FEB. 13, 2026 • 7:30PM & FEB. 15, 2026 • 4PM

Music by Gioachino Rossini • Italian libretto by Angelo Anelli • English adaptation Libretto by David Scott Marley • Recitatives by Jonathan Khuner, after Rossini

The King of Mars has a fascination with all things human and a desire for a new Earthling queen. His search is made more enticing with the capture of Mosquito, who was captured along with the Professor on an expedition from Earth to explore the red planet. The Riot Grrrl, coming to rescue her beloved Mosquito, crash-lands and is also captured. Is she the human bride the King craves, or will her disruptive Riot ways spell the end to his rule over the Martians?
HOT’s General Director & CEO Andrew Morgan marks his directorial debut with the company, partnering with conductor Mark Morash, and a cast of up-and-coming singers alongside beloved returning artists.

Run Time: 2 hours 45 minutes with one intermission
Performed in English with English supertitles