San Diego Shows: January 17, 2026 & January 18, 2026
Role of Mother/River
World Premiere: Commissioned by Bodhi Tree Concerts, Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote is composed by Anthony Davis, with a libretto by Allan Havis and Spanish translations by Laura Fuentes. It is based on the children’s book of the same name by award-winning Mexican American author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh, with stage direction by J.Ed Araiza and in collaboration with Opera de Tijuana. The opera will include artists of all ages, and its purpose is to truthfully reflect border  life, the life of migrant workers, and the families who love them.