jewel in Southwest Florida.

Opera Naples presents internationally renowned performers and directors, while encouraging, grooming, and showcasing young regional talent. It produces classic grand operas at local venues each season as well as chamber opera and concerts at the David and Cecile Wang Opera Center. A staunch proponent of community service and education outreach, the company has introduced opera to over 60,000 local area children since its inception and offers various programs, including Lee and Collier county in-school programs and performances; the Young Artists Program; summer programs, and ONcore (for local and regional semi-professional singers).

Opera Naples is led by Artistic Director, internationally renowned Spanish conductor, Ramón Tebar, known for his musical versatility, compelling interpretations and orchestra building skills.

Over the past decade, the company has earned local, regional and state government support. Opera Naples is grateful to its sponsors, patrons and many supporters who have helped it become an important part of the cultural fabric of the region.

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