The Santa Fe Opera Presents: Film & Opera in Conversation - The Danish Girl (2015)

To conclude the Film & Opera In Conversation series, the director of Lili Elbe James Robinson joins us to introduce a screening of Tom Hooper’s The Danish Girl (2015). Inspired by the life of pioneering transgender artist Lili Elbe, the film traces a deeply personal journey of identity, transformation and love, resonating with the themes explored in this season’s American premiere.
James Robinson is General & Artistic Director of Seattle Opera and one of the most respected directors working in opera today. He has staged productions at The Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago and companies around the world, including several acclaimed world premieres. A frequent collaborator with Santa Fe Opera, his past productions include La bohème, Vanessa, Dr. Sun Yat Sen and Così fan tutte. His work is known for its emotional depth and commitment to contemporary storytelling.
Film Runtime: 120 minutes
MPA Rating: R
The Santa Fe Opera and the Center for Contemporary Arts (CCA) invite you to set the stage for the 2026 Festival Season with a specially curated film series exploring the powerful intersection of cinema and opera.
Each screening is thoughtfully paired with a production from the Santa Fe Opera’s summer season, offering new perspectives on timeless stories of love, identity, transformation and human connection. Featuring introductions and conversations with members of the season’s creative teams, these evenings provide a unique opportunity to experience opera through a cinematic lens.
Join us Wednesdays at 6 pm throughout July for evenings of film, conversation and discovery.
Start Time: 6 pm
Location: Center for Contemporary Arts (CCA)
1050 Old Pecos Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87505