L'Enfant prodigue
Composer: Claude Debussy
Librettist: Edouard Guinand
Company: Chautauqua Opera
| Performance Dates | |
|---|---|
| Monday, July 27, 2026 | |
Synopsis
At sunrise Lia (soprano) laments the absence of Azaël (tenor), her prodigal son, an outcast after leaving his home to pursue the world's pleasures. Siméon (baritone) is weary of her constant thinking of Azaël. After the appearance and dance of young villagers, Azaël enters, and is joyfully reunited with his mother. She urges Siméon to forgive and welcome him home which he does, calling for a feast of celebration and singing praises to God.