FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Shakespeare Opera Theatre launches their 11th Season with a fully staged production of Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel December 5-14th at Hudson Hall in McLean, VA. Starring Amanda Densmoor as Gretel, Natalie Turner as Hansel and Maggie Ramsey as The Witch, this family favorite is perfect for the holidays, and perfectly accessible for children, sung in English. Themed food and drink are available before and during the show, and our table seating begins 30 mins prior to curtain. Visit the German Christmas Market in our lobby before or after the show, or at intermission. Tickets are available at shakespeareoperatheatre,com or by emailing boxoffice@shakespeareoperatheatre.com
The rest of the season focuses on works by American composers in commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. February 13th and 14th, 2026 bring Viva Las Vegas! A concert celebration of The American Songbook along with casino gaming fun and visits from Frank Sinatra and Elvis.
Summer 2026 features American Opera Gems in repertory:
Carlisle Floyd’s Susannah & Kirk Mechem’s Tartuffe, two works that shine a light on religious and moral hypocrisy. Experience the journey as SOT looks forward to an epic 11th season!
Questions? info@shakespereoperatheatre.com
