Benevolence Opera Project & Redwood Theatre Present Don Giovanni

A One-Night-Only Opera Event Supporting the Redwood Women’s Shelter

Toronto, ON — Benevolence Opera Project and Redwood Theatre are proud to present a special, one-night-only one-of-a-kind performance of Don Giovanni, featuring Canadian Baritone Alexander Hajek in the titular role of Mozart’s electrifying masterpiece of seduction, power, and consequence, on Friday, May 22 at 8:00 PM at the Redwood Theatre.

This unique performance serves as both an exceptional artistic event and a meaningful fundraiser in support of the Redwood Women’s Shelter. Featuring some of Canada’s finest operatic talent, this intimate production invites audiences into a thrilling “chess match” of wit, desire, and morality—brought vividly to life in the vibrant Redwood Theatre space.

A pre-performance talk will be given at 7:15 PM by Opera Canada’s Michael Jones, offering insight into the opera’s enduring legacy and themes.

Cast & Creative Team:

Don Giovanni — Alexander Hajek

Leporello — Luke Noftall

Masetto — James Coole-Stevenson

Commendatore — Andrew Tees

Donna Anna — Susan Elizabeth Brown

Don Ottavio — Cameron Mazzei

Donna Elvira — Mary Ferrari

Zerlina — Kathryn Rose Johnston

Musical Director & Pianist — Brahm Goldhamer

Narrator & Producer — Ryan Hofman

Event Details:

Date: Friday, May 22

Time: 8:00 PM (Pre-talk at 7:15 PM given by Opera Canada editor, Michael Jones)

Location: Redwood Theatre, 1300 Gerrard St E., Toronto