Scale the heights of passion (literally) and experience for yourself one of the world’s most enduring love stories. Inspired by Shakespeare and an overwhelming fan favorite since its Paris premiere, Charles Gounod’s Romeo and Juliet delivers a timeless tale of love, loyalty, romance and revenge – as it underscores the power of passion to heal the deepest, darkest divides.
An exciting and extraordinary ensemble cast led by one of the most sought-after performers of his generation: tenor Charles Castronovo as Romeo in his company debut, and Russian soprano Lyubov Petrova, who took the Metropolitan Opera by storm in her 2001 debut, makes a welcome return to the Dallas Opera in the role of the irresistible Juliet. Sweeping romanticism, tender duets and riveting action – from beginning to untimely end!
