Season 13 Past Performances
Opera in the Park 2024: A Royal Affair
An enchanting evening under the stars with Boulder Opera’s annual "Opera in the Park" concert. We invite you to delve into the opulent world of royalty through the captivating arias, scenes and choruses from some of the most famous operas. The concert will feature selections from Handel’s Giulio Cesare, Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier, Verdi’s Nabucco and Macbeth, and Iphigenie en Tauride by Gluck..
family series: the adventures of pinocchio by Jonathan Dove
This is a spellbinding rendition of Jonathan Dove's "The Adventures of Pinocchio," featuring an ensemble orchestra conducted by the talented Mario Barbosa. This one-hour opera is perfectly crafted for family enjoyment, bringing the timeless story of the wooden puppet with dreams of becoming a real boy to life. With its enchanting music and a narrative that captures the hearts of both children and adults, this show is an ideal outing for families seeking a magical cultural experience.
Gianni Schicchi and Il Tabarro
Boulder Opera presents the drama and intensity of Puccini's masterpieces, "Gianni Schicchi" and "Il Tabarro." This compelling double bill showcases an ensemble orchestra conducted by the acclaimed Brandon Matthews with riveting stage direction by Gene Roberts. "Gianni Schicchi" offers a delightful tale of cunning and humor, while "Il Tabarro" unfolds a gripping story of love and betrayal on the Seine. Together, these operas provide a rich, emotional contrast that captures the essence of Puccini’s genius. Join us for an evening of unforgettable opera contrasting tragedy and comedy with extraordinary melodies.
GALA CONCERT 2024: “Operatic Gems”
A fantastic evening where we will share many operatic treasures with our wonderful neighbors, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and, of course, the amazing voices of our artists at our 2024-25 Season Gala Concert.
Our talented singers will present a preview of what is coming in our 2024-25 season, and you can support us by participating in the silent auction that will help us raise essential funds for our Family Series, outreach education programs, and mainstage productions. As a cultural gem itself, the Boulder Opera continues to be a cherished treasure in the Boulder community, nurturing the arts and inspiring audiences with its diverse and captivating productions.
Testing, testing 1-2-3 Boulder Opera House Concert Series
Get ready for a unique and intimate experience! Join us for a special concert series at a potential home for Boulder Opera. Our finest singers will test the acoustics and energy of the space by performing arias and scenes from a variety of beloved operas. This is your chance to help us envision of our potential opera house! With only 50 seats available, it’s an exclusive opportunity to get up close to world-class talent in a beautiful setting.
Private House Concert
Join us for a private house concert featuring selections of operas most beloved arias and duets, with Mario Barbosa at the piano. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of exquisite music, delicious food, and fine drinks in an intimate setting all in support of Boulder Opera’s mission to bring opera to our community.
FIRE AND FIESTA WITH LA DIVA DIA
Join mezzo-soprano Dianela Acosta and friends for an unforgettable evening of sizzling rhythms and passionate melodies, all while supporting the future of Boulder Opera! Featuring vocal music by Lecuona, Guastavino, De Falla, and an exciting selection from zarzuela and opera’s, this concert will ignite the stage with fiery passion and Latin flair. Accompanied by the brilliant pianist Fernanda Nieto, the performance promises to be a celebration of rhythm, culture, and music that will leave you craving more.
This special event is a fundraiser to support Boulder Opera's plans for acquiring an Opera House.
Season 12 Past Performances
OPERATIZERS: TASTE OF OPERA
Experience the rich tapestry of North American operatic storytelling with our program of short operas. Delve into the uncertainty of dating, the complexities of unhappily married couples, the turmoil of a conflicted bride, and the intricate dynamics of romantic relationships. Join us at Boulder Opera Company as we bring these captivating tales to life through music, drama, and emotion.
The Magic Flute by Mozart
The Boulder Opera Company presents a family friendly performance of the iconic Magic Flute by Mozart. Enter the magical world where Prince Tamino is confronted with strange and fantastical creatures. Tamino meets his friend Papageno and the two of them set off on an adventure to save the beautiful Pamina from her evil mother The Queen of the Night. They join forces with The King of the light Sarastro. Will they be stopped by the evil three ladies who work for the Queen? Will the young Spirits be able to aid them on their journey of heroism? Can Papageno finally find his Papagena?
Opera in the Park 2024 - The Ring by Wagner
Boulder Opera presents an outdoor concert exploring scenes and arias from Der Ring des Nibelungen by Wagner.
An outdoor concert will feature some of Boulder’s most talented rising artists, performing classic arias and scenes from Das Rheingold, Die Walkure, Siegfried and Gotterdammerung.
Witness Wagner's famous tetralogy in just 2 hours and a half and meet gods, giants, dwarfs, water maidens and valkyries.
Phenomenal Cage: Opera Workshop
Join Boulder Opera for an exclusive sneak peek at a gorgeous new piece of music, The Phenomenal Cage, ahead of its 2025 premiere! By attending The Phenomenal Cage workshop, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping this new work as it is being written.
Immerse yourself in the creative process as we eagerly gather audience feedback, refine the libretto and score, and explore the potential impact this opera can have on our community. Enjoy a short concert of fun moments from contemporary opera staples, ask questions and learn about the process of bringing a fresh work to fruition, meet the artistic team, enjoy refreshments, and become an integral part of our mission to enrich the community with groundbreaking music.
Xochitl and The Flowers
Boulder Opera presents the free public performance and workshop of the children's opera Xochitl and the Flowers.
Xochitl and the Flowers (pronounced “soh-chee”) is a bilingual opera sung in both English and Spanish by Santa Cruz based composer Chris Pratorium Gómez. Based on real-life events in San Francisco’s Mission neighborhood, this quintessentially American immigration story tells the moving tale of a family’s determination to put down roots in a new country, while still preserving the heritage of their homeland. The opera is based on Jorge Argueta’s children’s book Xochitl and the Flowers. The music is influenced by Latin American styles and will include traditional percussion instruments and rhythms.
