Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo and the bravest Niña in el Mundo is an interactive children’s opera composed by Joe Illick with libretto written by Mark Campbell. The story is about Mariana, a young girl living in Mexico City in the late 1940s. Mariana’s family encourages her to have her portrait painted by the renowned artist, Frida Kahlo. Mariana is initially frightened, but is emboldened and charmed by Kahlo, the animals in her household including a monkey, a parrot and a dog, and a visit by the exuberant artist Diego Rivera. As Mariana sits for her portrait, she learns all about Frida’s life, and begins to understand the meaning of bravery.

The 45-minute opera explores the art of Frida Kahlo as well as themes of courage and family.

Opera Saratoga will be presenting this opera in the Long Room at The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum on Saturday, March 8th at 2pm.

This opera is appropriate for ages 5-11.

All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

The concert is open to the public and free, though donations are always appreciated, either online or at the event.

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