Just in time for Valentine’s Day, PSU Opera will present a comedic double feature: Gian Carlo Menotti’s “The Telephone” and Gilbert and Sullivan’s “Trial by Jury” at the Bicknell Family Center for the Arts.

Both will be performed at:

7 p.m. on Feb. 6
3 p.m. on Feb. 8

Tickets:

Free to anyone with a Pitt State ID
$10 for the general public
$5 for those under 18

Filled with laughter, love, and lively music, the double-billing will begin with “The Telephone,” a charming comedy in which Ben is determined to propose to his beloved Lucy — if only he can compete with the constant buzz of her devices! Will true love triumph over modern distractions?

The fun will continue with the uproarious “Trial by Jury,” a whirlwind courtroom spectacle where jilted lovers, sharp-tongued arguments, and witty musical antics collide. Who will win this melodious battle of hearts?

Cast

The Telephone
Lucy — Sara Flessner (understudy: Kendra Johnson)
Ben — Chandler Goodman (understudy: Max Battaglia)

Trial by Jury
The Learned Judge — Marlee Mikel
The Plaintiff (Angelina) — Mary Jo Peterson
The Defendant (Edwin) — Brayden Seiwert
Counsel for the Plaintiff — Carollyn Chapman
Usher — Max Battaglia
Foreman of the Jury — Chandler Goodman

Ensemble
Sopranos: Sara Flessner, Kathrynne Giger, Lily Han, Kendra Johnson, Juilianna Parra Kanady
Altos: Ski Roberts, Melissa Sollner
Tenors: Joseph Barnes
Basses: Chandler Goodman, Alex Sampson-Foreman

PSU Opera is directed by Instructional Professor Patrick Howle.