Maria de Buenos Aires
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The sensual rhythms of tango combine with operatic passions in Maria de Buenos Aires. Born in the slums of Buenos Aires, Argentina, “on a day that God was drunk,” in her quest for freedom, Maria turns her back on her former, innocent life. As her world devolves into darkness, the gritty streets claim her as their own. However, Maria’s spirit survives, returning to haunt the city of her birth in death. This gripping, surreal tale is sure to move, shock, and provoke.
Curious about the libretto?
Click here to read the libretto and translation of Horacio Ferrer's surreal poetry.
Click here to check out our production photos!
Maria de Buenos Aires is underwritten, in part, by:
The Carol Franc Buck Foundation
The Flinn Foundation
The Bancroft-Clair Foundation
Ole and Teri Thienhaus
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LOCATION CHANGE!
This event will now be held at the Arizona Opera Center (1636 N Central Avenue)
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Special tickets are available for the final dress rehearsal of every mainstage opera. These nights are reserved specifically for students to get swept away by great music and stories – while enhancing classroom learning with pre-show presentations.
If you are a fan of Maria de Buenos Aires join us at the Tucson Museum of Art for a lecture and lesson on the sensual ballroom dance of tango! You won't want to miss this fun night!
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Maria de Buenos Aires Dress Rehearsal Photos
