Today marks the first day of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, and Madama Butterfly opens tomorrow! This production of Madama Butterfly is special for a lot of reasons, one of them being our Cultural Consultant, Asuka Morinaga Derfler....
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As a performer, leader, and advocate, Nina Yoshida Nelsen brings a deeply personal and evolving perspective to Madama Butterfly. A frequent interpreter of Suzuki, the founder of the Asian Opera Alliance, and Artistic Director of Boston Lyric Opera, she...
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Women’s History Month is in full swing, and to honor the women in our industry, we’d like to introduce you to Mo Zhou, the Director of our upcoming production of Madama Butterfly. Zhou is making her Opera Colorado debut, but...
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20 years ago, the Ellie Caulkins Opera House opened its doors, and during those two decades, the hall has witnessed unforgettable performances, magical moments, and countless faces come and go. The Ellie has cemented itself as an artistic landmark...
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As Black History Month comes to a close, we’re reflecting on stories that changed the cultural landscape, and how those stories continue to inspire new generations across art forms, including opera. One of the most beloved children’s books of...
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On February 27, you’re invited to gather at the Ellie for an evening of music, connection, and celebration as GRAMMY Award-winning baritone Will Liverman helps mark 20 years of this extraordinary space. Liverman last performed at The Ellie for...
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Opera has always been a meeting ground of cultures. Though it began in Italy more than 400 years ago, the art form has grown by including stories, music, and artists from around the world. This Hispanic Heritage Month, we...
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Sara Gartland makes her return to Opera Colorado to perform as Violetta Valéry, the powerful heroine of La traviata. Praised for her “gleaming column of sound” by Opera News, Sara dazzles in her performances of roles like Rusalka, Micaëla,...
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Whether you’ve seen La traviata before or not, you may have heard it in movie soundtracks or seen films that are based on the opera. Verdi’s melodies and the story of La traviata have been a part of many well-known movies,...
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Opera Colorado travels to all corners of its home state through touring productions and other educational programs, in addition to the operas on stage at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Throughout the season, you might begin to recognize the...
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