Opera On the James

Event:
Mozart's "The Magic Flute" at the Historic Academy Theatre

A prince on a quest. A magical flute with extraordinary powers. A lovable bird catchersearching for love. A fearsome Queen of the Night. Mozart’s The Magic Flute is one of opera’s greatest adventures.

Playing the Academy Historic Theatre November 6th and 8th, this spectacular production is filled with dazzling costumes, spectacular music, memorable comedy, and timeless themes of courage, wisdom, and love, this enchanting masterpiece has captivated audiences for generations. Perfect for families, first-time opera-goers, and devoted opera fans alike, The Magic Flute is a magical theatrical experience you’ll never forget. With the delightful script performed in English and the classic score sung in Italian, there are English translation supertitles above the stage so you won't miss a word!

The story:

The opera begins with Prince Tamino being chased by a monster lion! A lady saves him and then he meets Papageno, a friendly Bird Catcher. Papageno gives him a picture of a beautiful girl named Pamina, daughter of the Queen of the Night. Tamino falls in love with Pamina at first sight, but the Queen is mean and scary. Pamina is lonely and unhappy and her father, Sarastro, comforts her. Tamino has a Magic Flute which he uses to find Pamina. Meanwhile, Papageno keeps hoping to find a love for himself. After much searching, wishes are granted, and the opera ends with joy and rejoicing!

For more information, call us at 434-528-3397

Event Type
FUNDraising
Event Setting
Offsite Location
Where

Academy Historic Theatre
600 Main Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
United States

When
Friday, November 6th, 2026, 7:30pm - 8:30pm Google Outlook iCal
Repeats every 2 days, 7:30pm - 8:30pm until Sunday, November 8th, 2026 Google Outlook iCal
Sunday, November 8th, 2026, 3pm - 4pm Google Outlook iCal
Duration of 1 hour