Florentine Opera Press Release Archives

2011 High School Masterclass Showcases, Mentors Young Local Talent

The Florentine Opera Company will hold its annual High School Masterclass on Sunday, March 27 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Florentine Opera Center.

Announcing the Florentine Opera's 2011-2012 Season

Florentine Opera Company General Director William Florescu announces the 2011-2012 season: Puccini’s beloved "Turandot," Carlisle Floyd’s compelling "Susannnah," and Mozart’s epic "Idomeneo". The Florentine will also expand subscription packages to include a forth offering, a concert performance featuring the Studio Artists.

Florentine Opera Presents "The Billy Goats Gruff"

The Florentine Opera Company once again presents a touring education program designed to introduce students in K4 through fifth grade to the opera art form during Jan-April, 2011.

Single Tickets Now On Sale for Remaining 10-11 Operas

Single tickets for the remaining two productions in the Florentine Opera’s 2010-2011 season of classic opera are now available for purchase

Florentine Opera Presents "Golden Days: A Concert"

The Florentine Opera presents the 2010-2011 Studio Artists in a one-afternoon-only concert of operetta favorites, Sun., Nov. 14 at 2:30 pm in Vogel Hall.

Florentine Opera Celebrates National Opera Week

The Florentine joins almost 100 other companies nationwide in participating in "National Opera Week," organized by OPERA America.

As Artistry Soars, Florentine Opera Maintains Solid Standing at 2009-2010 FIscal Year's Conclusion

s Board President Clay Nesler announced at the annual meeting Sept. 24 that the Florentine remains in solid standing at the conclusion of the 2009-2010 fiscal year.

Sample the 10-11 Season at the Florentine Opera Center: Sept 19

Audiences can enjoy a sneak peek at an entire seasons’ worth of opera on Sunday, September 19 at 2:00 pm at the Florentine's 10-11 Season Sampler. The ticketed event will be held at the Wayne & Kristine Lueders Florentine Opera Center in Riverwest.