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Steampunk Tales of Hoffmann Adaptation from Berkeley Opera

The Julia Morgan Theater, formerly Julia Morgan Center for the Arts (2640 College Avenue Berkeley, CA 94704)
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$48.00
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$24.00*
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Set in the fantastical science fiction universe of H.G. Wells and Jules Verne, David Scott Marley's sparkling English adaptation of The Tales of Hoffmann returns to Berkeley Opera. Populating this pre-electric industrial "steampunk" world is the tortured poet Hoffmann telling stories of his past loves, taking flights of fancy powered by steam, elaborate clockworks and magic where the science leaves off.

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The last date listed for Tales of Hoffmann was Friday March 6, 2009 / 8:00pm.

The Julia Morgan Theater
formerly Julia Morgan Center for the Arts,
2640 College Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website
510-845-8542
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Goldstar Member Tips

  • on Where to Park
    Bus access is good, parking is not so much
  • on What to Wear
    Casual, wiht steampunk costuming a fun idea
  • on Where to Eat
    Park and eat in Elmwood, then walk a few blocks

3 Goldstar Member Reviews

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This was a wonderful event that I encourage all music lovers and steampunk lovers to attend. Berkeley Opera performed in the Julia Morgan theatre, an intimate setting for a full opera production with cast, orchestra, and full sets and costumes. Fabulous voices, a fabulous newly adapted libretto, and sets and costumes from the Steampunk (alternate Victorian) era - lots of goggles, veiled hats, vests, pinstripes, and pocket watches - and the pocket watch is even a key prop! Go and enjoy.
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The libretto was superb!

Both the writing and the singing were to the highest professional standards.
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It's a very good adaptation of Tales of Hoffman, with an outstanding cast, chorus and orchestra, and a great libretto. Julia Morgan Center is a good venue, with dining nearby.
Highly reccomended.
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Description

Set in the fantastical science fiction universe of H.G. Wells and Jules Verne, David Scott Marley’s sparkling English adaptation of The Tales of Hoffmann returns to Berkeley Opera. Populating this pre-electric industrial “steampunk” world is the tortured poet Hoffmann telling stories of his past loves, taking flights of fancy powered by steam, elaborate clockworks and magic where the science leaves off.

Adam Flowers is the tortured poet Hoffmann, Angela Cadelago the objects of his affection, Paul Murray his villainous rival and Nora Martin his devoted friend and muse.

English adaptation by David Scott Marley
Conducted by Ernest Knell
Directed by Phil Lowery