Memorial Opera House proudly presents Stephen Sondheim’s beloved musical A Little Night Music, running May 8–24. Widely regarded as one of the most elegant and emotionally rich works in musical theatre, this Tony Award-winning masterpiece continues to enchant audiences with its wit, romance, and unforgettable score.
Inspired by Ingmar Bergman’s film Smiles of a Summer Night, the musical premiered on Broadway in 1973 and quickly became one of Sondheim’s most celebrated achievements. Set in turn-of-the-century Sweden during the lingering glow of midsummer, A Little Night Music explores the complexities of love, longing, and second chances with warmth, humor, and surprising candor.
Featuring a lush score composed almost entirely in waltz time—including the iconic standard “Send in the Clowns”—Sondheim’s music carries audiences through a weekend at a country estate where former lovers reunite, new attractions spark, and relationships are tested in unexpectedly delicious ways. Equal parts romantic, witty, and just a little scandalous, the story unfolds with elegance and emotional depth that feels as timeless as ever.
“A Little Night Music is a show that has been on our radar for years,” says Director and Memorial Opera House Venue Director Scot MacDonald. “With audiences embracing lush period romances like Bridgerton, The Gilded Age, and Downton Abbey, the timing felt perfect. Being able to assemble a cast of incredibly talented musicians and actors makes this production a true treat for both longtime fans of the show and those discovering it for the first time.”
Since its Broadway debut, A Little Night Music has received numerous accolades, including six Tony Awards, and has been praised by critics as “a near-perfect musical comedy” and “a masterclass in sophisticated storytelling.”
Performances run May 8–24 at Memorial Opera House. Tickets and additional information are available at www.MemorialOperaHouse.com
Tickets**: $27 - $60 available at https://tinyurl.com/MOHNightMusic
Friday & Saturday Evening Shows:
Box Office opens at 6 pm the day of event. House opens at 7:30 pm. Show begins at 8 pm.
Saturday & Sunday Matinees:
Box Office opens at 12 pm the day of event. House opens at 1:30 pm. Show begins at 2 pm.
Special rates available for groups of 10 or more – contact the Box Office for details.
All ticketing fees are included in the ticket price.
Full-Service Cash Bar Available.
Memorial Opera House, 104 Indiana Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383-5603
- A Little Night Music Director: Scot MacDonald
- Choreographer: Julia Thorn-Green
- Vocal Directors: Jordan Dollins & Stephen Dean
- Music Director: Beau Schenck
- Music and Lyrics by: Stephen Sondheim
- Book By: Hugh Wheeler
- Orchestrations by: Jonathan Tunick
- Suggested by a film by Ingmar Bergman
- Originally produced and directed by: Harold Prince
For additional information, visit our website or contact Memorial Opera House Box Office:
memorialoperahouse@valpo.us • 219.548.9137 • memorialoperahouse.com
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