DOLORES CLAIBORNE

Composed by Tobias Picker with Libretto by J.D. McClatchy | Based upon the novel by Stephen King

NEW ENGLAND PREMIERE

Conducted by William Lumpkin | Stage Direction by Jim Petosa

Orchestral reduction co-commissioned by New York City Opera and BU School of Music Opera Institute

Suspected of killing Vera Donovan, her wealthy employer, Dolores Claiborne tells police the story of her life, harkening back to her disintegrating marriage and the suspicious death of her violent husband Joe St. George, thirty years earlier.   --stephenking.com

Presented by BU College of Fine Arts School of Music: Opera Institute and School of Theatre

Please note: this production contains strong language and violence.

General Admission seating.  

Please note:  due to the intimate nature of Booth Theatre, late seating cannot be guaranteed. Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of house management.

FAQs:

Are you accessible via public transit?  Is there parking available?

Booth Theatre is conveniently located a short walk from the Boston University West stop on the MBTA Green Line - B Branch.

Parking is available starting 90 minutes prior to performance time. Booth Theatre Garage entrance is at 148 Essex Street. Rates will vary, generally $12-15 for theatre events. Please see bu.edu/parking for more information.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No - you do not have to print any tickets. Simply check in with the box office when you arrive.

Is it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes; the attendee should give the name under which the ticket was booked.