Madison Opera

The Anonymous Lover

by Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges

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Friday, February 2 & Sunday, February 4

Capitol Theater

Sung in French with English dialogue and projected English translations.

Run Time

Approximately 90 minutes without intermission

Age Recommendation

10 and up

On sale Tuesday, September 5

11am

He loves me. Who is he?

A beautiful young widow is disillusioned with romance. Her dear friend is sending her anonymous love letters to express his feelings. Will true love prevail? (It’s a comedy, so of course it will.)

Premiering in 1780, The Anonymous Lover is the only surviving opera by Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. A pioneering Black composer, conductor, and violinist, Bologne achieved great renown throughout 18th-century France. Brighten up winter with the Wisconsin premiere of this charming opera!

Meet the Artists

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Léontine

Keely Futterer

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Valcour

David Blalock

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Ophémon

Yazid Gray

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Jeanette

Brianna Murray

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Colin

William Johnson

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Dorothée

Hailey Cohen

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