Our first-ever co-commission with Opéra de Montréal, La Reine-garçon tells the incredible story of Queen Christine of Sweden, who was raised as a boy by her father and came of age during a period of intense social, religious, and political change. 

This exciting new chapter in Canadian operatic storytelling opens at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts next winter. Read on for 5 Things To Know about La Reine-garçon before joining us there!

Opening Friday, June 14 at the Canadian Opera Company Theatre, Aportia Chryptych: A Black Opera for Portia White is a bold, new Black opera that sets out to reclaim the story of Portia White,  the first Black Canadian concert performer to achieve international fame in the mid-20th century. 

In this article, hear from the show's Director and Librettist, HAUI, as he explores the show's creation ahead of opening night!

One of opera’s greatest tales of unrequited love, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly recounts the devotion of a young Japanese woman to a departed American naval officer, whose eventual return brings with it heartbreaking tragedy. Puccini’s opulent score remains unrivalled for its beauty and dramatic impact, making Butterfly one of the world’s most beloved and frequently performed operas to this day.

Read on for 5 Things To Know about Madama Butterfly before joining us at the opera house!