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Nebraska
WHEN: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 6:00 PM Central
WHAT: Opera Omaha presents an encore screening of Met Live in HD: Così fan tutte.
Overflowing with gorgeous melody, Mozart’s witty romantic comedy follows two sailors who switch places to test their fiancées’ faithfulness, with hilarious results.
Hailed as “colorful, inventive” by The New York Times, Phelim McDermott’s (Satyagraha, Akhnaten, The Hours, The Enchanted Island) production updates the setting to an amusement park inspired by Coney Island in the 1950s, featuring sword swallowers, fire breathers, contortionists, and more.
WHERE: Ruth Sokolof Theater, 1340 Mike Fahey St., Omaha, NE 68102
HOW: More Info Online https://operaomaha.org/event/met-in-hd-cosi-fan-tutte-encore/
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New York
WHEN: Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 1:00 PM Eastern
WHAT: The Opera Guild of Rochester presents Opera at the J: High Notes & High Drama.
Join us for a “listen and lecture” film event, facilitated by Carol Crocca, director of the Opera Guild of Rochester.
This 1991 Met production of Aida—Featuring Aprile Millo, Placido Domingo, and Sherrill Milne—is one of the most popular operas in the canon. It is replete with pageantry, drama, and, of course, beautiful music.
WHERE: JCC of Greater Rochester, 1200 Edgewood Ave, Rochester, NY 14618
HOW: $6 for JCC Members, $10 for non-members. Pre-registration is requested at https://jccrochester.org/events/opera-10-26/
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California
WHEN: Sunday, October 4, 2026, 10:00 AM Pacific
WHAT: Opera League of Los Angeles presents “BEVERLY HILLS 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.
WHERE: The location will be given to you when you RSVP
HOW: RSVP to 310-273-5039 and leave a message
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WHEN: Monday, October 5, 2026, 7:00 PM Pacific
WHAT: Opera League of Los Angeles presents “SAN GABRIEL VALLEY 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 Michael Sholer, Host, at 818-502-1988.
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WHEN: Saturday, October 10, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific
WHAT: Opera League of Los Angeles presents “WEST SAN FERNANDO VALLEY 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 818-625-1108 to Hostess Judith Hyman and leave a message
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Colorado
WHEN: Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 10:30 AM Mountain
WHAT: Denver Lyric Opera Guild presents “Opera on Tuesday,” featuring singers from the University of Denver’s Lamont School of Music & Theatre.
10:30 am Social Hour
11 am Program
12 Noon Lunch
WHERE: Columbine Country Club, 17 Fairway Lane, Columbine Valley, CO 80123
HOW: All luncheons are $55 per person. Register online here: https://www.denverlyricoperaguild.org/special-event-registration/
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Tennessee
WHEN: Sunday, October 4, 2026, 3:30 PM Eastern
WHAT: Chattanooga Symphony and Opera presents Music in the Wild: Peter and the Wolf.
Experience the magic of music and nature coming together at Music in the Wild, a one-of-a-kind outdoor event presented by Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center and the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera.
Set against the beautiful autumn landscape of Lookout Mountain, this family-friendly afternoon offers much more than a traditional concert. Explore the campus of Reflection Riding while enjoying pop-up musical performances, animal encounters, hands-on activities, and opportunities to connect with the natural world.
This event will feature an outdoor performance by the CSO of Peter and the Wolf, Sergei Prokofiev’s beloved musical adventure. As the story unfolds, different instruments of the orchestra bring Peter, the bird, the duck, the cat, and the wolf vividly to life!
WHERE: Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37419
HOW: Tickets $15-30, Order Tickets Online https://chattanoogasymphony.org/events/music-in-the-wild-peter-and-the-wolf-2026-10-04-330-pm/
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