It’s Christmas Eve in Paris, and a young poet meets the love of his life in Puccini’s story of romance, friendship, and the struggle for survival among starving artists. David Lomelì (Lucia di Lammermoor , 2010) returns as Rodolfo, and Leah Crocetto (Pittsburgh Opera debut) stars as Mimí, alongside former Resident Artist Craig Verm (The Pearl Fishers,2011) and Sari Gruber (Don Giovanni , 2012) as Marcello and Musetta. Antony Walker leads the production, designed by Tony winner Michael Yeargan (for Light in the Piazza, 2005) –19th-century Paris in its vigor and charm. Tomer Zvulun debuts as stage director.
Pittsburgh Opera’s annual Student Matinee will introduce 2800 school children grades 3-12 to this beloved classic on Thursday, April 3 at the Benedum Center. The Resident
Artists take lead roles in the Student Matinee, and are accompanied by the Pittsburgh Opera Orchestra, in yet another opportunity to hone performance skills.
Cast and Creative Team for La bohème at Benedum Center for the Performing Arts
Conductor
Antony Walker
Stage Director
Tomer Zvulun
Set Designer
Michael Yeargan
Asst. Conductor
Glenn Lewis
