The latest news on performances of Opera in Sarasota.
Sarasota Opera House Marks 100 Years with Concert, Gala & Film Screening
by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2026
Sarasota Opera will mark the 100th anniversary of the Sarasota Opera House with a weekend of events on April 11 and 12, including a concert, a dinner celebration, and a free film screening. ...
Sarasota Opera Awarded $24,000 NEA Grant in Support of 2026 Production of SUSANNAH
by A.A. Cristi - March 09, 2026
Sarasota Opera has announced that it has been awarded a $24,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) as part of the federal agency's Freedom 250 initiative in celebration of America's 250th anniversary....
Sarasota Opera Will Present SUSANNAH This March
by A.A. Cristi - February 23, 2026
Sarasota Opera will open Susannah on Saturday, March 14 — the fourth and final production in its 2026 Winter Festival. Audiences have six opportunities to see the production, which runs through March 28....
Sarasota Opera to Launch 2026 Summer Program for Emerging Singers
by A.A. Cristi - February 18, 2026
Sarasota Opera has announced two exciting summer training opportunities for young singers: Sarasota Youth Opera Summer Camp and the Sarasota Opera Vocal Academy, a specialized intensive for pre-college vocalists....
Sarasota Opera to Present Verdi's IL TROVATORE This March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 17, 2026
Sarasota Opera will continue its proud tradition of presenting operas by Giuseppe Verdi with Il trovatore. Il trovatore was the most popular of Verdi's works during his lifetime, and it remains one of his most performed....
LA TRAVIATA, H.M.S. PINAFORE and More Set for Sarasota Opera 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 11, 2026
After celebrating the 2026 centennial of the Sarasota Opera House during its current season, Sarasota Opera has revealed the five mainstage productions of its 2026-27 season....
Sarasota Opera to Celebrate Centennial with 2026 Winter Festival
by A.A. Cristi - February 09, 2026
Sarasota Opera will present a special Opera Lovers Weeks during its 2026 Winter Festival, allowing attendees to experience four operas in just three days....
Puccini's LA BOHEME to be Presented at Sarasota Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
Sarasota Opera will open its 2026 Winter Festival with Giacomo Puccini's La bohème at the Sarasota Opera House. As the company enters its 67th season, it embarks on a momentous year celebrating the Opera House's centennial....
Sarasota Opera Announces Departure Of Longtime Artistic Director Victor DeRenzi
by A.A. Cristi - December 02, 2025
Sarasota Opera has announced that Maestro Victor DeRenzi, Artistic Director and Principal Conductor, has decided to leave the company at the end of his current contract in May 2026....
Sarasota Opera Receives $30,000 Strategic Partnership Grant from Community Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - September 15, 2025
Sarasota Opera has announced a $30,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, provided by the Martha Leiter and Nancy Streetman Fund II and the Allen Wirtz Nobbe and Jo Bowen Nobbe Fund....
Sarasota Opera Opens Ticket Sales at the Box Office
by Stephi Wild - September 02, 2025
Tickets are now on sale at the Sarasota Opera Box Office for the 2025/2026 season. As of Tuesday, September 2, tickets can be purchased in person at the Box Office....
Sarasota Opera Reveals Casts for 2025–2026 Season, Featuring LA BOHÈME, THE MERRY WIDOW & More
by A.A. Cristi - July 28, 2025
Sarasota Opera has revealed casting for its 2025–2026 season, marking the company's 67th year and the centennial of the historic Sarasota Opera House....
Sarasota Opera Welcomes New Addition To Development Team
by A.A. Cristi - June 02, 2025
Sarasota Opera will welcome Matthew Glover to its Development Department. Glover joined the team on May 15 as Events and Corporate Officer. Glover brings a dynamic blend of performance and arts administration experience to his new role at Sarasota Opera. ...
Sarasota Opera Receives $50,000 Grant From Selby Foundation For Piano Purchase
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2025
Sarasota Opera has been awarded a $50,000 traditional grant for Spring 2025 from The William G. and Marie Selby Foundation to assist in the purchase of seven new pianos, including three Boston baby grand pianos and four upright pianos....
See 2025 Sarasota Opera Productions for Free This Spring at The Bay
by A.A. Cristi - March 31, 2025
Although Sarasota Opera's Winter Festival has ended, area residents will have the opportunity this spring to view recorded performances of three operas from this year's season for free at The Bay park, the blue-and-green gathering place in downtown Sarasota!...
Four Sarasota Winter Festival Operas To Be Presented During Opera Lovers Weeks
by A.A. Cristi - February 25, 2025
Opera lovers can immerse themselves in four operas in a three- or four-day period during Sarasota Opera's Winter Opera Festival. By visiting Sarasota during one of the two Opera Lovers Weeks, patrons can see four world-class productions in the historic and intimate Sarasota Opera House. In addition,...
THE BARBER OF SEVILLE to Open This Weekend at Sarasota Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 17, 2025
Sarasota Opera will open Gioachino Rossini’s The Barber of Seville on Saturday, Feb. 22. One of the most beloved comic operas in the repertoire, it is also one of the most frequently performed works worldwide. Learn more!...
Sarasota Opera House Cebrates 100th Anniversary and More In 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - February 12, 2025
There's much to celebrate next season at Sarasota Opera. After a two-year hiatus, the company is bringing back its Fall opera in October 2025, which will be Così fan tutte, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, followed by Sarasota Youth Opera's production of Hans Krása's Brundibár....
Florida Grand Opera Receives A Matching Gift From Tina Vidal-Duart And Carlos Duart
by A.A. Cristi - January 24, 2025
Florida Grand Opera has received an additional $1 million matching gift from philanthropists Tina Vidal-Duart and Carlos Duart....
Sarasota Opera Announces 2025 Mini Events
by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2025
Sarasota Opera is once again offering its popular Mini Events, which take place throughout the year and are themed, intimate dining events hosted at a private home or venue. ...
Florida Grand Opera Presents THE MAGIC FLUTE
by A.A. Cristi - November 07, 2024
Florida Grand Opera has announced the season kickoff with a new production of THE MAGIC FLUTE on November 16th....
Tickets On Sale Now For The Sarasota Opera Food And Wine Festival
by A.A. Cristi - September 04, 2024
Tickets are now available for the Sarasota Opera Food and Wine Festival, featuring gourmet food, fine wines, and live performances....
Sarasota Opera Expands Development Department
by A.A. Cristi - August 16, 2024
As Sarasota Opera's Fall and Winter seasons approach, the company has expanded its development staff and promoted a longtime employee....
Register To PartIcipate In The Sarasota Youth Opera's THE HOBBIT Through August 31
by A.A. Cristi - July 29, 2024
Young performers are invited to register for a chance to participate in THE HOBBIT. This opportunity allows aspiring actors to showcase their talent in a beloved fantasy production....
Sarasota Opera to Present Final Performances Of Its 2024 Winter Opera Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 13, 2024
The Sarasota Opera 2024 Winter Opera Festival is in its final weeks of performances. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets....
Sarasota Opera Reveals 2024-25 Opera Season
by Stephi Wild - February 13, 2024
Sarasota Opera has announced its 2024-25 Opera Season. Learn more about the lineup here!...
Sarasota Opera Receives $5,000 Grant From Manatee Community Foundation For Education Outreach
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 09, 2023
Sarasota Opera has been awarded a grant from the Jay K. Turner Fund of the Manatee Community Foundation to expand its education outreach activities through the Resident Artist program in Manatee County schools....
Sarasota Opera Receives $60,000 Arts Appreciation Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 26, 2023
Sarasota Opera has received a $60,000 Arts Appreciation Grant made possible through the Wiliam S. and Jean W. Scott Endowed Fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation....
Sarasota Opera Hosts A Volunteer Fair At Sarasota Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - October 17, 2023
Sarasota Opera will host a Volunteer Fair at the Sarasota Opera House on Sunday, October 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. Those attending this event will be able to learn about a variety of behind-the-scenes, onstage and front-of-house volunteer opportunities, and see how they can be a part of this vital commun...
Sarasota Opera to Hold Open Call for 2024 Winter Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 12, 2023
Sarasota Opera is holding an open call for supernumeraries for its 2024 Winter Opera Festival. Find out how you can be a part of the upcoming productions and showcase your talent on stage....
Sarasota Opera's DaCapo For Young Professional Announces Activities For The 2023-24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - October 04, 2023
Sarasota Opera has announced the schedule for the DaCapo Society, a dynamic group of opera patrons between 21-40. Members of the DaCapo Society will have access to fun and exciting social events, discounted performances, and a fantastic community of like-minded individuals, while enhancing their enj...
Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival Welcomes New Partners And Returning Favorites
by A.A. Cristi - August 24, 2023
Sarasota Opera's Annual Food & Wine Festival returns on September 23, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and will take place at Sarasota Opera House. Local restaurants will gather to serve tasty bites, wine, and other treats as a benefit for Sarasota Youth Opera. ...
Tickets On Sale Now For Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival
by A.A. Cristi - June 23, 2023
On Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. the Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival will take place at Sarasota Opera House. Local restaurants will gather to serve tasty bites, wine, and other treats as a benefit for Sarasota Youth Opera. Throughout the event, there will be performan...
Sarasota Youth Opera Is Seeking Education Interns For Our Youth Opera Summer Camp
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2023
Sarasota Youth Opera (SYO) Summer Camp is an opportunity for young people ages 8-18 to explore the exciting world of opera. ...
Sarasota Youth Opera Announces New Coordinator, Cameron Maxwell
by A.A. Cristi - March 22, 2023
Sarasota Opera has announced that Florida native Cameron Maxwell has been hired as the new Youth Opera Coordinator. Ms. Maxwell will be the administrator for Sarasota Youth Opera programs and performances and will also be the liaison to the parents and community. Sarasota Youth Opera is curren...
Sarasota Opera Announces 2023-2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2023
Sarasota Opera has announced the 2023-2024 Opera Season today in a press conference on the main stage of the Sarasota Opera House. It will include four exciting opera productions, with one company premiere, a revival of a Sarasota Opera favorite, and two works that have not been given in more than...
Sarasota Opera Announces Casting Call For A Non-Singing Children's Role In MADAMA BUTTERFLY
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2023
Sarasota Opera is seeking several enthusiastic children to volunteer for a performance opportunity in Madama Butterfly by Giacomo Puccini. The character of Madama Butterfly's son Dolore can be played by either a girl or boy and is a non-singing role. The age of Dolore calls for a three-year...
Sarasota Opera Opens Its Doors To The Community For A Free Open House On Saturday, January 28
by A.A. Cristi - January 03, 2023
On Saturday, January 28th, 2023 from 12:00-2:00 pm, Sarasota Opera House will be opening its doors to the community for performances, activities, backstage tours, and more....
Sarasota Orchestra Offers Gift Of Music To Hometown Heroes
by A.A. Cristi - December 07, 2022
Sarasota Orchestra announced that it will offer a “gift of music” this holiday season through an initiative called “Hometown Heroes.”...
Sarasota Opera Guild To Host 38th Annual Poinsettia Luncheon
by A.A. Cristi - December 05, 2022
The Sarasota Opera Guild will host its 38th Annual Poinsettia Luncheon to be held Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Michael's on East, 1212 S. East Avenue, Sarasota, starting at 11:30am....