Welcome to the Eugene Opera’s 25th Season, Our Silver Anniversary! Out of the shadowbox of human history emerges an art form that celebrates and exposes the rich spectrum of human experience: Opera! This is something everyone can discover and share, because the history belongs to us all. Throughout our twenty-five seasons, we have presented operas that demonstrate the passions of our lives. The 2001-2002 season is one of love, lust, deception and betrayal, fully and dramatically expressed in three tales of tragic heroines. All fully staged, these three monumental classics of opera promise to enrich and entertain. You won’t want to miss any of them so hurry - get your tickets today! Robert Ashens Artistic Director