Opera Film Series: Mefistofele
January 9, 2027 @ 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
| $15Join Opera Maine for a special screening of Mefistofele, a rare chance to experience Arrigo Boito’s vivid take on the Faust legend on film. See how music, text, and visual storytelling come together in this powerful opera. This film series offers space to watch, listen, and talk with others who are curious about opera—whether you’re a longtime fan or just exploring 🎬🎭.
Film Series subscription grants access to all five Film Series screenings for a one-time fee of $50. Individual screenings are $15.
Mefistofele by Arrigo Boito
1989 filmed production at San Francisco Opera
Maurizio Arena, Conductor
Samuel Ramey as Mefistofele
Dennis O’Neill as Faust
Gabriela Beňačková as Margherita / Elena
Judith Christin as Marta
Daniel Harper as Wagner
Runtime: 160 minutes (2 hrs 40 min)
Performed in Italian with English subtitles