ARIZONA OPERA · 2025/26 SEASON · MAIN STAGE SERIES
La Cenerentola
(Cinderella)
Music by Gioachino Rossini · Libretto by Jacopo Ferretti
https://azopera.org/performances/la-cenerentola
Experience the magic of Rossini's La Cenerentola (Cinderella) — an exciting semi-staged production featuring renowned guest performers, new and returning Marion Roose Pullin Studio Artists, and the Arizona Opera Orchestra and Chorus performing on stage in a fast-paced evening of up-close, comic virtuosity.
Perfect for families with children ages 12 and older, this vibrant retelling of the beloved Cinderella fairytale promises laughter, romance, and sparkling arias that will enchant long after the clock strikes midnight.
Performance Dates
TUCSON · The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall Saturday, April 25, 2026 2:00 PM 260 S. Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701 ★ Tucson Performance ★ |
Also playing in Phoenix:
PHOENIX · Symphony Hall Saturday, April 18, 2026 7:30 PM 75 N. 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 |
PHOENIX · Symphony Hall Sunday, April 19, 2026 2:00 PM 75 N. 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 |
Production Details
Composer | Gioachino Rossini (1792–1868) |
Libretto | Jacopo Ferretti, based on the fairy tale Cendrillon by Charles Perrault |
Format | Semi-staged — with costumes and ballroom staging; Arizona Opera Orchestra and Chorus performing on stage |
Language | Performed in Italian with English and Spanish supertitles |
Running Time | TBA |
Recommended For | Families with children ages 12+; opera newcomers and longtime enthusiasts alike |
Series | Arizona Opera Main Stage Series · Marlu Allan and Scott Stallard Family Series |
Support | Made possible in part through generous support from Dr. Judith G. Wolf–SPARK Founder |
Hashtag | #azocenerentola |
Synopsis
Angelina — kind, overlooked, and dreaming of something more — toils in the household of her vain stepfather Don Magnifico, who lavishes every advantage on his scheming daughters while denying her the same. When Prince Ramiro arrives in disguise searching for a bride of true virtue, he and Angelina are instantly drawn to one another.
With the help of Alidoro, the prince's wise philosopher-valet, and a sparkling twist involving a pair of enchanted bracelets in place of a glass slipper, Angelina must navigate royal intrigue, mistaken identities, and her stepfather's relentless schemes. In Rossini's telling, it is her inner goodness and grace — not magic — that ultimately wins the day.
Rossini's comic masterpiece sparkles with wit, dazzling vocal fireworks, and a deeply human heart. This is the Cinderella story retold with all the warmth and irresistible effervescence only opera can deliver.
Cast & Creatives
This production showcases renowned guest performers alongside new and returning Marion Roose Pullin Studio Artists, with the Arizona Opera Orchestra and Chorus performing on stage. Full cast and creatives will be announced by Arizona Opera — check azopera.org/performances/la-cenerentola for the latest information.
The Marion Roose Pullin Opera Studio is Arizona Opera's prestigious young artist program, developing the next generation of operatic performers through mainstage roles, professional coaching, language and dramatic training, and community engagement. Current 2025/26 Studio Artists include Francesca Herrera (soprano), Sedona Libero (mezzo-soprano), Sam Krausz (tenor), Yichen Xue (baritone), Wanchun Liang (bass-baritone), and Wan-Ting Yu (pianist/coach).
About the Composer
Gioachino Rossini (1792–1868) was one of the most celebrated composers in operatic history. Known as "The Italian Mozart" for his gift for lyrical, irresistible melody, Rossini composed 39 operas before his famous retirement at age 37. His best-loved works include The Barber of Seville and La Cenerentola — both masterpieces of opera buffa, the Italian tradition of comic opera. His scores are celebrated for their wit, theatrical energy, and the brilliant vocal technique they demand from singers: rapid-fire passages, soaring coloratura, and an effervescent comic timing that has delighted audiences for two centuries.
Related Events
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 10:30 AM (Phoenix) Coffee at Kerr — Preview Lecture & Musical Performance A lively preview of La Cenerentola featuring lecture and live musical performance. Presented in partnership with ASU Kerr. Discover the opera's rich characters, dazzling score, and the magic behind its production. Free to attend — register at asukerr.com. |
Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 5:00 PM (Phoenix) Arizona Opera Book Club & Backstage Tour Dive into the literary works, historical figures, and ideas that inspired the opera. Each selection offers new insight into the drama you'll see on stage, followed by a backstage tour. |
Friday, April 24, 2026 · 5:00 PM (Tucson) Arizona Opera Book Club & Backstage Tour — Tucson The Tucson edition of the Book Club & Backstage Tour, offered the evening before the Tucson performance. Dive into the literary and historical context of La Cenerentola, then go backstage for an exclusive look at the production. |
Tickets
Season Tickets | Season packages available now — save up to 20% vs. single ticket prices, plus complimentary exchanges and other benefits. |
Single Tickets | On sale now. Ticket prices rise with demand in each seating section. Additional handling fees apply at checkout. |
Box Office | 602.266.7464 (Phoenix) · 520.293.4336 (Tucson) · boxoffice@azopera.org |
Ticket Policy | All sales final. No refunds. |
Season Tickets: tickets.azopera.org/packages
Single Tickets: tickets.azopera.org/events?k=singles
Tucson (Apr 25): tickets.azopera.org/la-cenerentola-tucson/april-25
About Arizona Opera
Founded in 1971, Arizona Opera is the cornerstone of the opera and arts community in Arizona, serving both Phoenix and Tucson with a mission to connect and inspire its communities through artistically vibrant programs and productions that combine music, storytelling, and the human voice. Under the leadership of General Director Brian DeMaris, Arizona Opera's 2025/26 Season marks the company's return to a traditional fall-to-spring schedule, with mainstage productions in both cities and a renewed commitment to artist development and community engagement.
BOLD · BRAVE · BRILLIANT
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Announcement prepared March 14, 2026
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