Family Opera Day
When: Sunday, April 21, 3:00pm to 5:00 pm
Where: Boston Lyric Opera Headquarters
Midway Artist Studios, 15 Channel Center Street, Boston, MA, 02143
Register at: https://events.blo.org/AfLRzS
FREE with donations welcome, $10-25 per family suggested
Space is limited, reservations encouraged to reserve your spot
Join Boston Lyric Opera for an inspiring and creative afternoon designed for the whole family! Learn about opera through fun crafts and interactive activities, watch and be part of a mini live performance of Opera Stories: Cinderella (inspired by Rossini’s La Cenerentola), play theatre games led by BLO Teaching Artists, and more! The afternoon will include snacks, coloring activities, bracelet-making, and dress-up photo ops.
Recommended for ages 5-12, though all ages are welcome.
Schedule
3:00 – 3:30 – Check-in, snacks & activities
3:30 – 4:05 – Performance of Opera Stories: Cinderella
4:05 – 5:00 –Theatre games, craft stations, photo ops
What is Opera Stories?
Opera Stories is an interactive performance of Cinderella for all ages, but best for kids ages 5-12. Kids will learn how Boston Lyric Opera brings the story of an opera to life through music, acting, and movement. In this dynamic, 35-minute presentation, two professional singers, a pianist, and a teaching artist will engage audiences in a hands-on introduction to opera.
Featured Artists:
Alexis Peart, Mezzo-Soprano
Morgan Mastrangelo, Tenor
Patricia Au, Pianist
Julia Whitten, Teaching Artist