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The National Opera of Ukraine, Odessa - Madama Butterfly

Maastricht

‘Madama Butterfly’, a tragic opera by Puccini about a geisha who is abandoned by her American husband.

Madama Butterfly is a world-famous opera by Puccini, with the beautiful aria ‘Un bel dì vedremo’ being one of the highlights for sopranos. The story revolves around Japanese geisha Cio-Cio San (Butterfly) who marries US army officer Pinkerton. After he leaves her, her family turns against her. Butterfly has a son and waits for Pinkerton to return, who eventually returns with his new American wife.

The National Opera of Ukraine, Odessa, performs Madama Butterfly in a new staging designed by Karl Spanhak. This modern version features a sober design and powerful voices performing the moving arias and duets in one of the most beloved operas in history.

When

  • Tuesday the 25th of march 2025 at 19:30

Prices

  • from €42.50 to €52.50

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