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Washington National Opera Shines Amid Financial Turmoil

12/4/2025

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The Washington National Opera (WNO) staged Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro at the Kennedy Center, drawing an enthusiastic crowd despite financial struggles.
Francesca Zambello, WNO artistic director, criticized audience boycotts as harming the art.
The performance featured strong direction and a lively cast, including notable debuts.
WNO faces a financial shortfall and questions about its Kennedy Center future, with speculation it may relocate to other D.C. venues.

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The Washington National Opera (WNO) staged Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro at the Kennedy Center, drawing an enthusiastic crowd despite financial struggles.
Francesca Zambello, WNO artistic director, criticized audience boycotts as harming the art.
The performance featured strong direction and a lively cast, including notable debuts.
WNO faces a financial shortfall and questions about its Kennedy Center future, with speculation it may relocate to other D.C. venues.