Rigoletto

by Giuseppe Verdi

January 31^st and February 2^nd, 2025
Hult Center for the Performing Arts

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Rigoletto is an iconic opera by Giuseppe Verdi, a gripping tale of power, betrayal, and revenge set in the decadent court of Mantua. The story revolves around Rigoletto, a hunchbacked court jester who is both feared and despised for his sharp wit and ruthless tongue. However, beneath his caustic exterior lies a deep love for his daughter, Gilda, whom he keeps hidden from the corrupt world around them.

When Gilda falls victim to the Duke of Mantua's seductive charms, Rigoletto's world is shattered. In a desperate bid for vengeance, he hires an assassin to kill the Duke, only to have his plan go tragically awry. The opera's powerful music, including the famous arias "La donna è mobile" and "Caro nome," heightens the emotional intensity of this dark and dramatic tale.

Join us for a night of soaring melodies, complex characters, and a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final curtain. Rigoletto is a masterpiece of the operatic repertoire, and this production promises to be an unforgettable experience.

Cast

Grant Youngblood as Rigoletto

Véronique Filloux as Gilda

Bernard Holcomb as the Duke of Mantua

Ben Brady as Sparafucile

Erika Rauer as Maddalena

Doremus Scudder as Monterone

Dylan Bunten as Marullo

Esteban Zuñíga-Calderon as Borsa

Alyse Jamieson as Giovanna

Daniel Au as Ceprano

Paula Alva as Countess Ceprano

Usher Thomas Gillies

Page Grace Vangel

Chorus:

Mark Dean
Geoff Gordon
Ben Lillard
Tom Gillies
Aharon Melloul
Greg Williams
Ben Brown
Bernie Robe
Thomas Guastavino
Tim McCoy
Roy Lisi
Evan McCarty
Luke Barnard

Crew

Artistic Director and Conductor Andrew Bisantz

Director Fenlon Lamb

The Eugene Opera Orchestra

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Directions

The Hult Center is located at One Eugene Center, Eugene OR 97401. Main lobby entrances are off 6th and 7th Avenues, with the ADA accessible ramp on the 6th Avenue side.

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Parking

Parking Garages

Two parking garages are near the Hult Center and available for event parking at $6 per vehicle, cash only. The parking garage connected to the Hult Center has entrances off 6th Avenue and Olive Street. The sky bridge entrance is off the 3rd level. Handicapped placard holders do not have to pay for event parking. Handicapped spaces are located on the east side of the parking garage, near the elevators.

The Parcade is located across 7th Avenue from the Hult Center and has entrances off 7th Avenue and 8th Avenue. Parking passes for use in the Hult Center parking garage can be purchased in advance, online and at the Hult Center Ticket Office. 6 parking passes can be purchased for only $30 – it’s like getting one parking pass for FREE. Having a parking pass does not guarantee availability in the parking garage. Please arrive early to ensure parking is available. Parking is limited, and when multiple events are taking place, may not accommodate all guests.

Additional Parking

Additional parking within walking distance can be found in the Diamond Parking lots located at 8th & Olive, 7th & Olive, 6th & Willamette, 5th & Charnelton and 5th & Pearl. Street parking can also be found around downtown Eugene and is free after 6:00 PM.

Alternate Transportation

The LTD downtown bus station is located three blocks from the Hult Center. Taxis can pick up/drop off at either the 6th or 7th Avenue entrances.

Monthly Specials

October: All $68 price level tickets (PL2) are only $58 through October 31st. Use code EARLYBIRD1

November: All $36 price level tickets (PL4) are only $25, November 1st through November 28th. Use code EARLYBIRD2

Black Friday: All tickets - with the exception of Price Level 5 (PL5) are 20% off. Use code OPERASPECIAL

December: All tickets - with the exception of Price Level 5 (PL5) are 10% off. Use code OPERAGIFT

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