Opera Montana Presents: A River Runs Through It Music by Zach RedlerLibretto by Kelley Rourke & Matt FossBased on the Novella by Norman MacleanCommissioned, developed, and premiered by Opera MontanaWith funding from Carol Glenn & Sal Lalani, Drs. Dennis & Anne Wentz, and Ron Lerner, in loving memory of his wife, Jane LernerOpera Montana will present the World Premiere of A River Runs Through It in September 2026, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the publication of Norman Maclean’s now-classic novella. The story follows two brothers in early 20th century Montana as they grow up—and grow apart—against a backdrop of family, faith, and fishing. A River Runs Through It is commissioned by Opera Montana with generous support from Carol Glenn & Sal Lalani, Drs. Dennis & Anne Wentz, and Ron Lerner, in loving memory of Jane Lerner.Based on the novel by Norman Maclean, by kind permission of The University of Chicago Press, Jean Maclean Snyder and John N. Maclean.Performance Schedule September 18-20 & 24-27, 2026 – World Premiere (Bozeman, MT)Performance Schedule World Premiere (Bozeman, MT)September 18 7:00pmSeptember 19 7:00pmSeptember 20 3:00pmSeptember 24 7:00pmSeptember 25 7:00pmSeptember 26 7:00pmSeptember 27 3:00pm
