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SUMMARY:<em>Don Giovanni</em> Mozart <br /> Benevolence Opera Project and Redwood Theatre <br />
DESCRIPTION:From Redwood Theatres ( http://www.theredwoodtheatre.com )‘s website:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBenevolence Opera Project & Redwood Theatre Present Don Giovanni\nA One-Night-Only Opera Event Supporting the Redwood Women’s Shelter\nToronto, ON — Benevolence Opera Project and Redwood Theatre are proud to present a special, one-night-only one-of-a-kind performance of Don Giovanni, featuring Canadian Baritone Alexander Hajek in the titular role of Mozart’s electrifying masterpiece of seduction, power, and consequence, on Friday, May 22 at 8:00 PM at the Redwood Theatre.\nThis unique performance serves as both an exceptional artistic event and a meaningful fundraiser in support of the Redwood Women’s Shelter. Featuring some of Canada’s finest operatic talent, this intimate production invites audiences into a thrilling “chess match” of wit, desire, and morality—brought vividly to life in the vibrant Redwood Theatre space.\nA pre-performance talk will be given at 7:15 PM by Opera Canada’s Michael Jones, offering insight into the opera’s enduring legacy and themes.\n\nCast & Creative Team:\nDon Giovanni — Alexander Hajek\nLeporello — Luke Noftall\nMasetto — James Coole-Stevenson\nCommendatore — Andrew Tees\nDonna Anna — Susan Elizabeth Brown\nDon Ottavio — Cameron Mazzei\nDonna Elvira — Mary Ferrari\nZerlina — Kathryn Rose Johnston\nMusical Director & Pianist — Brahm Goldhamer\nNarrator & Producer — Ryan Hofman\n\nEvent Details:\nDate: Friday, May 22\nTime: 8:00 PM (Pre-talk at 7:15 PM)\nLocation: Redwood Theatre, 1300 Gerrard St E., Toronto\n\nTickets start at $50 and are available at:\nhttps://www.theredwoodtheatre.com/event-details/don-giovanni\n\nSpecial Offer:\nEarly bird discount code DG2026 for 20% off tickets until April 6th.\nIn addition to an unforgettable evening of opera, the event will feature raffle prizes in support of the Redwood Women’s Shelter, further amplifying its community impact.\nThis self-funded production reflects a dual mission: to provide professional-level compensation for artists while contributing directly to the vital work of supporting women in need. Audiences—both seasoned opera lovers and newcomers—are invited to experience this powerful work in an accessible, up-close setting.\n\nSponsorship Opportunities:\nSupporters can contribute to both the arts and local women’s shelters through the following tiers:\nPlatinum Sponsor ($500+)\nIncludes private reception, dress rehearsal invitation for three, and a signed program\nGold Sponsor ($200–$499)\nIncludes private reception invitation, dress rehearsal invitation, and program acknowledgment\nSilver & Friend (Up to $199)\nIncludes program acknowledgment and signed cast program (Silver level)\nImpresario (Top 8 Donors)\nExclusive on-stage experience as a Banquet Guest with the cast\nFor sponsorship or donations, please contact: ryan.hofman@hotmail.com or donate through Go Fund Me: https://gofund.me/e4d3fba50\n\n\n\nAbout Benevolence Opera Project\nNewly Founded by Artistic Director Ryan Hofman, Benevolence Opera Project is dedicated to creating innovative, high-quality operatic experiences while fostering community engagement and supporting meaningful causes.\nAbout Redwood Theatre\nThe Redwood Theatre is a dynamic performance venue in Toronto committed to presenting bold, accessible, and community-focused artistic programming\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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