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PUBLIC EVENTS


Take advantage of opera lectures, concerts, recitals and programs that are open to the public, many of which feature the 2009 Ensemble Artists. All events are free unless otherwise noted.

2008-2009 PUBLIC EVENTS SCHEDULE

Arias & Ensembles
St. John's Cathedral, Denver
January 13, 2009  at 12:00 pm
Listen as a talented group of performers sing popular highlights from the operatic and musical theatre repertoire. Appropriate for audiences of all ages, these performances include background information and interesting facts about the program selections to educate and entertain.

Preview The Pearl Fishers with Alliance Française
French opera is one of Europe’s most important operatic traditions, containing works by some of the world’s most beloved composers, including Georges Bizet. While many opera lovers may be familiar with Bizet’s most famous work, Carmen, relatively few people have had the chance to enjoy his earlier work The Pearl Fishers (Les Pêcheurs de Perles). Opera Colorado will produce the Rocky Mountain regional premiere of the little-known opera at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in February. Preview the performance with Opera Colorado General Director Greg Carpenter. Learn what makes French opera distinct from other traditions, including how Louis XIV has had a lasting impact on performances today. Members of the Opera Colorado Outreach Ensemble will perform selections from the opera. Limited seating available.

When – Thursday, January 22nd at 6pm
Where – Alliance Française Gallery, 571 Galapago Street
Cost - $8 members, $10 non-members. Free for high school and university students.
This presentation is in English.

Meet the Artists of The Pearl Fishers
Tattered Cover Bookstore (LoDo), Denver
February 4, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Get an insider's look at Bizet's exotic story of desire, friendship and sacrifice with a panel of cast and crew. This informative discussion in a casual setting ends with a Q&A session. Doors open at 11:30 am.

Fashion of Desire
Denver Library (downtown)
February 7, 2009, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Passion infuses fashion when Opera Colorado and Fashion Denver team up to celebrate the Rocky Mountain regional premiere of Bizet’s The Pearl Fishers. Denver designers present a designer showcase and runway show complete with live music selections from the opera. The event is free and open to the public.

The Music Shop
Boulder Library, Boulder
February 17, 2009 at 12:15 pm
Catch this one-act, English version of Wargo's madcap opera. When Ivan can't remember what song to buy his wife, he must ask the employees of the music shop to sing every song they have. A wonderful sampler of opera music, this zany comedy is sure to delight.

Meet the Artists of Cosi fan tutte
Tattered Cover Bookstore (LoDo), Denver
April 15, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Get an insider's look at Mozart's frothy comedy of seduction, disguise and infidelity with a panel of cast and crew. This informative discussion in a casual setting ends with a Q&A session. Doors open at 11:30 am.