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NOVEMBER 12–20, 2016 “Really out of This World! You Cannot Describe It in Words, It Must Be Experienced!” Live Your Dream Season NOVEMBER 12–20, 2016 “Really out of this world! You cannot describe it in words, it must be experienced!” Live your dream. — Christine Walevska, world-renowned cellist, 4-time Shen Yun viewer Or dreams, as the case may be. 2016-2017 Schedule Oct 9 Haydn, Kleine Orgelsolomesse O ct 16 Haydn, Paukenmesse Oct 23 Haydn, Theresienmesse Oct 30 Beethoven, Mass in C Nov 2 Mozart, Requiem - 7:30 pm Nov 6 Haydn, Nikolaimesse FEB. 17–19 • ORPHEUM THEATRE • ALL-NEW 2017 SHOW Accompanied by Live Orchestra Nov 13 Dvořák, Mass in D Nov 20 Schubert, Mass in B-flat Timeless Stories • Exquisite Dance • Profound Culture Dec 25 Mozart, Coronation Mass Through the universal language of music and dance, Shen Yun weaves Midnight Mass a wondrous tapestry of heavenly realms, ancient legends, and modern Jan 1 Schubert, Mass in G tales, taking you on a journey through 5,000 years of Chinese civilization! — BroadwayJan 8 Mo Worldzart, Spatzenmesse Its stunning beauty and tremendous energy leave audiences uplifted and Jan 15 Haydn, Nelsonmesse Jan 22 Gounod, Saint Cecilia Mass inspired. 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HNW_Power of Possible_8x10.875ed.indd 1 7/8/2016 4:01:14 PM WELCOME LETTER Minnesota Opera’s Mission: To combine a culture of creativity and fiscal responsibility to produce opera and Welcome to opera education programs that expand the art Das Rheingold! form, nurture artists, enrich audiences, and It is with great excitement that Minnesota Opera presents contribute to the vitality of the community. Re-envision Wealth our company debut of the first installment of Wagner’s epic Contents Ring Cycle. Das Rheingold is as vital today as it was at its 1869 premiere in Munich, Germany. The work deals with 8 Synopsis timeless philosophical issues: the exploitation of nature, the consequences of greed, 9 Das Rheingold 625 and the interrelation of law and power. Our inventive stage director Brian Staufenbiel local and international brings a renewed pertinence to the opera by melding Wagner’s mythical realm with the 10 About the Opera artists working on stage technological era, raising questions about technology’s role in shaping our cultural identity. and off stage. 12 Richard Wagner If necessity is the mother of invention, the artistic and creative teams at Minnesota Opera were charged with a terrific challenge: presenting this work knowing that the Wagnerian- 14 Director's Notes Romeo and Juliet, 2008 © Michal Daniel sized orchestra doesn’t fit in the pit of the Music Theater at the Ordway. Their solution, 15 The Artists I believe, is not only a breathtaking triumph, preserving all the staged drama of the piece and incorporating our musicians into the action itself, but an option that makes 19 Meet the Artist: 6,000 presenting possible for a wider complement of our sister organizations students participating in Das Rheingold Denyce Graves around the world. our education programs. 20 Upcoming Events This production places Minnesota Opera Music Director andDas Rheingold conductor 20 Social Media Michael Christie center stage — literally. The Minnesota Opera Orchestra’s integration into the scenic textures on stage enhances the music’s integral storytelling role, and creates Madame Butterfly, 2012 © Michal Daniel 21 Opera Education a musical-visual fabric reflective of Wagner’s score. We are incredibly lucky to have as accomplished an ensemble as the Minnesota Opera Orchestra, and I couldn’t be more 22 Diana's Garden Preview 42,000 excited for them to tackle Wagner’s virtuosic orchestral music. attendees to our mainstage 22 The Nightingale operas at the Ordway. The sheer size and scope ofDas Rheingold necessitates a massive investment of resources 24 Minnesota Opera in order to stage the work. This production is only possible because of our generous Board of Directors, community and their continued support of innovative, world-class lyric theater. Staff, and Volunteers Thank you for helping to bring this production to life. Your response and support for Turandot, 2013 © Michal Daniel this production will help us determine the next steps for our plans for the rest of the 26 Annual Fund magnificentRing Cycle. Ascent is proud to 28 Institutional Giving 44 As we conclude our 2016 performances, we eagerly look forward to all that is yet to New works premiered by th 29 Legacy Circle come this spring, and all to come the next season — our 55 anniversary! Exemplifying Minnesota Opera, including support Minnesota Minnesota Opera’s commitment to a wide range of operatic repertoire, the remainder last season’s The Shining. 29 Minnesota Opera Opera of our season offers a new production of the rediscovered gemDiana’s Garden, the Information world premiere of composer William Bolcom and librettist Mark Campbell’s Dinner at Eight, and the hit San Francisco Opera production of La Bohème. Our 55th season, to 31 Cabaret 2017 The Shining, 2016 © Ken Howard Jose Peris be announced in January 2017, promises to continue Minnesota Opera’s celebration of Regional Managing Director 31 Tempo a plurality of voices. We’re so glad that you are with us, and we look forward to sharing Direct 612.303.3141 many more nights in song together. 400,000 LARGE-PRINT AND people served annually by our Enjoy the show! BRAILLE PROGRAMS ARE opera productions, education AVAILABLE AT THE PATRON programs, and other events. SERVICES OFFICE. Minnesota Opera Center RYAN TAYLOR mnopera.org President and General Director DAS RHEINGOLD DAS 612-333-6669 Member FDIC. ©2016 U. S. Bank. | 5 The Richard Wagner Society (RWSUM) welcomes you to this performance of “Das Rheingold”. The RWSUM is an organization for people interested in the music of Wagner. See wagnertc.org for upcoming events in Minneapolis / Saint Paul. PO BOX 3804, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55403 612.863.4319 • WAGNERTC.ORG WITHOUT YOUR GENEROSITY, THERE IS NO MUSIC. Saint Paul is a thriving, modern city that’s been built on a foundation of strong neighborhoods, diverse culture, vibrant arts and the generosity of its citizens. For over 75 years, The Saint Paul Foundation has helped donors keep our communities strong through their support of the arts, culture and education, and the preservation of its heritage. Together, we can make the great city of Saint Paul even greater. Build your mnopera.org charitable giving legacy by calling 651.224.5463 or visit saintpaulfoundation.org. MINNESOTA OPERA MINNESOTA DAS RHEINGOLD DAS | | 6 7 SYNOPSIS SCENE ONE Loge arrives belatedly, and tempts the giants SCENE FOUR On the bed of the Rhine River with thoughts of obtaining the Nibelung An open space on a mountain Three Rhinemaidens, Woglinde, Wellgunde gold. As the brothers discuss the matter, In exchange for Alberich’s freedom, Wotan and Flosshilde, swim in the river, guarding Wotan confers with Loge — he must be demands all of his gold, including the ring their gold, while Alberich admires from the one to possess the mythical gold and its on his finger. Alberich commands all the above. They tease and mock him, and power. They all will be slaves to Alberich if Nibelungs to gather the hoard and puts a MUSIC AND LIBRETTO BY RICHARD WAGNER repel his flirtations. He angrily spouts his it is not confiscated. Loge promises to find curse on the all-powerful ring — it will bring revenge. His eye catches the Rheingold, and another way to get them out of the bargain. misery and death to those who possess it. World premiere at the Königliches Hof- und the maidens relay its magical powers — if Fasolt and Fafner agree they will release Freia Fasolt and Fafner return with Freia and insist Nationaltheater, Munich fashioned into a ring, it would give its wearer from the bargain if Wotan can get them the the gold, including the Tarnhelm, be piled September 22, 1869 power over the world if he would renounce Rheingold — however, she will be held as a high enough to obscure her beauty and make love. Alberich boldly manages to steal the hostage until he does. the parting easier.
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