The music department of St. Mary's College of Maryland will present Gian Carlo Menotti's holiday opera “Amahl and the Night Visitors” at the Bruce Davis Theater on the College’s campus on Friday, Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 1 at 3 p.m. The event is free of charge and open to the public but seating is limited. Reservations can be made by calling 240-895-4498.
Based on Italian folk tales of the Nativity and Epiphany, the 45-minute opera in English is a retelling of the story of the Magi from the point of view of a young disabled boy named Amahl, who lives in poverty with his widowed mother. It was the first opera originally written for television and premiered on Christmas Eve, 1951.
This production is a collaboration of St. Mary's College music students and faculty, and younger singers from the surrounding community. It is a great introduction to opera, suitable for younger audiences (ages 5 and up).
Larry Vote, professor of music, will serve as conductor and Joan McFarland, instructor of music, is the musical/stage director and producer.
