…”the opera is singable, absorbing, suitable for the young singer performing the role of Celeste, with lovely choral writing.”- Lisa Hirsch / San Francisco Chronicle

Composer: Carla Lucero

Librettist: Jarrod Lee

Co-commissioned by Opera Parallèle and The Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University

Based on the book “Hello, Star” by Stephanie S. V. Lucianovic with Illustrations by Vashti Harrison

Synopsis: A young girl named Celeste is captivated by a call from a bright dying star. With curiosity as her leader and her Mother as guide, she still questions her ability to meet the star before it fades away. Will she allow her self-doubts and expectations of what should happen get the best of her curiosity or will she achieve her goal and see possibilities beyond her wildest dreams?

Directed by Mary Duncan

Conducted by Gloria Yin

Singers and orchestra from The Peabody Opera Theater

Approx. 55 minutes without intermission

Sung in English, ages 6 +

(Followed by a short audience talk back with the cast and creatives)

February 12 @ 7:30pm
February 13 @ 7:30pm
February 14 @ 7:30pm
February 15 @ 3:00pm

General Admission: $25
Seniors: $15
Students: $10

Link to Tickets: Hello, Star at the Theater Project

*Tickets are non-refundable.

**Tickets are also available at the door beginning 45 minutes prior to each show.