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Bellini’s Norma

August 10, 2019, 12:00 pm

Russell Thomas and Sondra Radvanovsky in Lyric Opera of Chicago's production of Norma (Photo: Cory Weaver)

Soprano Sondra Radvanovksy stars as the eponymous character in Vincenzo Bellini’s fiery bel canto opera. This performance also features Elizabeth DeShong (Adalgisa), Russell Thomas (Pollione), and Andrea Silvestrelli (Oroveso). Riccardo Frizza conducts.

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Bellini’s Norma