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Al Fresco with Zachary Nelson
Aug
20
6:30 PM18:30
25/26 Season

Al Fresco with Zachary Nelson

Award-winning baritone Zachary Nelson is a regular at the Metropolitan Opera and Lyric Opera of Chicago. An Academy of Vocal Arts alumnus, he is celebrated globally for his "commanding" portrayals of Marcello, Leporello, and Alberich.

Experience an unforgettable summer soirée with the Al Fresco series, set in the stunning gardens and elegant homes of Southeastern Wisconsin. Enjoy a captivating opera performance, plus dinner and bar options—or bring your own picnic for the perfect evening.

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Bella Notte
Nov
13
5:30 PM17:30
25/26 Season

Bella Notte

A Fundraiser, But Make It Fun

We’re ditching the rubbery entrées and keeping the cocktails flowing all night long. Expect dazzling surprises, live entertainment, and a few secrets tucked away for those who know where to look. When the main event winds down, stick around for an after-hours delight that’s anything but buttoned-up.

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Tosca
May
15
to May 17
25/26 Season

Tosca

Tosca is a fiery opera of love, betrayal, and obsession. In 1800s Rome, a passionate diva, her revolutionary lover, and a ruthless police chief collide in a deadly love triangle—where passion ignites, and the consequences are tragic.

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Tales of Hoffmann
Mar
13
to Mar 15
25/26 Season

Tales of Hoffmann

Tales of Hoffmann follows a lovelorn poet as he drunkenly recalls three doomed romances—each thwarted by a sinister villain. With heartbreak, fantasy, and a mechanical doll, this haunting opera proves love is never simple in Hoffmann’s world.

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Bella Notte
Nov
15
5:30 PM17:30
25/26 Season

Bella Notte

A fundraiser, but make it fun.

Event Timeline (the quick-and-dirty version, because we know you just want to know when the party starts):

6:30 PM – Cocktails + Culinary Mischief

Come hungry! We’ve got plenty of fabulous food to keep you fueled. Grab a seat or snag a bar table, clink a glass with a friend (or make a new one), and let us bring the treats to you. Our friends will also be floating around—tarot readers, poets-on-demand, and a few characters in costumes you’ll wish you owned.

8:00 PM – Opera + Fast Fun(draising)

A knockout opera performance followed by the quickest paddle raise you’ve ever seen. We promise: in, out, money raised, mission supported—then straight back to the party.

8:45 PM – Speakeasy Central

Slip into our late-night hideaway for a nightcap. Expect surprise performances, a few of your favorite singers popping up where you least expect them, plenty of buzz (liquid and otherwise), and a sweet ending with delightful desserts.

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Don Giovanni
Oct
24
to Oct 26
25/26 Season

Don Giovanni

Sidekick Leporello follows the notorious and unapologetic nobleman Don Giovanni (yes, that Don Juan) as he waltzes through life with a scandalous checklist: seduction, deception, and, naturally, leaving a trail of broken hearts and vengeful fiancés. Set in the mid-1700s—right where Mozart intended—it’s a lush, traditional take filled with wigs, waistcoats, and plenty of wicked charm. No lesson learned, no apologies offered—until fate shows up, ready to dish out a final, fiery “we need to talk.”

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Al Fresco: Justin Austin
Aug
6
6:30 PM18:30
25/26 Season

Al Fresco: Justin Austin

Baritone Justin Austin, praised for his "mighty lyric voice" (NYT) and "intensity and charisma" (Opera), was named Rising Star of the Year at the 2024 International Opera Awards and is a recipient of the 2024 Marian Anderson Vocal Award, earning acclaim for his expressive artistry and immaculate musicianship.

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