The Cunning Little Vixen

Friday, July 18 and Monday, July 21, 7:30 p.m.
Music and Libretto: Leoš Janácek


Gruber
Cokorinos
Pojanowski*
Carico*
Pelto

Long before The Lion King came out of the jungle, The Cunning Little Vixen described Nature’s cycle of life from birth to rebirth, juxtaposing the delightful adventures of a clever young fox and her friends (who sing!) with the all-too-human frailties of the neighboring villagers. Leoš Janácek, creator of nine operas including Jenufa and The Makropoulos Affair, is now recognized not only as one of the greatest Czeck composers, but as one of opera’s most unique voices as well. Filled with the melodies of Janácek’s Moravian homeland, The Cunning Little Vixen is now recognized as a masterpiece throughout the opera world and promises to amuse, fascinate and touch audiences of all ages. Chautauqua Opera is proud to present our first production of a Janácek opera. The Cunning Little Vixen is sure to be one of Chautauqua's operatic highlights.

Cast  
VixenSari Gruber  
ForresterPhilip Cokorinos  
FoxElizabeth Pojanowski*  
HarastaSeth Carico*

Credits  
ConductorAri Pelto  
Conceived/Directed byJay Lesenger  
ChoreographerMaris Battaglia  
Set DesignerRon Kadri  
Lighting DesignerChristopher Ostrom  
Costume DesignerNancy Leary

 

† Chautauqua Opera former Young Artist
* Chautauqua Opera Young Artist