Gustav Holst imagined Savitri for an open-air venue, which makes it a perfect fit for Laguna.

As a former yogi and yoga teacher, Oriana was drawn to its roots in Indian philosophy and to the way the opera invites a different kind of strength. Savitri meets Death and wins through love.

Opera Laguna will share this intimate work across our city in backyard gardens, courtyards, and living rooms..

Fast facts

• Title: Savitri, Opus 25. Chamber opera in one act.
Composed by Gustav Holst
Libretto by Gustav Holst after the Mahabharata
• Duration: about 30 minutes
• Composed: 1908
• Premiere: 5 December 1916, Wellington Hall, London

Tickets on sale early 2026.

host the opera tour

We are building a citywide trail of open air and salon performances that honor Laguna’s en plein air spirit. Patios, terraces, galleries, and intimate rooms are perfect. Offer your space for an evening with Holst’s Savitri. We will review your details and follow up with next steps.