About
Huang Ro's opera M. Butterfly has its European premiere at De Munt in Brussel, from 20 April to 4 May 2027. It tells of diplomat René Gallimard and opera singer Song Liling.
What to expect
Composer Huang Ro turned this story into an opera in 2020, with more than one nod to Puccini's Madama Butterfly.
- French diplomat René Gallimard meets singer Song Liling
- Their affair lasts twenty years, until their arrest
- Song is revealed as a man and spy
- Musical direction by Carolyn Kuan
- Robin Adams and Kangmin Justin Kim sing the lovers
- Directed by Krystian Lada
- European premiere
Dates
Questions
When does M. Butterfly start and end?
M. Butterfly runs Tuesday, 20 April 2027, 19:30 until 23:59.
Where is M. Butterfly?
M. Butterfly takes place at De Munt, Muntplein 6, Brussel.
What is the story about?
In Mao's China, French diplomat René Gallimard falls for opera singer Song Liling. Their affair lasts twenty years, until they are arrested. In court, Song turns out to have been a man in drag and a Chinese spy who passed on information about the Vietnam War.
What is the Young Opera Night?
On 4 May 2027 there is a Young Opera Night for people younger than 30. It includes:
A free drink
A digital programme book
A personal welcome
An after-event or another surprise
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Getting there
De Munt, Muntplein 6, 1000 Brussel, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE
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