Great Performances at Mason
Virginia Opera: Pagliacci

21 - 22
Music and libretto by Ruggero Leoncavallo
The November 22 performance will be audio described.
Art imitates life?and life can take unexpected turns.
A traveling troupe of comedians arrives in a lively town, ready to bring laughter to the stage. But behind the painted smiles and playful costumes lie secrets, jealousy, and a hidden love affair that threatens to tear the group apart. As the story they perform begins to mirror their own turmoil, the line between stage and reality starts to blur. What begins as an evening of lighthearted entertainment erupts into a suspenseful tale of heartbreak, suspicion, and revenge. Pagliacci is a riveting, fast-moving drama that shows what happens when emotions run too deep for any mask to hide.
This opera contains adult themes and is recommended for ages 13 and older.
Tickets: $115, $75, $45; half-price for youth through Grade 12
Prices include fees. Learn More
The program for this performance will be available the week of the event. View digital program.
A pre-performance discussion begins one hour prior to the performance.
A limited quantity of free student tickets will be available two Tuesdays prior to the event. Learn more.




