The Many Deaths of Laila Starr
Reincarnated. Resolute. Revolutionary.
OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 8
When the goddess of Death is cast down to Earth to live as a mortal named Laila Starr, the boundaries between the divine and the human begin to blur in this vivid, transporting world premiere adapted from the acclaimed graphic novel by Ram V and Filipe Andrade. Infused with elements of Konnakol, Raga, and EDM, this fantasy on purpose and impermanence unfolds with both kinetic energy and striking clarity, as a god made mortal begins to see the world—and life itself—through fresh eyes.
2026-2027 Season
Discover something new. Minnesota Opera’s 2026-2027 season invites audiences to share in moments of revelation, desire, and transformation. Immersive drama, quiet introspection, and sparkling comedy—drawn from three centuries of music and storytelling—coalesce in a testament to the power of this art form to illuminate what it means to be human.
My Name is Florence
ENCORE CONCERT JANUARY 8 & 9, 2027
My Name is Florence returns for two special encore concert performances featuring the full original cast, MN Opera Orchestra, and MN Opera Chorus in the Ordway Concert Hall.
MNOP+
A series of performances that bring audiences and artists closer together through personal, artist-curated concert experiences in the intimacy of the Luminary Arts Center.
Featuring Abi Levis & Peter Walsh in recital, a celebration of Dominick Argento and contemporaries with the MN Opera Chorus led by Celeste Marie Johnson, songs of Gustauvino & Grever with Octavio Moreno & Mario Antonio Marra, and a night of jazz with Alicia Gianni, Kelley Kimball, & Joseph Li.
What's Coming Up
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31
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03
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JAN
08
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16
MNOP+ Argento in Song: Miss Manners On Music & Casa Guidi
Luminary Arts Center · Minneapolis
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11
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27
APR
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RESIDENT
ARTIST PROGRAM
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NEW WORKS INITIATIVE
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LUMINARY
ARTS CENTER
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