A River Runs Through It

A summer evening by the river. A Montana classic. A first look at a major new work before its world premiere.A Montana classic. A story that still resonates fifty years later. Opera Montana will present the World Premiere of A River Runs Through It in September 2026, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the publication of Norman Maclean’s now-classic novella. The story follows two brothers in early 20th century Montana as they grow up—and grow apart—against a backdrop of family, faith, and fishing. Set at the Riverhouse, a popular family barbecue restaurant on the banks of the Gallatin River, where the movie adaptation was filmed, this intimate evening offers a rare opportunity to experience selections from the new opera before its official world premiere this fall. Guests are invited to arrive at 7:00 PM to enjoy the setting, socialize, and grab a drink before the performance begins. Following the presentation, performers will participate in a short audience Q&A. “The reward is… View Source