Festival Opera will continue its 35th anniversary season with Gaetano Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love.”

The opera will be presented in two outdoor public performances on July 23, at the Orinda Community Park and July 26 at Walnut Creek’s Civic Park.

In a statement Zachary Gordin said, “Our annual Opera in the Parks performances have become one of Festival Opera’s most cherished traditions and an important part of our ongoing commitment to community engagement. ‘The Elixir of Love’ is a delightful introduction to opera, filled with humor, romance, and unforgettable music. These free outdoor performances provide a wonderful entrée for people of all ages to experience the joy of live opera in a welcoming setting, whether they are longtime opera lovers or discovering the art form for the very first time.”

The performances will feature soprano Marielle Leiboff, tenor Spencer Greene, baritone Liam Daley, baritone Igor Vieira, and soprano Rachel Nelson. Zachary Gordin will direct and narrate the production, with musical accompaniment by pianist Chun Mei Wilson.

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