The Rape of Lucretia

Benjamin Britten's chamber opera, The Rape of Lucretia, will be presented at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. This production offers a focused, intimate take on a classical Roman tragedy, exploring themes of power, virtue, and despair through Britten's distinctive modern classical style. It's a challenging and emotionally resonant work, known for its intricate score and dramatic narrative. This performance on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at The Clarice Smith in College Park, MD, provides an opportunity to see a significant 20th-century opera in a setting well-suited for its chamber scale. Fans of classical music, opera, and dramatic theater with an interest in psychologically rich storytelling will find this production engaging.