RCM Opera: Barnum’s Bird

28 June 2023 - 3 July 2023

Grammy Award–winning composer Libby Larsen’s chamber opera in two acts, Barnum’s Bird, is the story of a relationship ahead of its time – that of the ‘great showman’ PT Barnum, and his star opera singer, Jenny Lind.

Come and hear this tale of how great art serves commerce and profit, as well as humanity. You may well find yourself questioning your own experiences as a consumer of entertainment.... 

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Barnum's Bird: Pre-opera talk with Peter Linnitt

28 June 2023, 5:45pm
Performance Hall

RCM Librarian Peter Linnitt discusses Libby Larsen’s opera about the fascinating opera star Jenny Lind, including references to items held in the RCM Museum and Library.

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RCM Opera: Barnum's Bird

28 June 2023, 7:00pm
Britten Theatre

Barnum’s Bird is the story of a relationship ahead of its time – that of the 'great showman' PT Barnum, and his star opera singer, Jenny Lind. The RCM Opera Studio performs this story in our wonderful summer opera.

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RCM Opera: Barnum's Bird

30 June 2023, 7:00pm
Britten Theatre

Barnum’s Bird is the story of a relationship ahead of its time – that of the 'great showman' PT Barnum, and his star opera singer, Jenny Lind. The RCM Opera Studio performs this story in our wonderful summer opera.

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RCM Opera: Barnum's Bird

01 July 2023, 7:00pm
Britten Theatre

Barnum’s Bird is the story of a relationship ahead of its time – that of the 'great showman' PT Barnum, and his star opera singer, Jenny Lind. The RCM Opera Studio performs this story in our wonderful summer opera.

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RCM Opera: Barnum's Bird

03 July 2023, 7:00pm
Britten Theatre

Barnum’s Bird is the story of a relationship ahead of its time – that of the 'great showman' PT Barnum, and his star opera singer, Jenny Lind. The RCM Opera Studio performs this story in our wonderful summer opera.

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