RUSALKA

2026-2027 In-School Tour

Dive into Opera for the Young’s sparkling Rusalka: A Mermaid’s Tale!

In a bright underwater reef, the curious mermaid Rusalka dreams of becoming human after she falls for a Prince onshore. Her father, the mighty Sea King, warns her about the world above – but Rusalka turns to the clever (and slippery) Sea Witch for a magic spell that trades her tail for legs… and her voice for a challenge: humans won’t understand her, except for the audience.

Things get complicated at the Prince’s castle when a glamorous Foreign Princess – the Sea Witch in disguise! – steals the spotlight.

Sixteen of your students join the fun as the colorful Creatures of the Reef who help untangle this magical mix-up.

Filled with Dvořák’s shimmering music, Rusalka is a story of courage, kindness, and embracing our differences – told through enchanting melodies, underwater mischief, and the power of love.

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Source music from Antonín Dvořák’s Rusalka

Score adapted by Jeffrey Sykes

Libretto by Diane Garton Edie

Stage direction by Cal Metts

Original production design by Donna Thorson

Costumes by Karen Brown-Larimore

Sets updated by Greg Silver, and Teresa Sarkela

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Opera for the Young’s 2026-2027 tour of Rusalka: A Mermaid’s Tale is made possible by the generosity of many individuals, businesses and foundations. We thank these sponsors for their essential support:

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