Performances + Events
Join us for Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel
NEC Opera presents four nights of Engelbert Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel in the Plimpton Shattuck Black Box Theatre.
Based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, this new staging brings Hansel and Gretel to life through Humperdinck’s richly expressive score, performed by the NEC Philharmonia under the direction of Robert Tweten. Directed by Joshua Major, the production blends childhood wonder, dark fantasy, and themes of courage and family. Reserve your ticket below!
Read More About the Production
Joshua Major, Chair of Opera Studies at NEC, describes Hansel and Gretel as both “fun” and “musically very mature,” highlighting the sophistication of Humperdinck’s score and the challenges it presents for performers.
In this recent NEC News feature, Major and members of the cast share their perspectives on bringing the beloved fairy tale to life on stage.
