Massenet’s Thaïs

OVERVIEW

Long ago in 4th century Egypt, the monk Athanaël resolves to convert the seductive Thaïs to a life of piety. After first mocking his conversion attempt, she meditates and determines to follow him, rejecting the luxurious trappings of her former life. As Thaïs enters the convent and her new life, Athanaël recognizes that he loves her desperately—but it may be too late for them.

With an opulent set, shimmering costumes, and artists from Repertory Dance Theatre joining on stage, this lavish production is a feast for the senses.

Rating: PG-13 for depictions of slavery and mild sexual content.

Run Time: Approximately 3 hours.

Sung in French with English supertitles.

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ARTISTS

Steven White
conductor

Andrea Cigni
director

Sharon Bjorndal Lavery
chorus director

Nicole Heaston
Thaïs

Troy Cook
Athanaël

Dominick Valdés-Chenes
Nicias

Seth Keeton
Palémon

Jasmine Rodriguez
Crobyle

Sarah Scofield
Myrtale

Katrina Galka
La Charmeuse

Aubrey Adams-McMillan
Albine

Tshilidzi Ndou
Servant

Repertory Dance Theatre
dancers

Lorenzo Cutùli
set & costume designer

Heidi Spesard Noble
choreographer

Marcus Dilliard
llighting designer

Kate Casalino
wig & makeup designer