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Opera enthusiasts will never forget the amorous boy, Chérubino, from “The Marriage of Figaro.” Thanks to the University of Houston’s Edythe Bates Old Moores Opera Center, audiences can see what became of the lusty lad in the Houston premiere of Jules Massenet’s “Chérubin.” The opera debuts at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 31, in Moores Opera House. It is open to the public. The high energy production follows the lovable title character as he seduces a countess, a dancer, a baroness and a peasant. The comic misadventures of this eternal romantic will keep audiences guessing as to who will end up with his heart. “Everyone identifies with him,” said Buck Ross, director of the Moores Opera Center. “He is astonishingly charming as he doesn't censor his feelings and approaches the world with wide-eyed delight and wonder.” In keeping with the tradition of this production, Chérubin will be played by a mezzo-soprano. The libretto will be sung in its original French with English surtitles. Massenet debuted “Chérubin” on Valentine’s Day 1905 in Monte Carlo. Since then, it has remained a favorite on the opera circuit, but has rarely been performed in the United States. “We’re pleased to bring this opera to Houston for the first time,” Ross said. “‘Chérubin’ is a very audience friendly work with fantastic singing, spectacular dancing, exciting duels and a romantic balcony scene. It’s a perfect fit for anyone who appreciates opera, as well as for our talented vocalists.” For ticket or performance information, visit http://www.music.uh.edu/mooresopera/.
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