Classical Music Performances to Look Forward to This Year
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Looking for something to add to your cultural calendar this year? Check out our list of the top classical music performances to look forward to in 2020!
The Nutcracker by the New York City Ballet
This annual performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker by the New York City Ballet is a holiday tradition for many New Yorkers. The ballet will be performed at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center from December 13-30, 2019. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased through the Lincoln Center website.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream by the Royal Opera
One of the most highly-anticipated classical music performances of the year is A Midsummer Night’s Dream by the Royal Opera. The Royal Opera is known for putting on spectacular shows, and this production is sure to be no exception. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a classic tale of love, magic, and mischief, set to the intoxicating music of Felix Mendelssohn. If you’re a fan of classical music, or simply looking for a night of enchantment, this is one performance you won’t want to miss.
Carmen by the English National Opera
This year, the English National Opera will be performing Carmen, one of the most popular and well-known operas in the world. The music, composed by Georges Bizet, is based on a French novella of the same name by Prosper Mérimée. The opera tells the story of a fiery young woman named Carmen who works in a tobacco factory in Seville, Spain. She is pursued by a young soldier named Don José, who eventually becomes obsessed with her. Carmen ultimately rejects him, causing him to spiral into jealousy and despair. The opera is famous for its passionate music and tragic ending.
La Bohème by the Metropolitan Opera
One of the most popular operas of all time, La Bohème by Giacomo Puccini will be performed by the Metropolitan Opera this year. The opera tells the story of a group of young bohemians in Paris and their tragic love affair. The beautiful music and heartbreaking story make La Bohème a must-see opera for any classical music fan.
The Marriage of Figaro by the Glyndebourne Festival Opera
The Marriage of Figaro is one of the most popular operas of all time, and this summer, it will be performed at the Glyndebourne Festival Opera in England. Featuring a cast of internationally-renowned opera singers, this production is sure to be a highlight of the festival. Tickets are available now.
