The Descent of Orpheus

Opera Atelier invites you on a hero’s journey of the heart.

Marc Antoine Charpentier’s extraordinary masterpiece recounts the timeless story of the poet Orpheus and his journey to hell and back to rescue his lover from death. Charpentier’s opera unfolds with all the extravagant splendour and drama unique to the court of the Sun King, Louis XIV.

Opera Atelier’s elite cast of singers, dancers, and soloists from Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra welcome American tenor Daniel McGrew, who makes his Canadian debut in the title role–a role first sung by Charpentier himself.

Charpentier’s miniature masterpiece, The Descent of Orpheus, is an exciting introduction to opera and ballet for your family and friends, and becomes all the more accessible with a subscription!

Join us for this fully staged Canadian premiere in the glorious acoustic of Toronto’s Koerner Hall.