School Programs
Opera combines thrilling music with compelling stories that are told with deep emotional commitment! We look forward to sharing the wonder of opera with all ages. Explore the programs and performances offered below. See you at the opera!
Opera Artists in Schools
A visit to your school or classroom by the Sarasota Opera Resident Artists will introduce your students to the thrill of the world of opera. Through a performance of opera excerpts and Q&A, students will learn about the basics of opera, theater, careers in the arts, music terms and more.
Cost
FREE for all schools
Fall 2023 Availability
Performance dates available from October 5th to November 17.
Technical Requirements
A piano is an asset, but Sarasota Opera can provide one if necessary.
Questions and Inquires
Please email Martha Collins, Director of Education at [email protected] or call (941) 328-1307.
Grade Levels
Intended for and adaptable to all grade levels (Kindergarten through 12th Grade)
To Sign Up
Standards & Benchmarks
COMING SOON
Invitation to Opera
Students and teachers are invited to attend orchestra dress rehearsals for free!
Come experience the uniqueness of live opera and interact with performers during intermissions!
The English text is projected above the stage so all the action is easy to follow!
Cost
FREE for school and homeschool groups
Standards & Benchmarks
COMING SOON
Registration
Chaperone Guidelines
Schools: 1 adult for every 10 students
Homeschoolers: 1 adult for every 4 students
2023-24 Season Opportunities
LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR by Gaetano Donizetti
Thursday, February 22, 12:00 - 3:30
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
To save his family's fortunes, Enrico has promised his sister Lucia's hand to a Scottish nobleman instead of Edgardo, the man she loves and a member of a rival family. The ensuing drama is excitingly captured in Donizetti's hauntingly beautiful music as Enrico's deceit leads to Lucia's madness.
To read the full synopsis click:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucia_di_Lammermoor
LUISA MILLER by Giuseppe Verdi
Thursday, March 7, 12:00 - 3:30
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
Luisa, the daughter of an aged soldier, is in love with Carlo, the son of the ruthless Count Walter. The Count's opposition to the couple's love leads to tragedy in an opera filled with memorable arias and thrilling ensembles.
To read the full synopsis click:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luisa_Miller
DECEIT OUTWITTED (L'INFEDELTÀ DELUSA) by Joseph Haydn
Wednesday, Mar. 13, 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
In this comedy, the peasant Filippo hopes his daughter will marry a rich farmer instead of the poor peasant with whom she is in love. Through a series of comic complications (including a parade of disguises), all is happily resolved!
To read the full synopsis click:
L'infedeltà delusa - Wikipedia
Grade Levels
We encourage teachers to review the synopsis of the opera or speak with our Director of Education to discuss appropriateness of content for specific age groups.
Contact Martha Collins / [email protected] / 941-328-1307
Exploration Grants
COMING SOON
Questions & Inquires
Please email Martha Collins, Director of Education at [email protected] or call (941) 328-1307.
Opera House Tour & Career Exploration
Experience the thrill of standing on the opera stage! Explore the Opera House through interactive tours highlighting the history of the Opera House, its connection to Sarasota, and careers in the arts. Tours include visits to the backstage area, the scenic, costume, and prop shops as well as Q&A sessions. When available, the tour will culminate with a short performance of opera excerpts by our Professional Resident Artists.
Students will:
• Explore connections to social studies, visual arts, theatre arts, and music
• Learn about the many careers within the arts, both on and off the stage
• Identify the duties of some of backstage careers at the Opera House
• Examine the history of the Sarasota Opera House
• Gain an understanding of the economic and civic importance of the arts in the Sarasota
Cost
FREE for school groups!
To Sign Up
Please contact Martha Collins, Director of Education at [email protected] or call (941) 328-1307.
Grade Levels
Intended for grades 5 and up
Exploration Grants
COMING SOON.
Availability
Throughout the year, dependent on availability of the theater.
Group Size
Maximum of 60 per group tour.
Standards & Benchmarks
COMING SOON.
