Florentine Opera Press Release Archives

Patricia Risley Named Marie Z. Uihlein Artist For 10-11 Season

The Florentine Opera Company names mezzo soprano Patricia Risley as the recipient of the Marie Z. Uihlein Artist Fund sponsorship for the 2010-2011 season.

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.