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Arizona Opera is unveiling its 2025/26 Main Stage Season, in addition to the presentation of internationally celebrated mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton in Recital in 2026. Arizona Opera’s Main Stage Season and Barton’s recital will be performed in both the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas, continuing with the company’s proud tradition of performing in both cities.

The 2025/26 Season will mark Arizona Opera’s return to a traditional “fall-to-spring” programming schedule and will open with the eagerly anticipated company premiere of Héctor Armienta’s Zorro. Inspired by the legendary masked vigilante who ignites a revolution and becomes a hero of the people, Zorro is being presented as part of the Arizona Opera McDougall RED Series.

Next will be the greatly anticipated return of Madama Butterfly, Giacomo Puccini’s timeless masterpiece of love, longing and loss. With its exquisite arias and tender duets, Madama Butterfly is a heartfelt journey of unparalleled beauty and human emotion that has captivated audiences the world over for more than a century.

The final production in Arizona Opera’s 2025/26 Main Stage Season will be Rossini’s delightful opera, Cinderella (La Cenerentola), part of the Marlu Allan and Scott Stallard Family Series. This semi-staged presentation of the beloved fairytale promises laughter, romance, and soaring arias that will delight all who attend - both those who are young AND those who are young-at-heart.

 

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Zorro

Music and Libretto by Héctor Armienta
 

PHOENIX | SYMPHONY HALL
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 at 2 PM

TUCSON | THE LINDA RONSTADT MUSIC HALL
Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 at 2 PM

Embark on an epic adventure with the legendary masked vigilante, Zorro. In this new opera by Héctor Armienta, you’ll follow the return of Diego de la Vega to his native pueblo in Los Angeles, where he encounters old flames, tyrannical rulers, and the plight of the oppressed. Performed in both Spanish and English, Zorro leads a thrilling rebellion against the Spanish empire, igniting a revolution and becoming the hero of the people.

Zorro is part of the McDougall Arizona Opera RED Series. The appearance of Anthony Barrese is made possible, in part, by Dean Yannias. The scenery, props, and costumes for this presentation of Hector Armienta’s Zorro were created through a coproduction between Opera San Jose, Kentucky Opera, and Arizona Opera.

 

 

 

 

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Madama Butterfly

Music by Giacomo Puccini, Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa
 

PHOENIX | SYMPHONY HALL
Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, Feb 1, 2026 at 2 PM

TUCSON | THE LINDA RONSTADT MUSIC HALL
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 at 2 PM

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.

Part of the Arizona Opera Main Stage Series.

 

 

 

 

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Cinderella
(La Cenerentola)

Music by Gioachino Rossini, Libretto by Jacopo Ferretti

 

PHOENIX | SYMPHONY HALL
Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2 PM

TUCSON | THE LINDA RONSTADT MUSIC HALL
Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2 PM

Step into the magic of Rossini’s Cinderella in this delightful semi-staged production brimming with humor, charm, and enchanting melodies. Angelina—mistreated by her stepfather Don Magnifico and his scheming daughters—dares to dream of a brighter future. With help from Prince Ramiro’s clever valet and a sparkling twist involving a pair of bracelets, Angelina must navigate royal intrigue to capture the prince’s heart. Perfect for audiences of all ages, this vibrant retelling of the beloved fairytale promises laughter, romance, and soaring arias the whole family will adore.

Part of the Arizona Opera Main Stage Series and the Marlu Allan and Scott Stallard Family Series.

 

 

 

 

 

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Jamie Barton in Recital

 

PHOENIX | KATZIN CONCERT HALL - ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM

TUCSON | HOLSCLAW HALL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7 PM

We are honored to present Jamie Barton, celebrated mezzo-soprano and “opera’s nose-studded rock star” (New York Times), as part of our 2025/26 Season. Critically acclaimed by virtually every major outlet covering classical music, Barton was named 2020 Personality of the Year at the BBC Music Magazine Awards and received the Opera Magazine Readers’ Award at the 2021 International Opera Awards. Her album Unexpected Shadows earned a 2022 Grammy^® nomination for Best Classical Solo Vocal Album.

These recitals are presented as part of Arizona Opera’s long-standing partnership with the Tucson Desert Song Festival (TDSF), which has made it possible to bring some of today’s most sought-after artists to perform in Arizona Opera’s birth city, in addition to offering master classes for The University of Arizona School of Music.

Part of the Tucson Desert Song Festival.

 

 

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HOW TO RENEW FOR CURRENT SUBSCRIBERS:

• Renew online by clicking here

• Schedule a call with our Box Office Manager, Morgan Pruitt

• By Mail - Renewal Packets will be mailed out to current subscribers soon

• Call the Box Office at 602.266.7464 (Phoenix) or 520.293.4336 (Tucson)

 

 

FOR NEW SUBSCRIBERS:

 

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Season tickets for the 2025/26 Season in-theatre productions are now available for renewal for current subscribers, with sales opening for new subscribers on April 12, 2025. Those 2024/25 Season subscribers who have already purchased tickets to Zorro will be able to simply add Madama Butterfly and Cinderella to complete their 2025/26 Subscription.

Becoming a Season Ticket Holder offers patrons the chance to secure their seats ahead of the general public at a price of up to 20% below single ticket prices, in addition to complimentary ticket exchanges and other benefits. Single tickets, including those for Jamie Barton in Recital, are scheduled to go on sale August 1, 2025. More information may be found on Arizona Opera’s website (azopera.org) or by contacting the Box Office at 602.266.7464 (Phoenix), 520.293.4336 (Tucson), or at boxoffice@azopera.org.