Lyric Opera

Kansas City

2008-09 Season

• La BohÈme
• Julius Caesar
• La traviata
• The pirates of Penzance

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• Night of Song
• Lyric Opera Ball

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Julius Caesar

Music by George Frideric Handel
Liberetto by Nicola Francesco Haym
Sung in Italian with English subtitles

*This production is rated PG-13 for adult situations and simulated nudity

Witness the beautiful Cleopatra seduce Caesar to gain control of the coveted Egyptian throne. Julius Caesar is the most popular operas written by Handel -- the brilliant composer of Messiah. This show features the same set that launched opera legend Beverly Sills' career.

 

DESIRE. ENVY. PARANOIA. RIVALRY.

 

Since ancient times women have wanted to rule the throne and Cleopatra was one of the first to win her prize. On our stage this beauty will use Handel's exquisite baroque music to seduce Caesar, ruler of the Roman Empire and man of her desires, gain control of Egypt and captivate your soul.

 

Synopsis

For a quick look at the story as it will appear on the Lyric stage read our synopsis. Julius Caesar Synopsis

Guide

Think you know the story of Julius Caesar? Handel's opera does not follow the standard Shakespeare story. In this story Ceasar follows his rival to Egypt and finds love, near-death and the throne of Egypt. Learn about the history of this opera, get a brief biography of its creators and an indepth look at the plot. Julius Caesar Guide