Xiaotian Hu, a graduate student in music, performs as the Dew Fairy while members of the UNL Symphony Orchestra play inside the pit in Kimball Recital Hall. The students were practicing for UNL Opera's presentation of Engelbert Humperdinck’s “Hansel and Gretel,” Nov. 14-16.
The classic Grimm fairy tale comes to life in Humperdinck’s lush, 19th-century romantic score. Full-orchestra performances will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 and 2 p.m. Nov. 16. Shortened piano-only performances (especially suited for younger children) will be at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 15. All performances are in Kimball Recital Hall.
Tickets for the full performances are $20 for adults and $10 for seniors and students. Tickets for the shortened piano-only performances are $5 for adults and $3 for seniors and students. Tickets must be purchased in advance online.
Review photos from the production rehearsals below. Learn more about the production in Nebraska Today.
Hannah Yohe, a senior music major, performs as Gretel during a rehearsal in Kimball Recital Hall on Nov. 11.Jordan Opp | University Communication and Marketing
William Shomos (left), Richard H. Larson Distinguished Professor of Music and director of opera in the Glenn Korff School of Music, directs members of the Nebraska Children’s Choir during rehearsal.
Sofia Dominguez, a senior music education major, performs as Hansel on the Kimball Recital Hall stage.
Kathryn Watry (left), a sophomore music major, performs as the Sandman in the “Hansel and Gretel” opera performance.
Hannah Yohen, playing Gretel, reacts during the UNL Opera recital on Nov. 11.
Jackson Kissler, a senior music major, performs as the witch in the UNL Opera rehearsal of “Hansel and Gretel.” The production runs Nov. 14-16 in Kimball Recital Hall.
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