Join the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra for Lakeland Opera’s fully staged opera production of Piertro Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana!
Mascagni’s masterpiece, Cavalleria Rusticana (“rustic chivalry”) takes place on Easter morning as Turiddu sings of his love for Lola. Turiddu was once engaged to Lola and has returned from military service to find that she has married another. Heartbroken, Turiddu seduces Santuzza which inspires jealousy in Lola who begins an adulterous affair with Turiddu. Naturally. Lola’s husband cannot stand for such betrayal, and the Easter celebrations of the villagers are interrupted by arguments, violence, and confusion.
Featuring Principal Opera Conductor, Robert Moody and Lakeland Opera’s first professional 35+ member chorus, this is a Lakeland event like no other!
LOCATION: Branscomb Auditorium, Florida Southern College, 1085 Jonson Ave, Lakeland
LENGTH: One hour, 10 minutes | NO INTERMISSION
SEATING: Reserved seating
