UBC Opera Ensemble
Jacques Lacombe, conductor
Nancy Hermiston, director
Members of the Vancouver Opera Orchestra
Singspiel Opera in Two Acts
Sung in German with English Surtitles
Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Libretto by Emanuel Schikanede
📅 Nov 27-29, 2025 at 7:30pm
📅 Nov 30, 2025 at 2:00pm
🎟️ Tickets: ubcoperatickets.com
Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte, also known as The Magic Flute, is a whimsical opera that blends fantasy, comedy, and adventure. Prince Tamino embarks on a quest to rescue Pamina, the Queen of the Night’s daughter, from the clutches of the mysterious Sarastro. Armed with a magic flute and accompanied by the bumbling bird-catcher Papageno, Tamino navigates a world of trials, deception, and discovery to find true enlightenment and win his fair Pamina. As the journey unfolds, he learns that true wisdom and love transcend appearances, leading to a triumphant union of light and harmony.
This opera is a delightful introduction to the world of classical music, offering enchanting melodies and a timeless story that resonates with audiences of all ages.
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