Eastman Opera Theatre (EOT) presents Ainadamar (2003), a tragic one-act opera composed by Osvaldo Golijov with libretto by David Henry Hwang, inspired by the poetry and legacy of famed Spanish poet and playwright Federico Garcia Lorca.

Ainadamar centers on three distinct images, each pertaining to the tragic fates of Mariana Pineda, Federico García Lorca, and Margarita Xirgu. This mythical story takes place during times of political unrest in 1969 Uruguay and 1936 Spain, ultimately stressing the importance of leaning on courage and humanity to maneuver conflict.

This surrealist production is double-cast and runs for 80 minutes without intermission. Directed by Octavio Cardenas and conducted by Wilson Southerland, it will be sung in Spanish with English supertitles.

Tickets are $20 for general admission and can be purchased at the Eastman Theatre Box Office website or in person at 433 East Main Street. Please note that this opera uses strobe lighting and includes sensitive subject matter involving simulated smoking and gunshots.