In announcing the premiere, Robert K. Meya, the opera’s general director, said: "I believe opera must speak to the moment we’re living in and tell stories that are brave, timely and true. Lili Elbe is one such story — a moving portrait of courage and love and a reminder of the right we all share to live authentically.
"Presenting its American premiere on the same stage where Tobias Picker’s Emmeline had its world premiere 30 years ago is also especially meaningful," he added. "To welcome him back with this landmark work, and with former apprentice singer Lucia Lucas in the title role, brings that journey full circle and reaffirms our commitment to bold, relevant and deeply human storytelling.”