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Noah's Flood
Composed by Benjamin Britten, conducted by James Conlon
Brave the storm and change the world
Friday, May 8, 7:30 PM and Saturday, May 9, 3:00 PM
At a Glance
- Experience the inspiring story of Noah and the flood in a fully staged opera at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
- Hundreds of volunteer artists perform alongside professional singers and the LA Opera Orchestra under the baton of Maestro James Conlon
- With immersive sets, stunning animal costumes, and interactive sing-alongs, this show is fun for all ages
About Noah's Flood
Faced with an unprecedented, life-changing flood, Noah is building an ark to keep his family safe—but not everyone's on board with the plan. Can they all come together to weather the storm, or will their ship sink before the voyage even begins? Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable operatic adventure.
Based on a 15th-century play recounting the biblical narrative, Noye's Fludde (Noah's Flood) combines Benjamin Britten's modern harmonies with melodies drawn from congregational hymns to create a one-of-a-kind sonic masterpiece. The opera features primarily youth performers and invites the audience to sing along during certain scenes.
Running time: approximately one hour
Sung in English
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
555 West Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
About the Community Opera
Every spring, we invite aspiring performers of all ages in the Los Angeles community—including singers, dancers, and instrumentalists—to perform along with LA Opera professionals in a fully staged opera at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Downtown Los Angeles.
Find out how it all comes together on this episode of Behind the Curtain, LA Opera's official podcast series.
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