California

WHEN: Monday, October 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Pacific

WHAT: Opera League of Los Angeles presents SANTA CLARITA CARMEN GATHERING WITH SPEAKER STEVE MOORE.

Success as an opera composer did not come easily to Georges Bizet. Join Steve Moore, Opera League Community Educator, for a fascinating look at Bizet’s extraordinary journey—from child piano prodigy to creator of Carmen, the world’s most famous and beloved opera. Along the way, trace the musical path from the Spanish habanera to the dramatic power of Italian verismo, with Carmen leading the way.

Be sure to call to reserve a space and to let your host/hostess know what savory dish or tasty dessert you will bring to share with everyone.

WHERE: The location will be given when you RSVP.

HOW: RSVP to Claire Blackwell at 661-607-5393

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Oklahoma

WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10:00 AM Central

WHAT: Tulsa Opera presents “Book Club: Louisa May Alcott: A Personal Biography, by Susan Cheever.”

Meet the rule‑breaking woman who wrote the story we all love, Little Women. 

Each general admission ticket includes a copy of the designated book, refreshments, a short opera performance, and a lively discussion with a professional moderator. Limited enrollment.

WHERE: Baden Hall, the Opera Center, 1610 S. Boulder Ave., Tulsa, OK

HOW: $50. Includes a copy of the book, refreshments, an operatic performance and more. Order Tickets online https://secure.tulsaopera.com/events 

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Colorado

WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 1:00 PM Mountain

WHAT: Central City Opera presents “Great American Composers: Celebrating the USA 250.”

Celebrate the double anniversaries of the USA’s 250th year of freedom and Colorado’s 150th year of statehood with a concert at Lincoln Hills. This concert, performed by CCO mainstage singers and piano, will include works by Gershwin, Bernstein, Price and Copland.

WHERE: Lincoln Hills, Lincoln Hills, 255 Pactolus Lake Rd, Black Hawk, CO 80422

HOW: Tickets $20.00. Order Tickets Online  https://centralcityopera.org/special-events/

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WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 5:30 PM Mountain

WHAT: Central City Opera presents their Dream Event, “A Spirited Evening: Haunted History Tour.”

As twilight falls over the Victorian rooftops, join us for an after-dark exploration of Central City’s most atmospheric and storied landmarks, including the historic Opera House, the Williams’ Stables, the enigmatic Pink House, the legendary Face Bar, and parts of the Teller House and the historic Masonic Lodge not open to the general public. The evening begins with spooky cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at the Teller House, followed by tours of these landmarks. You never quite know what – or who – you might encounter around the next corner. This is Central City after dark, for the adventurous soul.

Support Central City Opera by attending a Dream Event. Dream Events invite you along for once-in-a-lifetime happenings in Denver, adventures found only in Colorado, and behind the scenes experiences at the opera.

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HOW: $150, Reserve tickets online https://centralcityopera.org/2026-dream-event-haunted-history-tour/

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