Concert features talented opera students from Chapman University,
colorful costumes and props, and a Musical Carnival
Rossini’s sparkling and humorous operatic retelling of the timeless rags-to-riches tale “Cinderella” is brought to life by Pacific Symphony as part of Family Musical Mornings, presented by Farmers and Merchants Bank. “Cinderella: Opera for Kids!” is an enchanting romantic comedy filled with toe-tapping tunes, colorful characters and splendid orchestration. As part of the Symphony’s opera-vocal initiative—which includes Bizet’s “Carmen” in February as part of the Classical series—this 45-minute adaptation of Rossini’s “La Cenerentola” is designed to introduce children to the world of opera and the beautiful and powerful instrument of the voice.
Led by Assistant Conductor Alejandro Gutiérrez, the orchestra and singers tell the tale of Cinderella, a kindhearted girl living in her stepmother’s castle who longs to escape the cruelty of her vain stepsisters. When the prince announces that he will choose his bride at a glamorous ball, Cinderella seizes the opportunity to take control of her destiny. Complete with all of the enchanting elements that are familiar to children and families, Cinderella, with the help of her mice friends, rides to the ball in a magical carriage and leaves her glass slipper for the prince to find.
“Cinderella: Opera for Kids!” takes place Saturday, Jan. 31 at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Tickets are $20-45 and include a Musical Carnival before or after the show (more below). For more information or to purchase tickets call (714) 755-5799 or visitwww.PacificSymphony.org.
