Washington National Opera Presents: Treemonisha

Sun Mar 08 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm UTC-05:00

Lisner Auditorium | Washington

Washington National Opera Presents: Treemonisha
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America's "King of Ragtime," Scott Joplin, died before he could complete this opera, but the seeds he planted have endured. WNO brings this powerful work to the stage in a newly commissioned adaptation by composer Damien Sneed and playwright Kyle Bass, under the direction of legendary mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves. One of the richest operas in the American repertoire, it blends ragtime, Black folk-songs, spirituals, ballet, and traditional operatic elements. Set in 1884, the story follows Treemonisha, an educated freedwoman on a former plantation, as she challenges superstition and defies "conjurers" to become her community's teacher and leader. Notice of Information Sharing: By registering for this event, you acknowledge that The George Washington University may share your contact information (name, email address) with Washington National Opera for the purpose of advertising future events. You will have the opportunity to unsubscribe from these communications at any time.

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NO BAGS larger than 18 x 16 x 8 inches. All Terrace seats require climbing stairs. There are no elevators in the Auditorium. Any child past their second birthday needs a ticket.
Ticket Limit
There is an overall 6 ticket limit for this event.
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Lisner Auditorium, Washington, United States

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