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Upcoming Performances & Events
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Our opera productions may not begin until Verdi’s Rigoletto opens in the fall, but during the summer, we’ll bring you plenty of opera and ballet on the big screen.
The 2019 HD AT THE OPERA HOUSE Season begins in May, and features operas like La Forza del destino, Faust, The Merry Widow and La traviata; ballets like Mayerling and Romeo & Juliet, and much more.
Tickets are just $20.
Sundays at 1:30 pm, beginning May 19, 2019
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Enjoy a performance by the Sarasota Cuban Ballet School's national and international 2019 Summer Intensive young talented dancers, performing ballet classics and exciting new works at 1:30pm.
Experience a remarkable, one-night-only performance which showcases the passion and excitement of ballet in the Cuban style! This performance will feature selections from many ballet classics and as well as exciting new works danced by national and international young performers, including special guest artists at 7:30pm.
Tickets on sale June 17, 2019.
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Now in its sixth year, this established Sarasota tradition will bring you to Sarasota Opera House, where your favorite downtown restaurants will be showcasing their tasty dishes paired with fine wines and assorted beers. Proceeds from this event benefit the Sarasota Youth Opera, who will perform during the event. Come mix & mingle, sample tasty bites, and have a drink with us to celebrate the end of summer in Sarasota!
Tickets: $75 per person
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‘East Marries West’ is a world-renowned collaboration between two musical giants - Pandit Shubhendra Rao on the sitar, and Vidushi Saskia Rao-de Haas on the Indian cello. Tabla accompaniment is provided by Aditya Kalyanpur.
The musical duo has performed in several cities in the US and around the world including UK, France, South Africa, India, and Australia. However, they will be performing in Sarasota for the first time.
Their concert is being promoted by the Sunrise Rotary of Sarasota, to fund several specialized beach wheelchairs for the disabled. In conjunction with the Sarasota County Department of Parks and Recreation, the targeted beaches are Siesta Key, Lido and Nokomis beach.
Video clips can be seen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=RDmmnXYT3oM78&v=mmnXYT3oM78
Tickets on sale Monday, May 20.
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Understand opera like never before with Executive Director Richard Russell and Director of Artistic Administration Greg Trupiano as they present these 4 fun-fact filled talks in the fall. Four Thursdays at 5:pm.
Tickets: $25 per person, $75 for all talks
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Michael's on East Ballroom
Traditionally the start of Sarasota Opera’s social season, this event is where long-time patrons reunite, and new friends are made among fellow opera lovers. The evening will begin with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the courtyard, followed by a three-course dinner and an exciting performance by artists from The Barber of Seville.
Tickets: $195 per person
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Rigoletto
November 1–17
Opera by Giuseppe Verdi
LOVE IS DANGEROUS
The story of a protective father, a lecherous Duke, and a naive woman who discovers that love isn’t always true, one of Verdi’s greatest works returns to Sarasota Opera.
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Join us on Mondays during opera season for a tour of the historic Sarasota Opera House, complete with backstage tour. You'll hear some great stories, and discover why the Sarasota Opera house is at the very center of Sarasota's cultural life.
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Enjoy these hour-long concerts featuring Sarasota Opera’s Apprentice and Studio artists singing arias and ensembles.
Tickets: $5
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Brundibár
November 15 & 16
A Youth Opera by Hans Krása with a prologue by Jesse Martins and Martha Collins
LOVE CONQUERS EVIL
Performed dozens of times by the children of Thereseinstadt concentration camp during WWII, this tale of friendship, perseverance, and teamwork will touch your heart.
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Please see individual performance for description.
Tickets on sale for Perlman Suncoast Members August 15 (a promo code is required).
Tickets on sale for the general public September 16.
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Presented by Temple Beth Sholom, Bimah to Broadway - Azi Schwartz.
Azi Schwartz is the principal Cantor at the Park Avenue Synagogue in New York City. He has performed all over the world and is one of the best known Cantors in practiice today. He will be performing genre ranging from Jewish liturgy, to Broadway, pop music ,Opera and more.
It will be a 90 minute performance with no intermission.
Tickets on sale August 15.
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The annual Opera Gala celebrates the beginning of Sarasota Opera’s Winter Festival. The elegant affair will include a cocktail hour, silent auction, four course dinner, a special performance by our Principal Artists, and live music for dancing. Let’s raise a glass of champagne together at the premier social event in Sarasota!
Tickets: $350 per person
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This Sarasota Opera tradition is back! Hear Principal and Studio artists perform their choice of the best-loved opera arias and songs with piano accompaniment.
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Sarasota Yacht Club
Celebrating the outstanding Sarasota Opera artists who will be honored in 2020, join us for lunch overlooking Sarasota Bay. You will experience a live performance by the award winners, and learn more about our studio and apprentice artist programs.
Tickets: $75 Individual or $125 per Patron Sponsor (includes donation to support the apprentice artist program, premium seating, and recognition in the program)
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Membership to the The Simonsen & Montminy Opera Club for the 2019-2020 Season begins November 1, 2019 and expires March 22, 2020.
Donors at the Regent Level ($1,250) and higher, please call Brenda Tamm, 941-366-8450, Ext. 250, to take advantage of your membership discount.
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