‘La Bohème:’ The Atlanta Opera

CRITIC’S PICK: “We continue this blockbuster season with one of my personal favorites,” says Atlanta Opera Artistic Director Tomer Zvulun. “Here’s the evergreen La Bohème in a beloved production that has been well-traveled all over the U.S.” Italian-born conductor Jonathan Brandani will lead the orchestra in performing four shows of Giacomo Puccini’s masterwork; Nicaraguan soprano Gabriella Reyes will play Mimi, the seamstress; tenor Long Long will make his house debut in the role of the poet Rodolfo; singing the role of Marcello, the painter, is Zachary Nelson, and soprano Madison Leonard will portray Musetta. “The secret sauce of a great Bohème is in the people, and this is a truly magnificent cast,” added Zvulun. “Many of them are making their first appearance with The Atlanta Opera after forging extraordinary careers in opera houses around the world.” — Kevin C. Madigan