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Arizona Opera


MADAMA BUTTERFLY

MUSIC BY Giacomo Puccini
LIBRETTO BY Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa

January 31 and February 1, 2026
Symphony Hall
75 N. 2nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85004

February 7, 2026
The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall
260 S Church Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701

Immerse yourself in Puccini’s timeless masterpiece, Madama Butterfly, a story of hope, longing, and ultimate sacrifice. With some of the most exquisite arias and tender duets ever composed, this deeply moving opera follows the young geisha Cio Cio San as she dreams of a life of love with Pinkerton, an American naval officer. As the tale unfolds, betrayal and heartbreak cast their shadow, leading to an unforgettable climax. Experience an operatic journey of unmatched beauty and emotional depth that has captivated audiences for generations.

Cio-cio San: Karen Chia-ling Ho
Pinkerton: Terrence Chin-Loy
Suzuki: Alice Chung
Sharpless: Alexander Birch Elliott

Conductor: Kelly Kuo
Director: Mo Zhou

Earlier Event: December 14
Carmel Symphony
Later Event: February 28
Reno Chamber Orchestra