Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera beneath the night sky at Cape Town Opera's Puccini in the Park, taking place at Maynardville on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at 18:00.

This special performance commemorates the 100th anniversary of Puccini's passing and promises to enthrall spectators with the extraordinary talent and fervor of Cape Town Opera, Africa's sole established opera company celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2024.

Puccini's music is renowned for its emotional depth and dramatic intensity, making opera a genre where vocal excellence takes center stage. Audiences will be carried away by selections from La bohème, Madama Butterfly, Tosca, Gianni Schicchi, Turandot, and more.

Magdalene Minnaar, the Artistic Director of Cape Town Opera, expresses excitement about performing in the enchanting outdoor setting of Maynardville and anticipates kicking off their Jubilee year with this captivating open-air concert. The official launch of the Cape Town Opera Children’s Chorus is a source of particular pride on this occasion.

A highly anticipated event on Cape Town's cultural calendar, the Maynardville Open Air Theatre Festival season has become a summer staple, expanding its repertoire in recent years to include a mix of traditional Shakespeare plays and classical concerts spanning various genres.

Ensure you secure your seats promptly for an unforgettable evening featuring nuanced interpretations and heartfelt performances by the talented Cape Town Opera House Soloists Nobulumko Mngxekeza, Lukhanyo Moyake, and Conroy Scott. They will be accompanied by Musical Director and host José Dias, the Cape Town Opera Chorus directed by Marvin Kernelle, and the newly established Cape Town Opera Children's Chorus under the direction of Antoinette Huyssen.

Experience the grandeur and passion of opera like never before. Reserve your tickets now and be transported to a world of operatic splendor, with a running time of 90 minutes.