2024 SUMMER SEASON
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2023 SUMMER SEASON
Roméo et Juliette
September 8, 2023: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
New York City Opera’s 2023 Bryant Park series concludes with Roméo et Juliette. Gounod’s sumptuous opera brings the story of Shakespeare’s famous lovers to life through some of the most beautiful music in the French repertoire. Accompanied by members of the New York City Opera Orchestra, soprano Joanna Mongiardo and tenor Victor Starsky will star along with Maestro Joseph Rescigno at the helm.
Conductor: Joseph Rescigno
Director: Shayna Leahy
CAST
Roméo: Victor Starsky
Juliette: Joanna Mongiardo
Mercutio: Alex Boyd
Stephano: Amy Maude Helfer
Tybalt: Drew Seigla
Nurse Gertrude: Melanie Ashkar
Friar Lawrence: Phil Cokorinos
Narrator: Billy Van Horn
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
Alessandro Lora in Concert
August 19, 2023: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
New York City Opera’s Bryant Park summer series continues with Tenor Alessandro Lora as he joins the New York City Opera Orchestra for a special concert of Italian favorites in Bryant Park on August 19, free and open to the public. Conducted by Maestro Diego Basso. View the full program here.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
FROM VIENNA TO BROADWAY
August 18, 2023: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
New York City Opera’s Bryant Park summer series continues with From Vienna to Broadway!, a charming review of songs, duets, and ensembles that takes the audience on a musical journey through the 20th century. Beginning with Lehar’s The Merry Widow from 1905 and culminating with Sondhiem’s A Little Night Music from 1973, and in between featuring works by Herbert, Romberg, Gershwin, and Bernstein, this performance features a stellar cast of seven New York City Opera stars. View the full program here.
Music Director and Pianist: Kathryn Olander
Director: Michael Capasso
CAST
Matt Ciuffitelli
Shannon Gordon
Michael Nansel
Samantha Sallaway
Kristin Sampson
Drew Seigla
Devony Smith
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
LA BOHÈME
June 1, 2023: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Be transported to the Latin Quarter of 19th century Paris without leaving Bryant Park as you bask in the lush melodies of Puccini’s La bohème. Hear the stars of New York City Opera sing some of the most famous melodies in opera, all from the comfort of your very own blanket!
Conductor: Joseph Rescigno
Director: Michael Capasso
CAST
Rodolfo: Gregory Turay
Mimi: Inna Dukach
Marcello: Gustavo Feulien
Musetta: Elizaveta Ulakhovich
Colline: Carl DuPont
Schaunard: Alexander Boyd
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
PAST SUMMER SEASONS
BARBER OF SEVILLE
May 27, 2022: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Gioachino Rossini’s sparkling music animates the hijinks of Figaro, opera’s most famous barber.
Conductor: Carmine Aufiero
Director: Helena Binder
CAST
Basilio: John Robert Green
Il Conte d’Almaviva: WooYoung Yoon
Rosina: Amy Maude Helfer
Figaro: Dimitrie Lazich
Berta: Tatev Baroyan
Bartolo: Matthew Anchel
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
PRIDE CONCERT
June 17, 2022: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Pride in the Park will feature a diverse program of selections from opera and musical theater sung by stars of City Opera’s Pride Series. Come celebrate Pride in Bryant Park with New York City Opera!
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Kathryn Olander, Music Director and Pianist
CAST
Glenn Seven Allen
Chelsea Bonagura
Peter Kendall Clark
Lauren Hoffmeier
Melanie Long
Jordan Weatherston Pitts
Brian James Myer
Christopher Nazarian
Jessica Tyler Wright
also featuring
LaGuardia High School Show Choir, Directed by Jeanne Cascio
Daria Hrabova Capasso
Oleksandra Hrabova
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
LA TRAVIATA
August 12, 2022: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Soprano Ekaterina Siurina and tenor Charles Castronovo will star along with Michael Chioldi, world-renowned baritone and star of last summer’s Rigoletto (a role he recently stepped into at the MET for a series of critically acclaimed performances), in what is sure to be another triumph at Bryant Park with City Opera Music Director Maestro Constantine Orbelian at the helm.
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Constantine Orbelian, Music Director and Conductor
Carmine Aufiero, Assistant Conductor
Kathryn Olander, Assistant Music Director and Pianist
CAST
Violetta Valéry: Ekaterina Siurina
Alfredo Germont: Charles Castronovo
Giorgio Germont: Michael Chioldi
Flora Bervoix: Melanie Long
Annina: Tatev Baroyan
Barone Douphol: Markos Simopoulos
Dottore Grenvil: Walter Du Melle
Marchese d’Obigny: Christopher Nazarian
Gastone de Letorières: Drew Seigla
Giuseppina: Fiorela Miria
Fabrizio: Dylan DuMelle
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR
September 2, 2022: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
New York City Opera presents a the timeless story of the emotionally fragile Lucy Ashton (Lucia) who is caught in a feud between her own family and that of the Ravenswoods. The setting is the Lammermuir Hills of Scotland (Lammermoor) in the 17th century.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
PRIDE CONCERT
June 18, 2021: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
This performance will feature a diverse program of selections from opera and musical theater sung by a quartet of stars from City Opera’s Pride Series. We will close this performance with a special new arrangement of the finale from Stonewall, by Iain Bell and Mark Campbell, which had its world premiere at New York City Opera in 2019. Come celebrate Pride in Bryant Park with New York City Opera!
Kathryn Olander, Music Director and Pianist
CAST
Jessica Fishenfeld
Lauren Hoffmeier
Melanie Long
Jordan Weatherston Pitts
Brian James Myer
Peter Kendall Clark
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
CARMEN
July 2, 2021: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
The innkeeper Lillas Pastia narrates the tempestuous story of the irresistible seductress Carmen and her hapless lover Don José in this hour-long presentation of highlights from Bizet’s beloved opera. This presentation is a perfect introduction to opera for newcomers of any age.
Kathryn Olander, Music Director and Pianist
CAST
Carmen: Lisa Chavez
Don José: Jason Karn
Escamillo: Joshua Jeremiah
Micaëla: Kristin Sampson
Frasquita: Stacy Dove
Mercédès: Kristee Haney
Lillas Pastia: Bill Van Horn
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
NOW, THAT’S WHAT I CALL OPERA!
August 21, 2021: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Click here to view program.
New York City Opera presents a concert suited for the whole family. Stars of the City Opera stage will treat New Yorkers young and old to a program of operatic favorites including selections from Le Nozze di Figaro, Carmen, Faust, La Bohème, and many more emceed by General Director Michael Capasso in an engaging and educational format.
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Kamal Khan, Music Director and Pianist
CAST
Lisa Chavez
Adam Cioffari
Adam Diegel
Kristin Sampson
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
RIGOLETTO
September 3, 2021: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Giuseppe Verdi’s thrilling perennial favorite tells the tragic story of the Duke of Mantua, his hunchbacked court jester Rigoletto, and Rigoletto’s daughter Gilda. Conducted by Constantine Orbelian, this 90 minute performance will feature some of City Opera’s brightest stars as well as members of the City Opera orchestra.
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Constantine Orbelian, Conductor
CAST
Rigoletto: Michael Chioldi
The Duke of Mantua: Won Whi Choi
Gilda: Brandie Sutton
Maddalena: Lisa Chavez
Sparafucile: Kevin Short
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
LA BOHÈME
May 20, 2019: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Be transported to the Latin Quarter of 19th century Paris without leaving Bryant Park as you bask in the lush melodies of Puccini’s La bohème. Hear the stars of New York City Opera sing some of the most famous melodies in opera, all from the comfort of your very own blanket!
Rodolfo: Michael Boley
Mimi: Kristin Sampson
Marcello: Gustavo Feulien
Musetta: Susanne Burgess
Colline: Isaiah Musik-Ayala
Schaunard: Robert Balonek
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
PRIDE CONCERT
June 12, 2019: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Pride in the Park will feature a diverse program of selections from opera and musical theater sung by stars of City Opera’s Pride Series. Come celebrate Pride in Bryant Park with New York City Opera!
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
CARMEN
August 26, 2019: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The innkeeper Lillas Pastia narrates the tempestuous story of the irresistible seductress Carmen and her hapless lover Don José in this hour-long presentation of highlights from Bizet’s beloved opera. Offered to the New York public free-of-charge, this presentation is a perfect introduction to opera for newcomers of any age.
Carmen: Lisa Chavez
Don José: Jason Karn
Escamillo: Ricardo Rivera
Micaëla: Daria Somers
Frasquita: Stacy Dove
Mercédès: Kristee Haney
Lillas Pastia: Jacob Russo
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
Barber of Seville
September 17, 2018: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Gioachino Rossini’s sparkling music animates the hijinks of Figaro, opera’s most famous barber.
Basilio: Christopher Job
Il Conte d’Almaviva: Spencer Hamlin
Rosina: Lisa Chavez
Figaro: Charles Eaton
Berta: Lianne Gennaco
Bartolo: Stefanos Koroneos
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
La traviata
August 28, 2018: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
We bring one of the most beloved operas of all time to the Bryant Park stage. Grab a blanket (and a tissue) and find the perfect spot to enjoy a one-hour adaptation of Verdi’s classic that inspired Moulin Rouge, with instantly recognizable tunes famously featured in Pretty Woman.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
Pride concert
June 27, 2018: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Featuring cast members from Angels in America and Brokeback Mountain as well as City Opera singers who support our Pride Initiative, this program includes music from West Side Story, La Traviata, Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Rigoletto, La bohème, and a special guest appearance from Stonewall librettist, Pulitzer Prize-winner Mark Campbell.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
MADAMA BUTTERFLY
June 13, 2018: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Giacomo Puccini composed some of his greatest music for this tragic story of an abandoned geisha bride.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
Carmen
May 14, 2018: Bryant Park Upper Terrace
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The innkeeper Lillas Pastia narrates the tempestuous story of the irresistible seductress Carmen and her hapless lover Don José in this hour-long presentation of highlights from Bizet’s beloved opera. Offered to the New York public free-of-charge, this presentation is a perfect introduction to opera for newcomers of any age.
Carmen: Elise Quagliata
Don José: Jason Karn
Escamillo: Gustavo Feulien
Micaëla: Daria Somers
Frasquita: Stacy Dove
Mercédès: Kristee Haney
Lillas Pastia: Jacob Russo
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
La Fanciulla del West
August 22, 2017
For the third performance in the ongoing Bryant Park Presents New York City Opera series, New York City Opera will present a free preview of its upcoming production of Puccini’s La Fanciulla del West. Based on American playwright David Belasco‘s The Girl of the Golden West, the opera, set in a mining camp during the California Gold Rush, has been a favorite of New York audiences since its sensational premiere at the Metropolitan Opera in 1910. A master of atmospheric setting, Puccini seamlessly incorporated American folk music with his own Italianate lyricism and brilliant orchestration to animate the passion and adventure of this evocative drama.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
La Cenerentola
June 13, 2017
La Cenerentola by Gioachino Rossini (excerpts). The timeless, beloved tale of Cinderella all wrapped up with some of Rossini’s finest vocal writing.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
*Artwork by Caitlin Mathes
Picnic with Puccini
September 27, 2016
New York City Opera presents an evening of soaring love duets from the unrivaled master of romance, Giacomo Puccini. Taken from his three most beloved operas La bohème, Madama Butterfly, and Tosca, these passionate masterworks are performed in costume by stars of City Opera’s upcoming season.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
Florencia in Bryant Park
June 17, 2016
Carmen in Bryant Park
July 29, 2016 6:30 PM
The innkeeper Lillas Pastia narrates the tempestuous story of the irresistible seductress Carmen and her hapless lover Don José in this hour-long presentation of highlights from Bizet’s beloved opera. Offered to the New York public free-of-charge, this presentation is a perfect introduction to opera for newcomers of any age.
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018
Pagliacci in Bryant Park
August 18, 2016 12:30 PM
BRYANT PARK
Between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
40th and 42nd Streets
New York, New York 10018