Meet Cio-Cio-San — known as Madama Butterfly — a faithful but doomed geisha in love with B.F. Pinkerton. Everyone but Butterfly knows the Navy lieutenant will break her heart and ruin her life.
Opera newcomers will be swept away by the familiar melodies, gorgeous costuming, and colorful sets — and seasoned opera fans will thrill at this beautiful, thoughtful production from Lyric Opera’s own Matthew Ozawa that brings new dimension to an age-old story.
Conducted by Domingo Hindoyan and starring Karah Son, one of the leading interpreters of Butterfly in our time, Puccini’s soaring and often heartbreaking melodies unite with captivating stagecraft for a singular experience.
2hr 55min. Incl. 1 intermission.
March 14th, 2026
April 12th, 2026
Madama Butterfly runs for 2hr 55min. Incl. 1 intermission.
Madama Butterfly is at Chicago's Lyric Opera House - Chicago, which is located at 20 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, 60606.
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