Adult education programs

Sacramento Opera offers a variety of informative and entertaining education and outreach programs about opera, or featured presentations about one of the company’s upcoming productions for groups of all sizes.

Each presentation is customized to accommodate venues ranging from classrooms, board rooms, and community centers.

Begin your journey into opera today!

Opera Interludes at Borders Books & Music
Opera Talks
Opera 101
Opera à la Carte

Opera Interludes at Borders Books & Music

Join us for a free, informal gathering at area Borders Books & Music stores throughout the year. Opera Interludes features stirring live performances and commentary about the Sacramento Opera's upcoming performances. Always entertaining and informative! Be sure to enter the evening's prize drawing for two free opera tickets.


Saturday, July 19, 2008 at 7 pm
Borders Books & Music
4750 Natomas Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95835
Featuring soprano Robin Fisher and pianist Laura Snell

Saturday, September 13, 2008 at 7 pm
Borders Books & Music
2339 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95825

CANCELLED - Saturday, November 15, 2008 at 7 pm
Borders Books & Music

Saturday, February 21, 2009 at 7 pm
Borders Books & Music
2339 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95825

Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 7 pm
Borders Books & Music
500 First St, Davis, CA 95616

 

Opera Talks

Highly informative and always entertaining, Opera Talks are the perfect introduction to upcoming productions. Featuring Sacramento Opera Artistic Director, Timm Rolek, and artists from upcoming productions.

The Pirates of Penzance Opera Talk
Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 7:30 pm

The Marriage of Figaro Opera Talk
Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at 7:30 pm

La Boheme Opera Talk
Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at 7:30 pm

All Opera Talks take place at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 6151 H Street, Sacramento. $7 subscribers/$10 general. Tickets available at the door. Free parking.

NEW! Opera Talk in Placerville
Sunday, October 26, 2008 at 4 pm
Upstairs Art Gallery, 420 Main Street, Placerville
FREE
RSVP to jcastaneda@sacopera.org or 916.737.1000

 

 

Opera 101

This 30 to 45 minute presentation is led by either Sacramento Opera’s Artistic Director or Executive Director. A brief retrospective of the history of opera, each program includes recorded musical excerpts, and where possible, a brief video presentation. In addition, participants will receive an overview of Sacramento Opera, including programs and services. Opera 101 programs are available throughout the year. Fee: $200. Contact Rod Gideons at the Sacramento Opera to schedule, 916.737.1000 or rgideons@sacopera.org.

 

Opera à la Carte

A perfect program for a lunch or dinner break, this presentation features one of Sacramento Opera’s Young Artists who will be joined by either the Artistic Director or Executive Director in an entertaining selection of familiar arias and lively interactive discussion about opera and singing. Opera à la Carte also provides a unique opportunity to see and meet one-on-one a young artist in the making! Programs may range from 30 to 45 minutes in duration and require a piano. Fee: $400. Available year-round. Contact Rod Gideons at the Sacramento Opera to schedule, 916.737.1000 or rgideons@sacopera.org.