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Join acclaimed lecturer and opera aficionado Rick Greenman for a lively and entertaining journey into the scandalous, dramatic, and surprisingly humorous world of Mozart’s Don Giovanni. Through colorful storytelling, fascinating history, and musical excerpts, Rick will bring to life the legendary tale of the charming and unscrupulous Don Giovani, a man whose pursuit of women, pleasure, and trouble ultimately catches up with him. Timed to coincide with Don Giovani at the Lyric opera of Chicago, this program offers an insider’s look at one of the world’s most celebrated operas and its enduring place in our cultural imagination. Whether you are a lifelong opera lover, simply curious about what is happening on Chicago’s cultural scene, or have never thought opera was quite your thing, this engaging presentation promises drama, wit, scandal, history – and some extraordinary music along the way.
Our Monday Enrichment programs, on music, art, literature, science and social sciences, are always free to the public, with freewill donations appreciated.
For more information visit our website at https://www.nineteenthcentury.org. The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, and an Illinois nonprofit organization. Our mission is strengthening our community through learning, giving, and sharing our landmark building, The Nineteenth Century Club. The Association was established in 1891 by a group of visionary women who believed education, charitable activities and civic involvement were vital elements in a thriving community. The spirit of the founders continues through grants, scholarships and public programming. We promote life-long learning through dynamic, multi-cultural programs featuring music, art, literature, science and the social sciences.