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Celebrate Our Chorus Event for $250 and up Sacramento Opera Donors
This exclusive event is a special benefit for Sacramento Opera donors at the $250 and up level. It will take place on Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 7 pm, Trinity Lutheran Church, 1500 27th Street, Sacramento. Chorus Master Ming Luke will speak about the Sacramento Opera's upcoming production of La Traviata, the play and book upon which the opera was based, and the role of the chorus in the production. Donors will sit in on a live chorus rehearsal with Mr. Luke providing explanations of the rehearsal process. RSVP to Melissa Cirone at mcirone@sacopera.org or 916.737.1000...READ MORE
One of the most compelling and popular operas in the repertoire. Verdi's controversial tale of doomed love and ultimate sacrifice, is filled with passion, betrayal, and some of Verdi's finest music for the lyric stage. Based on true events from the life of author, Alexandre Dumas, Jr., and his lover Marie Duplessis, this opera is a must see.
Special discounts on select seating: In response to the numerous loyal Sacramento Opera ticket buyerswho have had to scale back their entertainment expenses during last year and were not able to afford the opera this season, the Sacramento Opera has lowered its ticket prices up to 39% off in select rows for the company's remaining productions. For tickets, call 916.808.5181 or tickets.com. This offer is also applicable to first time goers.
Student Rush: Present a current student identification card at the Sacramento Community Center Theater Box Office one hour prior to curtain time to receive two tickets at $10 each plus the $3 per ticket Sacramento Community Center Theater Facility Fee. Cash only. Seating is subject to availability.
Learn what opera is really all about. Demystifying Opera takes a thought-provoking look at the world of opera, including a brief history of the art form through the use of visual and audio excerpts. We'll discuss various genres, voice types and how they relate to character, the influence of opera on modern music, and how opera has made its way into popular culture. The discussion also features lively commentary and discussion about one of Sacramento Opera's upcoming productions. Led by Community Engagement Coordinator, Joey Castaneda, Demystifying Opera will peel away opera's aura of elitism and exclusivity, and explain how a night at the opera can be as easy to enjoy as an episode of CSI or Top Chef. Be sure to enter our prize drawing for two free tickets.
Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 3 pm (Immediately following the Friends of Elk Grove Library meeting) Elk Grove Library
Photo: The Marriage of Figaro, Sacramento Opera/Eleakis & Elder Photography.
Maestro Timm Rolek gives lively, interactive presentations with a fun dose of humor and modern scenario descriptions.
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* FREE EVENT Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at noon Music at Noon: Featuring Maestro Rolek & guest artists from La Traviata
Westminster Presbyterian Church
1300 N Street, Sacramento
* Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 7:30 pm La Traviata Opera Talk: Featuring Maestro Rolek
Scottish Rite Masonic Center
6151 H Street, Sacramento
Tickets $10 general and $7 subscribers
Tickets available at the door.
* As always, your generous tax-deductible contributions are vital to our success.
The Sacramento Opera 2009-2010 Season Corporate Sponsor: James Irvine Foundation; Raley's Family of Fine Stores; Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission, and the Residence Inn Sacramento Downtown at Capitol Park.
The mission of the Sacramento Opera (a nonprofit organization) is to produce outstanding opera, to develop and cultivate a wider public interest in opera and its allied arts, and to further music education in the region.
