Donizetti's The Elixir of Love

OVERVIEW

Looking for a dose of love, laughter, and a little bit of magic? Watch as Nemorino, a lovesick soldier, tries to win the heart of the beautiful Adina—who gently rejects his advances. Seeking some help from the smooth-talking Dr. Dulcamara and his so-called “love potion,” Nemorino stirs up a whole lot of jealousy, mischief, and maybe even a bit of real romance! This bubbly comedy, bursting with effervescent charm (and a splash of citrus inspiration), is the perfect recipe for a fun night out.

Runtime: approximately 2.5 hours
Language: Sung in Italian with English supertitles (captions projected above the stage).
Content Advisory: Suitable for ages 5+. Romantic themes and drunken antics (for comedic purposes).

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ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

Adina’s Love Advice Booth 
Fate, flirtation, and fabulous nonsense—served between arias.

Step into the world of Utah Opera and make a pit stop at Adina’s Love Advice Booth, where romance meets ridiculousness. Channeling the wit and whimsy of Adina herself, this pop-up experience invites you to seek guidance on matters of the heart—or at least a good laugh.

What awaits you:

• A tarot card reading for love (destiny may be dramatic)
• Or ask Adina for advice—on crushes, confidence, or whatever’s on your mind
• Expect equal chances of brilliant insight and spectacularly terrible counsel

No matter what the cards say (or Adina decides), you’ll leave entertained, charmed, and maybe a little wiser—or at least more amused. Come for the opera, stay for the romance… and the chaos.

ARTISTS

Steven White
conductor

Daniel Ellis
stage director

Austin McWilliams
chorus director & assistant conductor

Katrina Galka
Adina

Daniel O’Hearn
Nemorino

Alexander Birch Elliott
Sergeant Belcore

Daniel Belcher
Dulcamara

Gemma Isaacson
Dulcamara’s assistant

Stephanie Chee
Giannetta

Cheri Prough DeVol
lighting designer

Emma Gustafson
wig & makeup designer

Utah Opera Chorus

Utah Symphony

Scenery & Properties Design by Jaime Mejia
Costume Design by Angela M. Kahler
Lighting Design by Cheri Prough DeVol
Scenery, Properties, & Costumes for this production were constructed by Minnesota Opera and are owned by Minnesota Opera.