Bellissima Opera to Stage Mozart's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO in Oak Park

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José Luis Maldonado stars at the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association in Oak Park.

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Bellissima Opera will present a new production of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro on July 30 and 31, 2026, at the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association in Oak Park.

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The Marriage of Figaro remains one of opera's most beloved comedies. Yet when Mozart and librettist Lorenzo Da Ponte adapted Pierre Beaumarchais's explosive play in 1786, they faced a serious challenge: convincing Emperor Joseph II to approve a work that questioned inherited privilege, social hierarchy, and rights of the ruling class.

Bellissima Opera's new concept places these four historical figures alongside the action. Through dialogue, letters, and commentary woven between scenes, audiences witness the fascinating struggle between artistic expression, censorship, political power, and public opinion that nearly prevented the opera from reaching the stage, while all of Mozart's glorious music is performed by a professional cast.

José Luis Maldonado stars in the title role of Figaro. Maldonado brings vocal beauty, seamless technique, and magnetic Stage Presence to one of opera's most beloved and revolutionary heroes.

Set during a single “mad day,” The Marriage of Figaro follows the servants Figaro and Susanna as they outwit their employer, Count Almaviva, expose hypocrisy, and ultimately demonstrate that intelligence, integrity, and love can triumph over status and power.

Directed by Carl Ratner and adapted by Christine Steyer, this production preserves everything audiences love about Figaro, the comedy, romance, and magnificent music. Founder and co-artistic director of Bellissima Opera Christine Steyer says, "At the same time, it allows audiences to discover the enduring questions it raises about privilege, power, and who gets to shape society."

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_Originally reported by [BroadwayWorld](https://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/THE-MARRIAGE-OF-FIGARO-to-Open-in-Oak-Park-with-Bellissima-Opera-20260616)._