Rigoletto

by Giuseppe Verdi

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

Tickets: Coming Soon

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

The Eugene Opera Orchestra Conducted by Andrew Bisantz

Featuring the Eugene Opera Chorus

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.