Arizona Opera Scenic Studio

Scalia/Ginsburg: An Opera by Derrick Wang

Arias & Antics: Exploring Opera's Comic Side takes audiences on a journey through the art of laughter in music, beginning with the theory of humor and how composers use it to engage, captivate, and tell compelling stories. From the mischief of Commedia dell'arte and the wit of comic opera to the satirical brilliance of Gilbert & Sullivan and the lasting influence of opera on Broadway, discover why comedy has always had a starring role on the operatic stage.

Jefferson Lives! (by Joshua Daniel Nichols, Stefanos Koroneos and James Harrigan) is a family-friendly educational opera that centers on John Adams' deathbed reflections regarding his complex relationship with Thomas Jefferson. Developed by Teatro Grattacielo and the Tucson-based Polyhymnia collective, the opera traces the ideas and debates that shaped the American Revolution.