Winspear Opera House. Ever wonder what's behindbrthe story of the man in the big red suit? How didbrhe become Santa Claus? Surely he wasn't alwaysbra jolly old man delivering gifts to good boys andbrgirls around the world ... or was he? In this world-premiere event,brBecoming Santa Claus tells the tale to answer these questions, bring-bring to life a new family-friendly opera never before told.br
In his fourth full-length opera, composer Mark Adamo capturesbrthe mystery behind Santa, telling it through the talents of The DallasbrOpera. The story begins in an Elven kingdom in the Far, Far North,brfollowing Prince Clause as he prepares to celebrate his 13th birth-brday with an elaborate party fit for a future king. However, when abrbright star signals a momentous birth, Prince Claus decides to treatbrthe newborn with an array of dazzling gifts — eventually discover-bring that for all the toys you can create, love is the greatest gift of all.br
Celebrating the importance of doing random acts of kindness forbrothers, Becoming Santa Claus is a wonderful way to share the spirit ofbrthe season with loved ones. Treat yourself to this never-before-seenbrproduction, or gift a friend with tickets to experience it. You mightbrjust realize the true meaning of the holidays along the way.
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DETAILS
Date: December 4, 6, 9 and 12brLocation: Winspear Opera House