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'Find love in all you do:' Lyric Opera of Kansas City premieres new production for families

KCUR | By Christy L'Esperance,

Sam Wisman

Published April 11, 2024 at 12:57 PM CDT

The cast of 'The Haberdasher Prince' at the Lyric Opera of Kansas City, April 2024

With the world premiere of "The Haberdasher Prince," a one act opera by Rosabella and Dina Gregory, the Lyric Opera of Kansas City hopes to inspire and bring new audiences of all ages to the art form. Classical KC's Christy L'Esperance speaks with the Lyric's director of learning, Neal Long, about the story and production.

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Christy L'Esperance

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Neal Long

Neal Long at the Classical KC studios

The Haberdasher Prince has several performances during April 2024. More information, plus a full list of dates and venues can be found at kcopera.org.

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Christy L'Esperance

Kansas City native Christy L’Esperance (pronounced “LESS-per-ahns") started listening to classical music on the Snoopy radio she got for her 4th birthday. Today, as Classical KC’s Community Engagement Specialist and On-Air Host, she enjoys classical music through much better speakers. You can reach Christy at clesperance@classicalkc.org. She would love to hear about the ways you keep music in your life.

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Sam Wisman

Sam Wisman is a Senior Producer for 91.9 Classical KC and a backup announcer for KCUR 89.3. Email him at samwisman@classicalkc.org.

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