‘I Pagliacci” or “The Clowns,” set in a traveling circus, is one of the most popular of opera tragedies, full of irresistible music. Ruggero Leoncavallo’s 1892 dramatic tale — he wrote the libretto ...

Following the productions of its landmark 60th anniversary season, San Diego Opera will open its 2025-26 season with Ruggero Leoncavallo's Pagliacci. The timeless tale of love, jealousy, and revenge ...

When it comes to challenging operatic roles for tenors, the clown troupe leader Canio in Leoncavallo Ruggero’s beloved 1892 “Pagliacci” is right up there. It requires power-singing, vocal range and ...

San Diego Opera kicked off its 2025-26 season on Halloween night, where many audience members at the San Diego Civic Theatre showed up in costume, and horror movie-style drama unfolded onstage in ...

‘I Pagliacci,” Ruggiero Leoncavallo’s tragic tale of adultery and revenge set to glorious music, remains one of the most popular operas since its 1892 premiere. Still, a new adaptation enjoys all ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The tragic story of a traveling clown, Canio, whose heartbreak and jealousy erupt during a performance when he discovers his ...

“This opera is a masterclass in emotional storytelling,” said Utah Opera's Artistic Director Christopher McBeth. “It delivers the intensity and thrill of a drama while showcasing some of the most ...

RUNTIME: About two hours, including one intermission and on-stage extra performances (see below). THUMBNAIL SKETCH: In the long history of the performing arts, traveling troupes would go from town to ...

The tragic story of a traveling clown, Canio, whose heartbreak and jealousy erupt during a performance when he discovers his wife’s betrayal, will soon be portrayed on a local stage by the Amarillo ...