Turandot

Turandot tells the story of a Chinese princess who decrees that any suitor must solve three riddles to win her hand; if the suitor fails, he faces execution. An unknown prince, Calaf, succeeds, but Turandot still refuses to marry him. Calaf challenges her to discover his name before dawn, a test that culminates in sacrifice, love, the melting of Turandot's heart, and ultimately, tragedy.

Note from TPW: This play can be produced with doubling and tripling of some characters. There are many opportunities for ensemble movement and beautiful visuals with lights, sounds, and period-appropriate props. Acrobats and Dragon Dancers may be cut/minimized for smaller companies.