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Performance:Semele
Location: Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre - 3-29-2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm (America/New_York) (2 hours)

The forbidden passion between Semele, a woman, and Jupiter, the king of the gods, attracts the attention and unbridled jealousy of Jupiter’s wife, Juno. Handel’s score combines elements of opera, oratorio, and musical drama in a sensuous score, considered some of his finest work. Content Advisory: This opera depicts mythological adultery and death. Recommended Ages: 16+ Composed by George Frideric Handel Libretto after William Congreve Directed by Stephanie Havey Conducted by Brian Garman *Buying Tickets Flex Series ticket packages available beginning June 10; Single tickets available beginning August 4.*

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