“ It was the hottest ticket of the season, with sold out performances and great acclaim at evening’s end…..And Atlanta Opera gave it the same level of preparation and care it gives its usual fare: mostly well sung; smart and literal stage direction (by Richard Kagey); an orchestra, conducted by Arthur Fagen, that caught the sweep of the music ….”
Pierre Ruhe, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, January 26, 2009
Giacomo Puccini, Madama Butterfly, North Caroline Opera, January 30 and February 1, 2026
From the very start, the music, conducted masterfully by Arthur Fagen, was captivating. Even when the action lagged, the music was able to bring rich depth to these scenes, languishing in emotion. Andrea Luke, February 1, 2026,...