Rigoletto
by Giuseppe Verdi
January 31st and February 2nd, 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.
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HULT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
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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