Lugo as Fafner, Eric McConnell as Donner, Joshua Blue as Loge, and Whitney Robinson as Erda. The orchestra for this production was provided by Virginia Symphony Orchestra.Ĭast features Catherine Goode, Lauren Cook, and Whitney Robinson as Rhinemaidens, Aubrey Allicock as Alberich, Daryl Freedman as Fricka, Kyle Albertson as Wotan, Sarah Tucker as Freia, Hidenori Inoue as Fasolt, Ricardo L. The imaginative haute couture golf wear costumes were designed by Sara Jean Tosetti. Conducted by Adam Turner and directed by Mary Birnbaum, this 110-minute adaptation was created by Johnathan Dove and Graham Vick and performed exclusively at Topgolf.
This newly conceived production of the first installment of Richard Wagner’s Ring Cycle, Das Rheingold, included all the magic and power of Wagner’s epic vision. Innovative production in an unexpected venue. We can’t wait to do it again when we arrive in Richmond next Sunday.” “The singers, the orchestra, and everyone involved made this performance an unbelievably rewarding return to live performance. Topgolf presented a unique opportunity that our creative team and artists embraced and conquered,” said Adam Turner, Artistic Director of Virginia Opera. “Charting new territory can come with unexpected challenges. We are thrilled to be back doing what we do – and kudos to the team for making it an unforgettable night at the opera.” Joshua Blue as Loge and Kyle Albertson as Wotan in Virginia Opera’s Das Rheingold at Topgolf Virginia Beach, Virginia “Our two performances in Virginia Beach Sunday were a hit. Driving by Topgolf on the highway it struck us – the expansive field to perform and the amphitheater vibe of the facility gave us everything we wanted – and it was outdoors.” said Dye. “Back in our early planning stages for this production, we knew it was important to ensure the safety of our audience and artists. “Why not Topgolf?,” said Peggy Kriha Dye, General Director and CEO of Virginia Opera. Virginia Beach, VA (September 15, 2021)- Gods, dwarves, giants, and golf were unlikely companions this past Sunday when the Virginia Opera opened its season in Virginia Beach, Virginia with an innovative production of Das Rheingold in a delightfully surprising venue, Topgolf.
Family Drama Runs High with Virginia Opera’s Three DecembersįOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Virginia Opera Tees-Off Season at Topgolf Bold Production of Wagner’s Epic Das Rheingold Repurposes Popular Family Entertainment Venue into Opera House The Marriage of Figaro will be sung in Italian with English surtitles and will feature the Richmond Symphony. Everything about this production epitomizes ‘Grand Opera’ and we know our audiences are ready for the complete experience – including a beverage at intermission.” We are thrilled to conclude our season bringing a classic to life with The Marriage of Figaro. Kicking off with Das Rheingold at Topgolf, followed by a tailored version of La Bohème, and most recently the contemporary and powerful family story of Three Decembers allowed us to return to producing opera for our audiences. “Our company showed a great deal of flexibility and innovation this season. “Grand opera is back!” exclaims Peggy Kriha Dye, General Director and CEO of Virginia Opera. Performances are planned at the Harrison Opera House in Norfolk, the Carpenter Theatre at the Dominion Energy Center in Richmond, and the Center for the Arts at George Mason University in Fairfax.
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This traditional production of one of opera’s most loved and performed works includes a full orchestra and chorus in addition to a classic set and period costumes. Michele and Dan are each other’s biggest supporters in life and they both told me that their caring nature and encouragement are their favorite characteristics about one another.Providing an exclamation point to the return to its three mainstage venues across the Commonwealth, Virginia Opera presents Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro. Their day was created perfectly for Michele and Dan where they wanted great and simple food for everyone and spending quality time with friends and family who traveled both near and far to be there. We started the day off by getting Michele into her wedding dress with the best and loving reaction from her Mom! Michele was full of smiles and laughter all day. Their Museum of Contemporary art wedding was the perfect venue to dance under the trees without being in the heat! The Bro’s Fish Tacos food truck parked just outside for guests to enjoy. Michele and Dan’s Museum of Contemporary Art wedding was a beautiful day including a rainbow over the venue after two large thunderstorms passed through! Dan is stationed in Florida but they traveled back to Virginia Beach to be close to their friends and family for their wedding day.
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