mnopera.org - Spiritual conviction meets earthly desire. A devout monk seeks to convert Thaïs, a ravishingly beautiful courtesan, but realizes too late that his pious obsession is rooted in lust, not religion. Extravagant costumes and stunning sets accentuate the grandeur and richness of Massenet’s sensual and melodic opera, which explores the conflict between the passion of the flesh and the salvation of the soul.

May 12-20 at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets start at just $25. mnopera.org/thais

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