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Master Class

By Terrence McNally

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February 5-9, 2025

Alabama Power Recital Hall​

Master Class

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Opera diva Maria Callas serves up a one-of-a-kind masterclass at an elite opera training program.  Based on a series of real-life classes Callas delivered at Julliard, this Tony-winning play gives us a peek into the complicated, driven, insatiable life of one of the 20th century’s greatest divas.

Performance & Tickets

Performances & Tickets

​Pre-Sale Tickets for this production go on sale on January 2, 2025.   Public Tickets for this production go on sale on January 9, 2025.

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  • Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. - Opening Night

  • Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.

  • Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.

  • Saturday, Feb 8, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.

  • Sunday, Feb 9, 2025- 2:00 p.m.

Characters/Roles Available

Characters/Roles

Production Credits

Production Credits

Auditions:

November 12 & 13, 2024

6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Alabama Power Recital Hall

Note: Ava Buchanan will play the role of Maria Callas. The other roles will be filled at auditions.

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Characters/Roles

  • Maria Callas (Played by Ava Buchanan) - The woman that the play centers around (and based on the real opera diva herself), Maria is an integral character to the play who is revealed as being brave yet also fierce. She has strong opinions and believes that everyone should follow what she says, but it is out of her desire to make everyone be the best they can be.

  • First Soprano (Sophie de Palma) - She is a soprano and Maria's first pupil to teach.  Sophie is very sensitive to criticism.

  • Manny (Accompanist) -  is the accompanist that practices with each of the students and Maria as he plays each of their songs.  Manny is captivated by Maria.

  • Second Soprano (Sharon Graham) - is a young soprano. Maria criticizes her relentlessly and unapologetically for many things.

  • Tenor (Anthony Candolini) - is the only tenor and male to audition.  He is boastful and  stands his ground against Maria's criticism. 

  • Stage Hand 

Director - Dr. Allison Upshaw

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​Stage Manager - TBA

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Costume Design - Jeanette Waterman

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Sound Design - Charles Prosser

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Hair & Makeup Design - Ava Buchanan

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the running time of the production?

    • ​About 1 hour and 45 minutes​​

  • Will there be an intermission?

    • ​Yes - one 15-minute intermission between acts.

  • Should I bring the kids?

    • No. This production is appropriate for older teens and adults.​

  • What themes are explored in the play? 

    • Aging, music, opera, pursuit of excellence​, relationships

  • Does the play’s text contain offensive language?

    • ​Yes.

  • Does the play contain violence?

    • ​No.

  • Does the play contain the use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs?

    • ​These topics are discussed but not used on stage.

  • Does the play contain nudity or other adult situations?

    • ​No.

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