DAR Constitution Hall

Madama Butterfly

Name: Madama Butterfly
Start: 2026-11-07T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-11-20
Location: DAR Constitution Hall

Sat, Nov 7, 2026 – Fri, Nov 20, 2026at 7:00 PM

1776 D Street Northwest, Washington, DC

Price not available

Featuring: Washington National Opera, Karah Son, Matthew White, Michelle Mariposa

Puccini’s tragic opera returns in a new Washington National Opera production staged on the company’s Revolutionary Stage. The story follows Cio-Cio-San through a passionate romance, abandonment, and devastating loss, with an immersive setting inspired by Japan that brings her emotional journey into close focus.

Korean soprano Karah Son makes her Washington National Opera debut as Cio-Cio-San, joined by tenor Matthew White and Cafritz Young Artist alumna Michelle Mariposa. E. Loren Meeker directs, with the Japanese-inspired scenic design and setting created by Walt Spangler.

When: November 7, 13, 15, 18, and 20, 2026

Showtimes: November 7, 13, 18, and 20 at 7 p.m.; November 15 at 2 p.m.

Venue: DAR Constitution Hall

Opera: *Madama Butterfly* by Giacomo Puccini

Cast: Karah Son as Cio-Cio-San, Matthew White, and Michelle Mariposa

Direction: E. Loren Meeker

Design: Walt Spangler

Tickets: Price not available

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