Bohème Out of the Box brings Puccini’s classic La Bohème to diverse outdoor locations across the Bay Area, providing a unique opera experience in a one-hour abridged format. The performances feature a cast of San Francisco Opera Adler Fellows, including Alexa Frankian as Mimì and Edward Graves as Rodolfo, alongside live piano accompaniment. Audiences can engage with the opera through free family workshops before each show, making it accessible and enjoyable for all ages. The production runs from April 11 to April 26, 2026, at various outdoor venues, including parks in San Francisco, Emeryville, Oakland, Woodside, and Concord.
Cast and Creative Team for Bohème Out of the Box at San Francisco Opera
Cast
Brian Cho
Ensemble
Ji Youn Lee
Ensemble
Eugene Brancoveanu
Benoit/Alcindoro
Olivier Zerouali
Schaunard
James McCarthy
Colline
Gabriel Natal-Báez
Marcello
Sofia Gotch
Musetta
Edward Graves
Rodolfo
Alexa Frankian
Mimì
Creative Team
Ryan O’Steen
Set Coordinator
Cassandra Carpenter
Costume Consultant
Jose Maria Condemi
Stage Director
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