San Diego Opera Presents: The Barber Of Seville
San Diego Civic Theatre
3rd & B St., San Diego, CA 92101
Rossini's hilarious prequel to Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro was considered a must-see long before Bugs Bunny brought its frenetic overture to an even larger audience. Count Almaviva is in love with the beautiful Rosina, but how can he get past her paranoid and greedy guardian, Dr. Bartolo? Enter the charismatic, quick-witted barber Figaro, who will stop at nothing to play matchmaker for his lovesick friend. Filled with side-splitting hijinks, mistaken identities, and some of the most popular opera music ever written, this Barber will have you rolling in the aisles before you leave humming Rossini's infectious tunes.
Why We Like It
- Rossini's The Barber of Seville is a beloved classic of the opera repertoire.
- The story is filled with comedic hijinks and mistaken identities that will keep you entertained.
- The music is infectiously catchy and features some of the most popular opera tunes ever written.
Who Should Attend
Opera lovers, fans of classic comedies, and those looking for a lively and entertaining theatrical experience will all enjoy this production of The Barber of Seville.
