Founded in 1963 and under the general directorship of Speight Jenkins, Seattle Opera has developed into one of the leading opera companies in the U.S. Among its internationally acclaimed productions are 1998's Tristan und Isolde, which is being given this season at the Metropolitan Opera, as well as its much-anticipated Ring cycle. Here's a list of this season's productions, along with our recommendations of available recordings. For more information on the Seattle Opera and how to order tickets, call (206) 389-7600 or visit their Web site at www.seattleopera.org.

W. A. Mozart, The Magic Flute
January 15, 16, 18, 21, 22, 26, 28, 29, 2000
George Manahan, conductor;
Alexander Anisimov, Peter Kazaras, et al.

Modest Mussorgsky, Boris Godunov
February 26, 27; March 1, 3, 4, 8, 11, 2000
Patrick Fournillier, conductor;
Harolyn Blackwell, Vinson Cole, et al.

Leo Delibes, Lakmé
May 6, 7, 10, 12, 13, 14, 17, 19, 20, 2000
Edoardo Muller, conductor;
Earle Patriarco, Vivica Genaux, et al.

Gioacchino Rossini, The Barber of Seville
August 4, 11, 2000
TBA