Silent Night

Composer: Kevin Puts Librettist: Mark Campbell Premiere Performance: November 12, 2011—Minnesota Opera Silent Night is the powerful, true account of the spontaneous Christmas truce between French, British, and German soldiers during World War I. Based on the film “Joyeux Noël,” the story takes place on Christmas Eve, the opposing forces lay down their weapons, come together around a makeshift tree to sing carols, and play soccer matches. The soldiers’ peaceful actions are reprimanded by their commanders, but cast a lasting light on the goodness of humanity in the face of war. Artistic Director Tomer Zvulun will direct, and Principal Conductor Iván López Reynoso will conduct. Zvulun previously directed the debut of this co-production (with the Wexford Festival Opera and Glimmerglass Opera) at the esteemed Wexford Festival Opera to critical acclaim, winning the Audience Choice Award and Best Opera Award at the Irish Times Theatre Awards. The original production won the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2012. Content Advisory The Atlanta Opera has a lot to offer groups and corporate partners. Whether you are booking mainstage tickets for a school, a corporate event, seniors, or sororities, groups of 10 or more can enjoy special benefits and pricing, Learn more. Discover everything you need to know for your visit to Cobb Energy Centre, from directions and seating to food and drink options. Click here to plan your visit. Bag Policy Prohibited Items and Security Doors to Cobb Energy Centre open 90 minutes prior to showtime. Upon entry, guests will be required to pass through a metal detector. Bags larger than 11” x 13” are not permitted. Please allow time to enter the venue and limit personal items to ensure a smooth entry process. No items of any kind will be checked at venue, including coats and umbrellas. Patrons will be asked to return any prohibited items to car prior to entry. Click here for a full list of items not allowed inside the venue. Cobb Energy Centre has 1,000 on-site parking spaces for performances and other events. The on site parking rate for performances is $20.00 (credit card only) per vehicle. No pre-paid parking available. Answers to many common questions about Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre can be found here.