Presented by Bradford Wade, opera lover for 40 years.

Madama Butterfly tells the story of a young Japanese woman who gives her heart to a visiting American sailor, maintains her devotion to him throughout his 3-year absence, and is devastated when he returns with his "real" American wife. Puccini sets this heart-breaking story to some of the most ravishingly beautiful music ever written. Lecturer Bradford Wade will give a guided tour of the opera, with a description of the plot interspersed with musical examples, and discuss some of the opera's literary background. This lecture is given in conjunction with Opera San Jose's production of Madama Butterfly, April 13-28. 

Monday, April 8th 1:30 pm -3:00 pm Arts & Science Room, Lafayette Library and Learning Center

Fee:  Free

Ages: 55 and up

Gender: Coed

Registration Dates: Opens March 4, 2019

Phone: 925-284-5050