La bohème vs. RENT
Musical theatre and opera alike share a common thread of storytelling through drama and music. It’s no secret that one of Broadway’s biggest hits, RENT, was inspired by Puccini’s score and the libretto of La bohème. Here are a few of the similarities and differences between the two shows in anticipation in our upcoming production! …
Announcing Al Fresco & The Mezzanine
Pensacola Opera is pleased to announce a series of outdoor live music performances and online digital programming starting September 19, 2020. In the wake of the pandemic, Pensacola Opera is exploring new opportunities to share music and art with the Pensacola community and beyond. “Our mission at Pensacola Opera has always been to give our audiences thrilling, world-class opera. We feel strongly about bringing the joy of opera to our community during this difficult time where we can come together while remaining safely apart and enjoy the beauty and inspiration opera provides”, states Chandra McKern, Executive Director. “We plan to be here for you with the performances you love, long after the crisis is behind us. With the support of our generous donors and patrons, we are excited to share this season with everyone.”
“Operazzi in the Amazon” Ball will support Pensacola Opera at Skopelos
Skopelos at New World Landing is taking a trip into the mystical world of the Amazon for Pensacola Opera’s annual fundraising event. This year’s Operazzi Ball is based around the production of the transformative opera “Florencia in the Amazon,” which had a successful showing at Saenger Theatre in March. Pensacola Opera Executive Director Chandra McKern…
Pensacola Opera debut of Catán’s Florencia in the Amazon
“Experimente el teatro Saenger como nunca lo ha visto con proyecciones de video de escenario completo que sumergen por completo al público en un espectáculo visual de principio a fin.” Costa Latina printed this wonderful article on Florencia in the Amazon that you can enjoy in Spanish and English!Source: Periódico La Costa Latina Newspaper, La…
Pensacola Opera presents “Romeo & Juliet”
“Romeo & Juliet is one of the best opera in the French lyrical repertoire and the most accurate operatic adaption of the tragedy of the lovers of Verona.” Get a behind-the-scenes look at rehearsal for Romeo & Juliet with WALA’s Studio 10!Source: WALA FOX 10, Joe Emer Check out the full story
Romeo & Juliet opens a ‘season of firsts’ for Pensacola Opera
“He’s a tall, handsome tenor and she’s a beautiful girl. They look like Romeo and Juliet and they sound just incredible.” Learn more about what Pensacola News Journal says about Romeo & Juliet!Source: Pensacola News Journal, Andrew Metzger Check out the full story
Bourbon & Blues
“It was a cold November night for the annual event where people attended a night tasting different samples of bourbon while listening to variations of blues music.” Browse through VIP Pensacola Magazine’s photos from Bourbon & Blues!Source: VIP Pensacola, Alex Mason Check out the full story
Glitz & Glam
“Guests were invited to enrich their opera and date night wardrobes with a luncheon fashion show.” Browse through VIP Pensacola Magazine’s photos from Glitz & Glam- The Opera Fashion Show! Source: VIP Pensacola, Kristina Wright Check out the full story
Star-Crossed Love in Opera Form
“What is new to most viewers is the way that it’s being presented—in operatic format.” Learn more about what inWeekly says about Romeo & Juliet! Source: inWeekly, Sarah McWilson Check out the full story
Tapas and Tastings
“Guests were invited to enjoy their Man of La Mancha festivities early at the Tapas and Tastings celebration at V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante.” Browse through VIP Pensacola Magazine’s photos from Tapas and Tastings!Source: VIP Pensacola, Kristina Wright Check out the full story