Struggling to decide which of this season’s operas are for you? Hesitate no longer—because we’ve compiled a quick and easy list of recommendations based on a range of theatrical, literary, and cinematic inspirations!

Read on to discover the operas you’re likely to love this year, then be sure to book your tickets when they go on sale Monday, August 28!

Luigi Cherubini’s Medea is revered as one of the most difficult works in the operatic canon: a rarely performed masterpiece of unparalleled emotional and musical intensity. This season’s new production from acclaimed director Sir David McVicar, starring international sensation Sondra Radvanovsky in the title role, brings the story of the vengeful sorceress Medea to fresh life in what promises to be a landmark event.

Read on for 10 Things To Know about Medea.

Donizetti’s dazzling comedy Don Pasquale makes its first appearance at the COC in 30 years this season, in a company debut for French-Canadian creative team Renaud Doucet and André Barbe! Set in 1960s Rome, this production promises eye-popping artistic design to complement the musical fireworks of Donizetti’s score.

Read on for 10 Things To Know about Don Pasquale and its composer, before joining us at the opera house!