This December 2026, Light Opera of New Jersey proudly presents Amahl and the Night Visitors a heartwarming holiday opera. Under the creative direction of Susan Speidel, we invite you to join us for an evening full of timeless music and festive storytelling. Gian Carlo Menotti’s Amahl and the Night Visitors, was first commissioned for television and premiered on Christmas Eve by NBC Television Opera Theatre in 1951, Amahl has become a treasured part of many families’ holiday tradition. A poor young boy is awakened in the middle of the night by a knock on the door, and who should he find but three kings following a star. This one act opera emphasizes generosity and the importance of family and is the perfect performance to start off your holiday season. LONJ is proudly producing Amahl for the sixth time in the company’s 31-year history.