Opera Las Vegas: Puccini's La Bohème
Campus Location
Description
Music by Giacomo Puccini, libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa
Rodolfo, a struggling poet, crosses paths with Mimì, a seamstress, and the two quickly fall head over heels in love. Their bliss is overshadowed when Rodolfo discovers that Mimì is seriously ill.
Faced with the realization that he cannot afford the necessary medical treatment for her, Rodolfo agonizingly decides to separate from Mimì. However, as her condition deteriorates, she finds her way back to Rodolfo's humble abode. They are happily reunited, but their future together is uncertain as the illness takes hold.
Run Time
2 hours 30 minutes
Intermission
One 20-minute intermission
Language
Sung in Italian with English surtitles
Premiered
1 February 1896 at the Teatro Regio, Turin
Dress Code
Casual evening wear/Come as you are
Age Restrictions
Children under 6 are not permitted.
Price
$90 - $70 - $50
Discounted tickets (15% off) are available to senior citizens, military members, all students with valid student identification, and first responders. Members of Opera America receive 10% off.
Admission Information
Order Your Tickets
- Conveniently located on the north-east end of campus attached to the south face of the parking garage; view maps and directions for more information
- Over the Phone - Call (702) 895-ARTS (2787)
- Buy Online
Please note: Additional service and facilities fees may apply to purchases.
Event Parking
UNLV Performing Arts Center patrons are welcome to park in the Cottage Grove Parking Garage. Parking is free after 7 p.m. Monday - Thursday, after 1 p.m. Friday, and all weekend. Visit UNLV Parking and Transportation Services for more information.