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10/20/2026

Librettist Minita Gandhi reflects on the unique collaboration behind "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr," a world premiere bringing together a South Asian female composer and librettist to transform a graphic novel into an opera.

Watch the full conversation with Minita, composer Kamala Sankaram, and Principal Conductor Christopher Franklin on our YouTube channel.

The world premiere of "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr" is on stage at the Ordway Oct 31-Nov 8. Learn more and get tickets at mnopera.org/season/2026-2027/the-many-deaths-of-laila-starr/

10/19/2026

Meet Efraín Solís, returning to MN Opera as Pranah, the God of life, in "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr"! 🪷

Join us for the world premiere of "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr," on stage at the Ordway, October 31–November 8. Learn more and get tickets at mnopera.org/season/2026-2027/the-many-deaths-of-laila-starr/

Join us for an Offstage Dance Workshop inspired by “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr”! 🪷Spend the evening with composer Ka...
10/18/2026

Join us for an Offstage Dance Workshop inspired by “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr”! 🪷

Spend the evening with composer Kamala Sankaram, choreographer Rohit Gijare, and dance artist Suchi Sairam for a conversation about the production, followed by a 45-minute dance workshop led by Rohit. Stick around afterward to socialize and enjoy refreshments!

đź“… Friday, October 23 from 6-7:30pm
đź“Ť Kala Vandanam Studio at The Wycliff, St. Paul

This free event is open to all ages 6 and up, regardless of dance experience. You’re welcome to participate or simply observe. Registration is required, and space is limited.

Register at mnopera.org/civic-engagement/offstage/

Presented in collaboration with Kala Vandanam - St. Paul and India Association of Minnesota

A little costume shop magic 🪷✨ Take a peek at some of the details, works in progress, and fun finds coming together for ...
10/17/2026

A little costume shop magic 🪷✨

Take a peek at some of the details, works in progress, and fun finds coming together for the world premiere!

Costumes designed by Oana Botez

"The Many Deaths of Laila Starr" is on stage at the Ordway, October 31-November 8. Learn more about the production and get tickets at mnopera.org/season/2026-2027/the-many-deaths-of-laila-starr/

10/16/2026

Principal Conductor Christopher Franklin shares insight into the music and the “extra-musical” elements that help bring the world of "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr" to life.

Watch the full conversation with Christopher, composer Kamala Sankaram, and librettist Minita Gandhi on our YouTube channel.

The world premiere of "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr" takes the stage at the Ordway October 31-November 8. Learn more and get tickets at mnopera.org/season/2026-2027/the-many-deaths-of-laila-starr/

Join us for University Night for "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr" on Thursday, November 5!The first 50 students to regis...
10/15/2026

Join us for University Night for "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr" on Thursday, November 5!

The first 50 students to register can get a FREE ticket, with additional tickets available for just $20. Plus, enjoy a concessions voucher and the option to attend Opera Insights before the show!

Use code UNIGHT to claim your ticket. Learn more at mnopera.org/season/2026-2027/the-many-deaths-of-laila-starr/

Don't know anything about opera, but are curious to learn?Ever wondered how music, text, and movement come together in o...
10/14/2026

Don't know anything about opera, but are curious to learn?
Ever wondered how music, text, and movement come together in opera?
Didn't know a South Asian comic book was being adapted into an opera?

Then this special community event is for you!

Minnesota Opera, in collaboration with Kala Vandanam and India Association of Minnesota proudly presents a community event - a special dance workshop celebrating the upcoming world premiere of The Many Deaths of Laila Starr, a brand-new operatic adaptation of Ram V and Filipe Andrade’s .art award-winning graphic novel.

Join us for a fun and educative evening - including composer Kamala Sankaram and choreographer Rohit Gijare in conversation with Kala Vandanam's Suchi Sairam, followed by a 45 minute dance workshop with Rohit. And, what's a South Asian event without some refreshments and meet and greet time!

FREE EVENT - but REGISTRATION LIMITED to 50 attendees. REGISTER HERE - https://mnopera.org/civic-engagement/offstage/

Have questions? Email [email protected]

10/14/2026

Composer Kamala Sankaram and librettist Minita Gandhi share what makes opera a powerful way to explore big emotions and universal feelings.

Watch the full conversation with Kamala, Minita, and Principal Conductor Christopher Franklin on our YouTube channel.

The world premiere of "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr" takes the stage at the Ordway, Oct 31-Nov 8. Learn more and get tickets at mnopera.org/season/2026-2027/the-many-deaths-of-laila-starr/

For “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr,” our scenic team is building the world of the opera one piece at a time. Take a fir...
10/13/2026

For “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr,” our scenic team is building the world of the opera one piece at a time. Take a first look at the structure that will eventually become the ocean on stage at the Ordway. 🌊

The scenic rendering shows a model of the design. Scenic design by Mimi Lien.

MN Opera's "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr" is taking the stage at the Ordway, October 31-November 8.

đź”— Learn more and get tickets now at mnopera.org

Tonight in New York City we’re celebrating “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” at the Guggenheim!Join us for Works & Proces...
10/12/2026

Tonight in New York City we’re celebrating “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” at the Guggenheim!

Join us for Works & Process, featuring composer Kamala Sankaram, librettist Minita Gandhi, graphic novelist Ram V., and members of the opera’s creative team, including director Mary Birnbaum, scenic designer Mimi Lien, costume designer Oana Botez, and choreographer Rohit Gijare. The conversation will explore the collaborative process of bringing the acclaimed graphic novel to the operatic stage, interwoven with musical excerpts performed by the cast.

Tonight, October 12, at 7pm ET.
Tickets are available online only.

Learn more and get tickets at www.guggenheim.org

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