Opera in two acts by Dean Burry
Performed in English with English supertitles
| Conductor | Lance Inouye |
| Stage Director | Martha Collins |
| Set Designer | Jeffrey W. Dean |
| Costume Designer | B.G. Fitzgerald |
After an exciting year during which they toured Italy, the Sarasota Youth Opera returns to present the U.S. premiere of The Hobbit. The prequel to The Lord of the Rings, the opera recounts how the comfort-loving Bilbo Baggins, unwillingly dragged into a heroic quest, accidentally acquires the golden ring of power. Opera Now magazine praised Canadian composer Dean Burry for his "rhythmically vital and melodic music." The talented Youth Opera members will be under the direction of the professional Youth Opera Staff for another fabulous Youth Opera production on the main stage of the Opera House.
Fidelity Investments is a corporate supporter of Sarasota Youth Opera.
May 9 at 7:30 p.m. and May 10 at 1:30 p.m.
Tickets: $20/Adults, $15/Students, $50/Family Pack (up to two adults and 4 students)
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Join the members of the company and other special guests as they celebrate the Sarasota Youth Opera Opening Night performance of The Hobbit. The event will include champagne and desserts with proceeds from the event's auction going to support Youth Opera programs. See the list below for some of the items on the auction.
Youth Opera Dessert Reception and Auction Sponsor.
May 9, following the performance of The Hobbit
Event Reservations: $25/Adult, $10/Students, $60/Family Price (Up to two adults and two students).
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This year we have a variety of unique items available to bid on. Please join us for a magical night of opera, champagne and dessert while placing your bid.
Be sure to check back as we are adding more items daily.
Sam Seltzer’s Steak House - Great Steaks! – Our Family Tradition
7113 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 34231
1 - Wine and Gift Basket includes dinner for two. Valued at $100
1 - Wine and Gift Basket includes lunch for two. Valued at $100
Mattison’s - A Medley of Culinary Excellence
25 Avenue of the Flowers, Longboat Key, FL or try one of three additional locations. www.mattisons.com
1 - Culinary wine and gift basket includes dinner for two – Valued at $150.00.
Caraguiulo’s Restaurant - Italian American Soul Food
69 S. Palm Ave. Sarasota. 9941) 951-0866 www.italiansoulfood.com
2 - Gift Certificates - Valued at $50 each.
The Concession Golf Club 7710 Lindrick Lane, Bradenton – Round of golf for 4 – includes all fees and carts. Valued at $1,250.00.
The Concession Golf Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus in association with Tony Jacklin, opened on January 23, 2006. This 18-hole par 72course is set on 520 acres of ruggedly pristine land dotted with massive oaks and majestic pines. It totals 7470 yards from the tips of the back tees and runs three miles from tip to tip. It is one of only two clubs in the country that has the Advanced Aer system under all 18 greens guaranteeing tournament-quality play conditions all year.
Hobbitation – An original acrylic on canvas by B. Aline Blanchard
Symbolism from many cultures is imbeded in Hobbitation: for example, Gabriel's horn and an angel's halo.It was painted with acrylic and interference or "flip" paints which change color as the viewer walks past it. You will always see something new when you look at this painting from a new angle.
Donated by B. Aline Studio and Gallery 3449 Technology Dr. Suite 104 Venice, FL Valued at $900
Multi Colored, Polished Stone Necklace.– Donated by Helen Ringus, Owner Wearable Art –Distinctive jewelry and apparel for women. 1454 Main Street, Sarasota (941) 957-0105. Valued at $95
LLADRO Porcelain - Little Angel with Lyre – Donated by Shrode Jewelers 1433 Main Street, Sarasota, FL (941) 365-4234 www.shrodejewelers.com. Valued at $135
The Flight of the Lynx – Beautifully framed print by Josephine Wall. Donated by Kennedy Studios Graphics and Framing 1472 Main Street, Sarasota.. (941) 952-0358. Valued at $50.00
The Green Flash – Original acrylic on canvas by Dan Duffy. Donated by Dan Duffy Art 3230 Kingswood Dr. Sarasota, FL (941) 735-1168. tiki-dan@comcast.net
Tuscan Vase brightly accented in orange, green and blue donated by Suzanne Foster – Valued at $75
Gandalf’s Hat - Authentic, Lord of the Rings ™.
This unique and whimsical prop is the hat worn by Gandalf in the Sarasota Youth Opera production of The Hobbit and is signed by Dean Burry, Canadian composer of this adaptation and the Sarasota Youth Opera cast! Valued at $125
Dean Burry’s The Hobbit adapted from J.R.R. Tolkien - An original framed, handwritten music score on parchment– signed by Dean Burry Valued at $100.00
The Hobbit - Copyright 1966 Boxed Collectors Edition,– donated by Parker’s Books 1488 Main St. Sarasota (941) 366-1373 http://aparkers.com
Valued at $40
The Hobbit - My Precious sculpture in pewter and ceramic – donated by Karl Hesser Director of Education, Sarasota Opera.– Value $95
AJ Nail Salon and Spa located at 4220 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota - Certificate for Nails - Regular Full Set – Valued at $30
Max’s Dog Bakery & Shaggy Chic Boutique 1375 Main Street Sarasota (941) 330-0330 www.maxsdogbakery.com - Gift Certificate - Value - $25