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One Night, Two Performances — A Celebration of Opera at the Art Depot
Opera Steamboat is delighted to present an unforgettable evening of live opera at the Art Depot on May 21, 2026, featuring two distinct performances from Opera Colorado’s Opera on Tour and Arias & Ensembles programs.
Pirates of Penzance
5:30 PM — The Pirates of Penzance
Set sail with Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance, a delightfully comic operetta full of swashbuckling adventure, memorable melodies, and laugh‑out‑loud wit. Follow young Frederic, an earnest pirate apprentice, as he navigates misplaced loyalties, sweet romance, and a band of delightfully quirky characters in this classic that has charmed audiences for generations.
Arias & Ensembles
7:00 PM — Arias & Ensembles
After a brief intermission, stay for Arias & Ensembles, an engaging showcase of standout opera moments presented by featured singers. This program highlights the power and expressiveness of the operatic voice through beloved arias and ensemble pieces drawn from a wide range of repertoire, offering something for both seasoned opera lovers and first‑time listeners.
Free RSVP is recommended due to limited seating. A suggested donation helps support this event and future programming, but no payment is required for attendance. All are welcome to this family‑friendly night of music.
Earlier this season:
All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
December 11 & 12, 2025 at 6:30pm
Written by Peter Rothstein
Vocal Arrangements by Erik Litche and Timothy C. Takach
Production Sponsors:
1220 Philanthropic Fund
The Berenice Gates Hopper Family Fund
Carol & Rick Dowden
The Western Front: Christmas 1914. Out of the violence of World War I, a silence, then a song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, and peace. An a cappella chorale, All Is Calm is a remarkable true story in the words and songs of the men who lived it. More…
Peter Rothstein
Erick Lichte
Timothy C. Takach
Falling in Love with Cree Carrico
Bud Werner Memorial Library
September 26, 2025 at 6:30pm
Celebrate the beauty of autumn with a magical evening of music! Join the enchanting soprano Cree Carrico and the brilliant pianist Aaron McAllister for a concert filled with love songs that will warm your heart and stir your soul.
From timeless classics to romantic gems, this unforgettable performance will capture the essence of fall romance. Set in the cozy ambiance of the Bud Werner Memorial Library, it’s the perfect way to spend an autumn evening.
Featuring:
Soprano Cree Carrico is “a notably versatile performer” and “sensational actress” who is continuously praised by critics for her “crystal clarity at the center of every note” making it “hard to watch anyone else when she’s on stage.” She recently appeared as Portia Mansfield in Opera Steamboat’s World Premiere production of Welcome to the Madness by Leanna Kirchoff. As a lead interpreter of more…
Aaron McAllister is a highly sought-after vocal coach/performance clinician among professional actors in musical theatre, many of whom are enjoying successful professional careers on Broadway, National tours, and at regional theaters across the country.
The Fold Hotels is the official Hospitality Sponsor of Opera Steamboat. They are providing exceptional housing for our guests at a deeply discounted rate
THANK YOU, THE FOLD HOTELS!
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