Mixed Precipitation’s Pickup Truck Opera: Faust

It’s French Romantic opera and new wave disco beats. It’s a deal with the devil as humanity shoots for the moon. It’s Mixed Precipitation‘s 16th annual summer opera extravaganza. With the barn as your backdrop, come to Dodge Nature Center to enjoy Faust!

ABOUT THE SHOW
In the not-so-distant future, scientist and entrepreneur Dr. Johann Faust faces a planet in crisis but no motivation to spare humanity its fate. He yearns to find a life of meaning and love. Méphistophélès, a mysterious extraplanar entity with a devilish charm, appears with a bargain: Relocate Earth’s climate refugees to a lunar colony and win the love of the brilliant physicist Marguerite.

Together, Faust and his mysterious companion launch a fanatical quest to save humanity and reach beyond the limits of human potential. Dr. Faust finds himself torn between the love of his life and the conditions of his bargain. The music of Depeche Mode is laced into this tale, featuring the work of songwriters Vince Clarke and Martin Gore.

All ages are welcome! Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, a folding chair or a blanket for seating on the grass. Indoor, accessible bathrooms are available in the Farm Education Building.

All performances are offered for a suggested donation ($5–$45). Children under 12 are welcome to attend for free.