![]() Will Calàf succeed where so many others have failed? The exiled prince Calàf is instantly overcome with the princess’s beauty and undertakes the riddle challenge despite the protestations of his father, Timur, and faithful servant girl Liù. Any suitor who desires her hand can do so by answering three riddles, but the price of failure is immediate beheading. About the performanceīased on a 12th-century Persian story, "Turandot" tells the tale of a cold-hearted princess who has vowed never to marry. Tickets may be purchased through or by calling (865) 524-0795, ext. Tickets for both performances are available from $23, and a discount for students of all ages is available. The opera’s music and majesty will be crowned by an international cast of sensational artists." Its ravishing score bursts with brilliant choruses and fiendishly difficult arias, including 'Nessun dorma,' which Luciano Pavarotti elevated to iconic status. "While it took a mere mortal to finish what this genius composer had started, 'Turandot' remains among the top of the operatic pantheon to this day. "Certainly the finest opera never completed, 'Turandot' was bereft of its final scene due to Puccini’s untimely death," the release said. More: Rhythm N' Blooms 2018: Knoxville music festival announces full lineup More: 15 for February: Things to do in Knoxville for winter fun Sale: Get complete digital access to for a full year for $9.99, through Feb. Reservations are available at, and proceeds benefit the Knoxville Opera Guild. 25, a brunch at Crowne Plaza is available for $25 per person (cash bar). ![]() on Feb. 23, a three-course dinner at Ruth’s Chris is available for $75 per person (cash bar), and beginning at 12 p.m. Pre-opera dining hosted by Knoxville Opera Guild is available for each performance. The opera will be performed in Italian with projected English supertitle translations.
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