An Operatic Joan of Arc

Divaria Productions Opera Company returns to Bay Street Theater on Saturday, October 14, for an 8 p.m. performance of “Joan of Arc: The Opera.” This is the ninth consecutive year Divaria has presented live opera at Bay Street, beginning with “La Traviata” in 2015.

“Joan of Arc: The Opera” is a multidisciplinary project featuring music from both Tchaikovsky’s “Maid of Orleans” and Verdi’s “Giovanna d’Arco” as well as text from Bernard Shaw’s “St. Joan” on its 100th anniversary and original coverage from Joan’s trial in the 15th century.

The production will star international opera singers including tenor Victor Starsky of New York City Opera and San Francisco Opera, Michael Nansel of New York City Opera as well as top caliber actors including La Rivers as Joan of Arc and Broadway veteran Michael Rudko as Bishop Cauchon. The production will be co-directed by J.A. Diaz and Andrew Bell, musically conducted by Sergio Martinez Zangroniz, and feature members of the New Asia Chamber Orchestra as well as a local ensemble of supporting actors.

In the annals of history, Joan of Arc is seen as a shining star — by Catholics, Protestants, traditionalists, feminists, the right and the left. People from all walks of life are moved by the story of a young woman who led an army to rescue Orléans from a violent siege, brought about the coronation of the Dauphin of France, and valiantly defended herself when she was condemned to death. In a time when the world is becoming increasingly polarized, sharing the story of a figure who unites many different viewpoints can help provide a vision for a more peaceful future.

Tickets start at $25 at baystreet.org or 631-725-9500. Bay Street Theater is on Long Wharf in Sag Harbor.