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COMMERCE, TX—The Texas A&M University-Commerce Opera Ensemble is thrilled to announce its upcoming musical production of “The Bridges of Madison County.” This theatrical experience promises to captivate audiences with its lush music and heartfelt drama.
This compelling production takes the stage at Finney Concert Hall in the Music Building from April 5 to April 7, 2024. You can purchase tickets at the door for $20 for general admission and $10 for students. Alternatively, pre-order online to enjoy a $5 discount per ticket. Tickets previously purchased for the rescheduled January performance dates will be honored at any of the three performance dates in April.
Experience the emotional journey of The Bridges of Madison County, a spellbinding masterpiece that intricately blends love, passion, and the fate of fleeting moments. Adapted from Robert James Waller’s bestselling novel with a book by Marsha Norman, this musical depicts the poignant story of Francesca, an Italian-American housewife, and National Geographic photographer Robert Kincaid.
The evocative musical score by Jason Robert Brown features heart-wrenching melodies that resonate in the soul. As the forbidden love story unfolds, the audience is swept away by the protagonists’ magnetic chemistry.
Leanne Scaggs directs The Bridges of Madison County with music directed by Laura Maxwell and boasts a brilliant cast, including:
- Analyse Melendez of Garland as Francesca
- Paul Beaty of Duncanville as Robert
- Drew Watson of Allen as Bud
- Campbell Green of Anna as Carolyn
- Josiah de Rueda of Brenham as Michael
- Emalyn Nicholson of Palestine as Marge
- Julio Villeda of Balch Springs as Charlie
- Kristin Wood of The Colony as Marian
- Sabrina Martinez of Mesquite as the State Fair Singer
- Ensemble members Aries Austin, Alijah Bass, and Juni Gomez
- Venue: Music Building, Finney Concert Hall, 1614 State Highway 24, Commerce.
- Evening Performances: April 5-6, 2024, 7:30 pm
- Matinee Performance: April 7, 2024, 3:00 pm
The Bridges of Madison County is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). MTI also supplies all authorized performance materials. www.mtishows.com This production is licensed by Music Theatre International.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit tamuc.edu/madison-county.