Central City Opera's
YEAR-ROUND EVENTS
Spring Membership Event at Governor's Mansion
Wednesday, May 1 at 9:30 am
In appreciation for all the Central City Opera Guild does to make Colorado a great place to live, the Governor's Residence Preservation Fund invites the Guild for a mid-morning coffee and tea reception.
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In appreciation for all the Central City Opera Guild does to make Colorado a great place to live, the Governor's Residence Preservation Fund invites the Guild for a mid-morning coffee and tea reception.
The Great Opera Mix-up
Wednesday, June 19, 2013: Broomfield Academy in Broomfield, CO
Admission to any academic performance is solely at the discretion of the producing venue. Please contact the school directly to see if you may attend.
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Admission to any academic performance is solely at the discretion of the producing venue. Please contact the school directly to see if you may attend.
Out-on-the-Scene: Opera 101 Happy Hour
Wednesday, June 19, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Infinite Monkey Theorem Wine Lab, Denver
FREE Membership Event of The Scene; Guests $15
Head to the RiNo Arts District for The Scene's first free Membership Event on June 19th. Grab a friend and come to The Infinite Monkey Theorem Wine Lab. Meet, greet two of Central City Opera's Ensemble Artists and dapple a little with opera.
Mixed Taste: Comedic Opera & Vulcan Steel
Thursday, June 20, 5:30 pm Reception, 6:30 pm Main Event
Museum of Contemporary Art in Denver
CCO's presentation on Comedic Opera (Steven Aguiló-Arbues, pianist and conductor; Chad Reagan, baritone) is paired with Vulcan Steel. Click LEARN MORE to find out more about this event and MCA's Mixed Taste Series. Tickets $20 / $15 members; purchase through MCA Denver
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Museum of Contemporary Art in Denver
CCO's presentation on Comedic Opera (Steven Aguiló-Arbues, pianist and conductor; Chad Reagan, baritone) is paired with Vulcan Steel. Click LEARN MORE to find out more about this event and MCA's Mixed Taste Series. Tickets $20 / $15 members; purchase through MCA Denver
Make Music Denver
Friday, June 21 at 5:30 pm
Westin Hotel, Denver
Make Music Denver is a daylong celebration of local live music. On June 21, 2013 downtown sidewalks, parks, street corners, restaurants and businesses will become the stage for free concerts! FREE; no RSVP required.
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Westin Hotel, Denver
Make Music Denver is a daylong celebration of local live music. On June 21, 2013 downtown sidewalks, parks, street corners, restaurants and businesses will become the stage for free concerts! FREE; no RSVP required.
Central City Road Trip
Saturday, June 22, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Central City Opera House
Fresh City Life hosts this unique opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Central City Opera House. Take a special tour of the opera, get a backstage point of view and hear about the upcoming productions. FREE, registration required; register online or call 720-865-1206.
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Central City Opera House
Fresh City Life hosts this unique opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Central City Opera House. Take a special tour of the opera, get a backstage point of view and hear about the upcoming productions. FREE, registration required; register online or call 720-865-1206.
2013 Festival - June 29 to August 11
The Barber of Seville - June 29 to July 27
Our Town - July 6 to 28
Show Boat - August 6 to 11 in Denver
View the 2013 Festival performances in calendar format.
View the 2013 Festival brochure.
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Our Town - July 6 to 28
Show Boat - August 6 to 11 in Denver
View the 2013 Festival performances in calendar format.
View the 2013 Festival brochure.
Opening Night and Flower Girl Presentation
Saturday, June 29 at 5:00 pm
Central City Opera Opening Night & Flower Girl Presentation at the Yellow Rose Ball
Teller House Gardens and the Teller House in Central City
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Central City Opera Opening Night & Flower Girl Presentation at the Yellow Rose Ball
Teller House Gardens and the Teller House in Central City
Opera and Garden Parties
Saturday June 29 & Friday July 19*, at 5:00 pm
Byers-Evans House Museum, Denver
Tickets: History Colorado members - $20, nonmembers - $25, children ages 6 to 16 - $19.
*The June 8 event has been changed to July 19.
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Byers-Evans House Museum, Denver
Tickets: History Colorado members - $20, nonmembers - $25, children ages 6 to 16 - $19.
*The June 8 event has been changed to July 19.
Opera Notes
Free pre-performance preview before every main stage opera in Central City (1:50 or 7:15 pm)
Williams Stables Theatre (just across Eureka Street from the Opera House)
Seating is limited, so arrive early.
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Williams Stables Theatre (just across Eureka Street from the Opera House)
Seating is limited, so arrive early.
Live Broadcast - Opening Night of The Barber of Seville
If you can't join us in Central City, you can still be part of the action by tuning in to Colorado Public Radio's classical music station for a live broadcast at 8:00 pm. Available both over the air and online.
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Lunch & a Song
July 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28; all at 11:45am
Lunch and a 30-minute performance by a Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Artist to whet your opera appetite at the relaxed Teller House. Tickets just $30. BUY TICKETS
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Lunch and a 30-minute performance by a Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Artist to whet your opera appetite at the relaxed Teller House. Tickets just $30. BUY TICKETS
Short Works
July 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 17, 21, 23, 24, 27, 28 at 1:15 pm
A wide array of engaging short scenes for opera veterans or virgins, performed in the intimate Williams Stables Theatre before Central City matinees. Only $12 (Subscribers $8) BUY TICKETS
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A wide array of engaging short scenes for opera veterans or virgins, performed in the intimate Williams Stables Theatre before Central City matinees. Only $12 (Subscribers $8) BUY TICKETS
Central City Days
July 6 and 14 from 5:30-7:30pm
An extraordinary progress party based on the three acts of Our Town. Enjoy a country fair with food, beer and live music; a wedding reception with performances; and a finale you won't forget!
Central City Days/Our Town package - $75; BUY ONLINE
Central City Days festivities only $40 (Subscribers: add on two passes for just $75); call 303-292-6700 [online link coming soon]
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An extraordinary progress party based on the three acts of Our Town. Enjoy a country fair with food, beer and live music; a wedding reception with performances; and a finale you won't forget!
Central City Days/Our Town package - $75; BUY ONLINE
Central City Days festivities only $40 (Subscribers: add on two passes for just $75); call 303-292-6700 [online link coming soon]
Music! Words! Opera! Workshop
July 8 - July 12, 2013
Music! Words! Opera! Workshop - Professional Development for Educators
A summer workshop for educators ready to recharge their teaching batteries and have a lot of FUN while learning methods to help students connect and think creatively! Workshop - $99; optional graduate credits for an additional $180
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Music! Words! Opera! Workshop - Professional Development for Educators
A summer workshop for educators ready to recharge their teaching batteries and have a lot of FUN while learning methods to help students connect and think creatively! Workshop - $99; optional graduate credits for an additional $180
Performing Arts Intensive
July 11 - 27, 2013
Do you have students aged 14-19 who are ready for an extended performing arts workshop? Central City Opera and the Colorado Springs Conservatory offer the Performing Arts Intensive, two weeks of summer study with visiting master teaching artists. Under the direction of composer-in-residence, Mr. Roger Ames, students collaborate, create, and perform an original operatic work.
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Do you have students aged 14-19 who are ready for an extended performing arts workshop? Central City Opera and the Colorado Springs Conservatory offer the Performing Arts Intensive, two weeks of summer study with visiting master teaching artists. Under the direction of composer-in-residence, Mr. Roger Ames, students collaborate, create, and perform an original operatic work.
Après Opera
July 13, 19, 20, 26 - After the evening shows
Share cocktails and enjoy impromptu performances at the Teller House. Free admission.
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Share cocktails and enjoy impromptu performances at the Teller House. Free admission.
Take a Child to the Opera
Thursday, July 18 at 11:30 am
Enhance your Family Matinee experience! With this package (just $10 more than matinee tickets), festival goers can add inside information about the opera accompanied by pre-performance family fun activities, including a Central City scavenger hunt and interactive opera games with Take a Child to the Opera. We also invite you to bring your own lunch to picnic with us before the family matinee performance at 2:30 pm. TICKETS $25/child/$30 adult (includes the 2:30 pm Family Matinee of The Barber of Seville); BUY ONLINE or call 303-292-6700.
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Enhance your Family Matinee experience! With this package (just $10 more than matinee tickets), festival goers can add inside information about the opera accompanied by pre-performance family fun activities, including a Central City scavenger hunt and interactive opera games with Take a Child to the Opera. We also invite you to bring your own lunch to picnic with us before the family matinee performance at 2:30 pm. TICKETS $25/child/$30 adult (includes the 2:30 pm Family Matinee of The Barber of Seville); BUY ONLINE or call 303-292-6700.
Family Matinee Barber
Thursday, July 18 at 2:30pm
The Barber of Seville by Gioachino Rossini
This family-friendly matinee includes a narrator’s preview and an autograph session with the singers. For $10 more, enjoy fun pre=show activities starting at 11:30 am.
BUY FAMILY MATINEE TICKETS $15/child (ages 6 to 18) /$20 adult
BUY TAKE A CHILD TO THE OPERA PACKAGE $25/child/$30 adult; ticket includes preshow activities at 11:30 am and the 2:30pm Family Matinee of The Barber of Seville [You can also purchase by calling 303-292-6700.]
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The Barber of Seville by Gioachino Rossini
This family-friendly matinee includes a narrator’s preview and an autograph session with the singers. For $10 more, enjoy fun pre=show activities starting at 11:30 am.
BUY FAMILY MATINEE TICKETS $15/child (ages 6 to 18) /$20 adult
BUY TAKE A CHILD TO THE OPERA PACKAGE $25/child/$30 adult; ticket includes preshow activities at 11:30 am and the 2:30pm Family Matinee of The Barber of Seville [You can also purchase by calling 303-292-6700.]
Girlfriends' Day in Central City
Tuesday, July 23 in Central City for The Barber of Seville
Experience a beautiful summer day in Central City with friends, clients and colleagues. Enjoy a buffet catered lunch at noon, followed by Opera Notes and the 2:30 matinee performance of The Barber of Seville. Tickets for lunch and opera $79; to order, please call the Box Office at 303-292-6700.
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Experience a beautiful summer day in Central City with friends, clients and colleagues. Enjoy a buffet catered lunch at noon, followed by Opera Notes and the 2:30 matinee performance of The Barber of Seville. Tickets for lunch and opera $79; to order, please call the Box Office at 303-292-6700.
Performing Arts Intensive
July 26 at 4:00 pm and July 27 at 7:00 pm
See two special performances by the high-school kids attending this renowned 2-week summer opera camp. Tickets $5; BUY ONLINE or call 303-292-6700
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See two special performances by the high-school kids attending this renowned 2-week summer opera camp. Tickets $5; BUY ONLINE or call 303-292-6700
Overture Night in Denver
Thursday, August 8 in Denver; 5:00-7:00 Appetizers, 7:30 Show Boat performance.
Calling All Divos and Divas! Join us for this fun and lively introduction for show aficionados, both veterans and those new to opera. Start with refreshments at The Corner Office, followed by the 7:30 pm performance of Show Boat. Tickets for appetizers & opera $79; to order, please call the Box Office at 303-292-6700.
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Calling All Divos and Divas! Join us for this fun and lively introduction for show aficionados, both veterans and those new to opera. Start with refreshments at The Corner Office, followed by the 7:30 pm performance of Show Boat. Tickets for appetizers & opera $79; to order, please call the Box Office at 303-292-6700.
Riverboat Royale
Saturday, August 10
2:00 pm Show Boat Matinee Performance
5:30 pm Cocktails and Cuisine
7:00 pm Gaming opens
Spend a fun evening in Denver dancing the night away to live jazz at an après show masquerade ball. Indulge in cocktails, creole cuisine and unleash your inner gambler! Tickets start at $95 (includes the Show Boat matinee) or $50 for post-opera festivities only.
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2:00 pm Show Boat Matinee Performance
5:30 pm Cocktails and Cuisine
7:00 pm Gaming opens
Spend a fun evening in Denver dancing the night away to live jazz at an après show masquerade ball. Indulge in cocktails, creole cuisine and unleash your inner gambler! Tickets start at $95 (includes the Show Boat matinee) or $50 for post-opera festivities only.
Historic Properties Inventory Day
Monday, August 19
Stay tuned for more information on this event.
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Stay tuned for more information on this event.
Tiny Tots Inside the Orchestra
Saturday, September 21, 2013 - Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver
Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Come hear a Central City Opera singer sing Inside the Orchestra! Suggested Donation (for ages 1 and older): $7.50. Recommended for kids ages 6 and under. Register for tickets online
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Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Come hear a Central City Opera singer sing Inside the Orchestra! Suggested Donation (for ages 1 and older): $7.50. Recommended for kids ages 6 and under. Register for tickets online
Tiny Tots Inside the Orchestra
Monday, September 30, 2013 - The Wildlife Experience, Parker, CO
Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Come hear a Central City Opera singer sing Inside the Orchestra! Suggested Donation (for ages 1 and older): $7.50. Recommended for kids ages 6 and under. Register for tickets online
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Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Come hear a Central City Opera singer sing Inside the Orchestra! Suggested Donation (for ages 1 and older): $7.50. Recommended for kids ages 6 and under. Register for tickets online
Tiny Tots Inside the Orchestra
Tuesday, October 1, 2013 - Mile Hi Church, Lakewood, CO
Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Come hear a Central City Opera singer sing Inside the Orchestra! Suggested Donation (for ages 1 and older): $7.50. Recommended for kids ages 6 and under. Register for tickets online
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Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Come hear a Central City Opera singer sing Inside the Orchestra! Suggested Donation (for ages 1 and older): $7.50. Recommended for kids ages 6 and under. Register for tickets online
Tiny Tots Inside the Orchestra
Monday, October 21, 2013 - Temple Emanuel, Denver, CO
Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Come hear a Central City Opera singer sing Inside the Orchestra! Suggested Donation (for ages 1 and older): $7.50. Recommended for kids ages 6 and under. Register for tickets online
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Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Come hear a Central City Opera singer sing Inside the Orchestra! Suggested Donation (for ages 1 and older): $7.50. Recommended for kids ages 6 and under. Register for tickets online
L'Esprit de Noël Patron Preview Party
Thursday, November 21, 2013 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm
Thank you to those who attended our 2012 L'Esprit. Please stay tuned for information on the 2013 Patron Preview Party. Attendees at this annual party will get the first opportunity to tour the L'Esprit homes.
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Thank you to those who attended our 2012 L'Esprit. Please stay tuned for information on the 2013 Patron Preview Party. Attendees at this annual party will get the first opportunity to tour the L'Esprit homes.
L’Esprit de Noël Home Tour & Boutique
Friday and Saturday, November 22 & 23, 2013; Time TBD
Please save the date for the 37th Annual L’Esprit de Noël Home Tour & Boutique.
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Please save the date for the 37th Annual L’Esprit de Noël Home Tour & Boutique.