East Village Opera Company

THU, JAN 29, 7:30 PM

Capitol Theater

Suppose Giacomo Puccini and Jimmy Page had met in a pub and decided to collaborate on a musical project. The result might not be all that different from what the East Village Opera Company does. This eclectic ensemble, which includes a powerhouse five-piece rock band, a string quartet and two outstanding vocalists, re-imagines the great opera repertoire in lush new musical settings, bringing a classic rock sensibility to operatic masterpieces. But their act is no gimmick; these talented musicians demonstrate a thorough understanding and mastery of both rock and opera, and their approach reflects the deepest respect for both genres.