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Classical: ‘Magic Flute’ Boasted Strong Cast
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‘Magic Flute’ Boasted Strong Cast

But Florentine’s staging sometimes seemed at odds with its singers.

Classical: The Magic of Mozart
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The Magic of Mozart

Florentine revives Mozart’s most beloved opera.

Florentine Opera to perform a family-friendly production of Mozart’s <em>The Magic Flute</em>
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Florentine Opera to perform a family-friendly production of Mozart’s The Magic Flute

Originally written in German, this Florentine production will be performed in English to be accessible to audiences of all ages.

The Florentine Opera announces its 85th Anniversary Season
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The Florentine Opera announces its 85th Anniversary Season

The Florentine will begin its season on October 12 & 14, 2018 with the production and live recording of Carlisle Floyd’s Prince of Players

Classical: The Not Always ‘Merry Widow’
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The Not Always ‘Merry Widow’

Florentine production has low and high points, as third act delivers the fun.

Classical: Paris When It Sizzles
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Paris When It Sizzles

Florentine’s ‘The Merry Widow’ is filled with romantic intrigues and lovely melodies.

Classical: Florentine a National Leader in Recordings
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Florentine a National Leader in Recordings

Milwaukee company has produced acclaimed soundtracks of four contemporary operas.

Opera and Ballet unite on one stage with the brightest stars in THE MERRY WIDOW
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Opera and Ballet unite on one stage with the brightest stars in THE MERRY WIDOW

October 20 (7:30 PM) & 22 (2:30PM), 2017 | Uihlein Hall, Marcus Center for the Performing Arts

Classical: A Most Happy “Barber of Seville”
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A Most Happy “Barber of Seville”

Musically great, but the staging missed the mark.

Wisconsin Governor declares Maestro Joseph Rescigno Day across the state
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Wisconsin Governor declares Maestro Joseph Rescigno Day across the state

This spring, Joseph Rescigno is celebrating his 35th anniversary with the Florentine Opera.

Classical: Florentine Goes Big Next Season
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Florentine Goes Big Next Season

Expanding to four productions with a very unusual mix of shows.

Classical: Strong Cast Powers ‘Don Giovanni’
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Strong Cast Powers ‘Don Giovanni’

Great singers and deftly added modern touches stand out in Florentine production.

Rossini’s <em>The Barber of Seville</em> Returns to Milwaukee with a World Class Cast from Across the Globe
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Rossini’s The Barber of Seville Returns to Milwaukee with a World Class Cast from Across the Globe

May 5 and 7, 2017 at the Uihlein Hall in the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts

The Florentine Opera Celebrates The Artistic Milestones of its 82nd Season
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The Florentine Opera Celebrates The Artistic Milestones of its 82nd Season

The Florentine celebrated the triumphs of the 2015-2016 Season – a great classic and new works, the first year of Adam Wiensch, Esq.’s board presidential term, and the honoring of Community Partners including Colectivo Coffee Roasters.

Classical: How Do I Leave This Family?
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How Do I Leave This Family?

Florentine Opera offers new opera, ‘Three Decembers,’ all about a troubled American family.