A visceral story of love, betrayal, and sacrifice, Puccini’sToscadelivers operatic drama at its most electrifying. In Rome, poisoned by paranoia and shifting power, fiery diva Floria Tosca and her artist lover Mario Cavaradossi are ensnared by the ruthless police chief Scarpia, whose desire breeds cruelty and control. Fueled by Puccini’s sublime score—featuring “Vissi d’arte” and “E lucevan le stelle”—Toscaraces toward a shocking, unforgettable finale.Sung in Italian with English captions.CASTIn order of vocal appearanceCesare Angelotti:Cumhur GörgünSacristan:Sergio MartinezMario Cavaradossi:Demetrious Sampson Jr.Floria Tosca:Tessa McQueenBaron Scarpia:Jonathan PattonSpoletta:Wayd OdleSciarrone:Søren Pedersen*A Shepherd:Calista Ro-Jei Smith*Jailer:Christopher Gray**Wolf Trap Opera Studio ArtistCREATIVE TEAMConductor:José Luis GómezDirectors:Tonya and Ryan McKinnyScenic Design:Lawrence Moten IIICostume Design:Molly IrelanLighting Design:Chad R. JungProjections:Adam LarsenHair & Makeup Design:Anne Nesmith