Madama Butterfly

Puccini’s world-famous opera Madama Butterfly takes center stage this November.

A dashing American officer marries a young geisha, and she gives up everything for love. Puccini’s soaring music follows her as she waits, dreaming of the day he’ll meet their child. But his return brings a devastating twist in this story of passion, betrayal and heartbreak.

Former Director in Residence Michelle Cuizon returns to Opera San José to direct with Music Director Maestro Joseph Marcheso conducting.