PROGRAM
Courtney Lewis Conductor
Gregory Keller Stage Director
Sara Gartland Floria Tosca
Robert Stahley Mario Cavaradossi
Kyle Albertson Baron Scarpia
Giacomo Puccini Tosca
A thrilling pace, a deadly love triangle and determination in the face of evil: the perfect recipe for one of the most celebrated operas in history. Acclaimed Metropolitan Opera Stage Director Gregory Keller, Music Director Courtney Lewis and world-class vocalists transform Jacoby Symphony Hall for this powerful production of Tosca. Immerse yourself in Giacomo Puccini’s dramatic arias and soaring orchestral passages as they unfold in a visual and auditory masterpiece. Extraordinary musicianship and captivating 30-foot-tall projections elevate the emotions and grandeur of Puccini's masterpiece to new heights.
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FEATURED ARTISTS
Courtney Lewis Music Director, Haskell Endowed Chair
Anchored in the belief that music holds the power to transform lives, Courtney Lewis has established himself as one of his generation’s most dynamic conductors. Currently in his eleventh season as Music Director of the Jacksonville Symphony, Lewis has designed an ambitious mission to enrich the surrounding community with innovative symphonic programming, creating the highest quality of art possible, accessible to all...continue reading
Photo by Liz Linder
Gregory Keller Stage Director
Gregory Keller is happy to return to the Jacksonville Symphony where he previously directed La Bohème. Other original opera productions include: Elizabeth Cree for the University of Michigan’s School of Music, Theatre and Dance. Gianni Schicchi and Madama Butterfly at Hawai`i Opera Theatre. Cosí fan tutte for Houston Grand Opera’s Studio Program. Il Turco in Italia and L’Incoronazione di Poppea for Wolf Trap Opera. The Marriage of Figaro, Madama Butterfly, L’Heure Espagnole and The Old Maid and the Thief for Berkshire Opera...continue reading
Sara Gartland Floria Tosca
A native of St. Paul Minnesota, soprano Sara Gartland earned rave reviews for her performance of Rusalka in Dvorak’s Rusalka with the Des Moines Metro Opera. James Sohre from Opera Today exclaimed: “Sara Gartland was utter perfection in the title role, a performance on full throttle from first to last as she descended inexorably from infectious, hopeful girlish impetuosity to end up pathetically defeated nonentity. Her singing was nothing less than radiant throughout... continue reading
Robert Stahley Mario Cavaradossi
Rising tenor Robert Stahley, described as “A prodigiously talented performer” (ReviewSTL), continues to thrill audiences with “his impassioned, soaring tenor” (Broadway World) and by breathing life to roles on stage, where “he tirelessly exudes gravitas and individuality” (Parterre). In the 2024/25 season he made his Metropolitan Opera debut as First Armored Man in Julie Taymor’s celebrated production of The Magic Flute and covered roles in Aida, Salome, and Die Frau ohne Schatten with the company... continue reading
Kyle Albertson Baron Scarpia
Renowned not only for his luxurious voice, confidence, and style, but also for his versatility and ability to bring a character to life on stage, bass-baritone Kyle Albertson is taking the business by storm. This season, Mr. Albertson’s engagements include Lt. Horstmayer in Kevin Puts’ Silent Night for Florida Grand Opera and a role début as Jack Rance in La fanciulla del West in a return to Nashville Opera. He will also sing Beethoven’s 9th Symphony for the Alabama Symphony... continue reading