Emily Pogorelc makes her role debut as Leïla in Bizet’s lush and romantic Les Pêcheurs de Perles with Washington Concert Opera, led by Artistic Director and conductor Antony Walker.

Set on the coast of ancient Ceylon, The Pearl Fishers tells a gripping story of friendship, love, betrayal, and spiritual devotion. When two lifelong friends, Zurga and Nadir, discover they are both in love with the same woman—Leïla, a sacred priestess sworn to chastity—their bond is put to the ultimate test. With soaring arias, passionate duets, and Bizet’s famously atmospheric score, the opera explores the painful intersections of loyalty and desire.

Featuring an acclaimed cast including Will Liverman as Zurga and Duke Kim as Nadir, this one-night-only concert performance offers an unforgettable evening of operatic drama and exquisite vocal artistry.