Tchaikovsky’s lush melodies create the intense drama of one of Pushkin’s greatest stories and Alessandro Talevi’s new production centers on the opera’s nostalgic theme of what was, what was not and what could have been.

Lucas Meachem is stepping in to sing the title role at the premiere American summer opera festival, Santa Fe Opera in lieu of baritone Etienne Dupuis due to visa issues. Lucas has previously sung this role with Komische Oper Berlin, San Francisco Opera, and Opéra national de Montpellier. For 6 performances, Lucas will be joined by Sarah Jakubiak, Dovlet Nurgelidev, and Avery Amereau. 

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