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Performance

Semele

Department of Voice & Opera and the University Philharmonia Orchestra

Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre
Michigan League, 911 N University Ave
Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Reserved Seating $35 / $29 | Students $16 (fees included)

The forbidden passion between Semele, a woman, and Jupiter, the king of the gods, attracts the attention and unbridled jealousy of Jupiter’s wife, Juno. Handel’s score combines elements of opera, oratorio, and musical drama in a sensuous score, considered some of his finest work.

Content Advisory: This opera depicts mythological adultery and death.
Recommended Ages: 16+

Composed by George Frideric Handel
Libretto after William Congreve
Directed by Stephanie Havey
Conducted by Brian Garman

Buying Tickets
Flex Series ticket packages available beginning June 10; Single tickets available beginning August 4.

Content Advisory Tickets Required Central Campus