Heartbeat Opera is set to present “MANON!”

The new 100-minute English-language adaptation of Massenet’s 1884 opera, with a new English book and lyrics by Jacob Ashworth and director Rory Pelsue as well as new arrangements by Music Director Dan Schlosberg, is headed to The Space at Irondale from Jan. 27 to Feb. 8, 2026

The cast includes Emma Grimsley as Manon, Matt Dengler as the Chevalier Des Grieux, Glenn Seven Allen as Guillot, Jamari Darling as Lescaut, Justin Lee Miller as the Count Des Grieux, Katie McCreary as Pousette, and Natalie Walker as Javotte. Choreography is by Sara Gettelfinger.

There will be a total of 10 showcases.

The company also revealed that in May 2026 it will feature performances of “Vanessa.”

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