Die Zauberflöte at Alexander Kasser Theater

Montclair State Cali Opera & University Symphony Orchestra Present Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute)

Montclair, NJ — Montclair State Cali Opera, in collaboration with the University Symphony Orchestra, proudly presents Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s beloved masterpiece Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute)—a spellbinding operatic journey filled with magic, humor, and timeless wisdom. Performances take place Saturday, January 31 at 8:00 PM and Sunday, February 1 at 3:00 PM at The Alexander Kasser Theater (1 Normal Ave, Montclair, NJ)

One of the most cherished operas of all time, The Magic Flute is a dazzling adventure where fairy tale, comedy, and profound human insight meet. From moments of laugh-out-loud charm to soaring lyrical beauty, Mozart’s music enchants audiences of all ages, making this production an ideal entry point for newcomers and a perennial favorite for opera lovers.

This vibrant staging features an outstanding cast led by:

• Tamino: SeongBoem Choi, Peiyuan Xie
• Pamina: Clara Luz Iranzo, Hailey Ji
• Papageno: Dean Tarriff, Clinton Garrison
• Queen of the Night: Claudia Cespedes, Hanbyeol Min
• Sarastro: Marcello Fois

They are joined by a talented ensemble of supporting cast members, bringing Mozart’s magical world vividly to life.

The production is guided by an acclaimed creative team:

• Director: Janine Morita Colletti
• Conductor: Kyle Ritenauer
• Scenic & Costume Design: Valentina Cannao
• Multimedia / Projection Design: Lili Federico
• Lighting Design: David Orlando
• Choreographer: Maxine Steinman

With imaginative visuals, dynamic choreography, and the rich orchestral sound of the University Symphony Orchestra, Die Zauberflöte promises an unforgettable theatrical experience celebrating courage, love, and the triumph of light over darkness.

About Montclair State Cali Opera
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Sung in German • Spoken dialogue in English