Access Night at the Opera:
MADAME BUTTERFLY

July 29, 2023 | 7:30 pm
Music Hall • Springer auditorium

Cincinnati Opera is proud to present a performance of Madame Butterfly with a focus on accessibility, ensuring that audiences with diverse accessibility needs can have a fantastic night at the opera through the use of assistive technologies.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Large Print Programs

• Braille Programs

• Projected English translations
  The performance will be sung in Italian with projected English translations.

• Audio Description
  The performance will include live descriptions of the stage action for people who are visually impaired. Units are available at Guest Services.

• Wheelchair spaces
  Limited wheelchair spaces are available. When making reservations choose “Wheelchair Space” for each wheelchair and “General Admission” for all companions. Ushers will assist with seating you together.

• Assistive Listening System
  Assistive listening devices designed to enhance the sound of the performances may be obtained at Guest Services at Music Hall. This system uses Listen Technologies’ next generation of personal listening devices, and its integrated neck loop/lanyard improves the listening experience for T-coil users.

• Website Accessibility & Language Tool
  To further enhance inclusivity, we have integrated an accessibility toolbar into our website, empowering everyone to fully engage in our captivating world of opera. Learn more>>

MADAME BUTTERFLY

July 29, 2023 | 7:30 pm
Music Hall • Springer auditorium

Music by Giacomo Puccini
Libretto by Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica

A FINAL FANTASY.

Cincinnati Opera presents Puccini’s heartrending tragedy Madame Butterfly from a bold new point of view. In this groundbreaking new production created by an all-Japanese and Japanese American creative team, Butterfly’s story is transported to a fantastical modern-day realm where reality and dreams intersect.

HOW CAN I PREPARE?

Wondering how you can prepare for this experience? Various resources to help guide you and your family through the experience will be developed and posted in advance of the event.

• Have additional questions regarding accessibiility? Need further assistance? Please contact Tracy Wilson, Director of Community Engagement & Education: twilson@cincinnatiopera.org.

• Have questions regarding tickets or seating? We're happy to assist! Call Cincinnati Opera Box Office at 513-241-2742, Monday-Friday, 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. to speak with a Customer Service Representative. 

Cast & Creative Team

Cio-Cio-San – Karah Son
B.F. Pinkerton – Adam Smith
Suzuki – Nozomi Kato
Sharpless – Nmon Ford
Goro – Julius Ahn
Prince Yamadori – Jacob Zhou
The Bonze – Peixin Chen
Imperial Commissioner – Randell McGee
Kate Pinkerton – Kayleigh Decker

Conductor – Keitaro Harada
Stage Director – Matthew Ozawa
Scenic Designer – Kimie Nishikawa of dots
Costume Designer – Maiko Matsushima
Lighting Designer – Yuki Nakase Link
Wig Master – James Geier
Chorus Master – Henri Venanzi

Featuring the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and the Cincinnati Opera Chorus

A co-production of Cincinnati Opera, Detroit Opera, Pittsburgh Opera, San Diego Opera, and Utah Opera

SET RENDERINGS by dots

COSTUME RENDERINGS by Maiko Matsushima

DISCOVER MORE

Opera Insights
Enhance your Madame Butterfly knowledge with a pre-curtain lecture one hour before each performance in Music Hall's Corbett Tower. Evans Mirageas, The Harry T. Wilks Artistic Director, provides overviews and insights into the opera's history, music, and production. Free to all ticket holders. No reservations required.

Meet the Composer

The creation of this production was made possible in part by the generous donation of Lead Sponsors Sheila and Christopher Cole.

Access Night at the Opera Partner: CABVI (Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired)

“Madame Butterfly” Illustration: © Daria Petrilli - Licensee Chiara Roilo, and Aimee Sposito Martini