Behind the Scenes: When Enemies Sang Together
Join us at the Veterans Center for a moving and immersive evening during First Friday Art Walk on November 7, 2025, at 5:30 PM.
Explore history and art as we commemorate the Christmas Truce of 1914 and other remarkable moments of humanity through history. The evening features:
- A WWI exhibit provided by the Tread of Pioneers Museum
- A presentation by John Camponeschi of the Steamboat Pilot and the Hayden School District, sharing stories of courage, camaraderie, and peace on the front lines
- An overview of the upcoming Opera Steamboat production by General Director Julie Maykowski
- A special guest artist giving a taste from Opera Steamboat’s upcoming production of All Is Calm
Opera Steamboat and Undiscovered Earth Present the Film Debut of Welcome to the Madness
If you missed the electrifying live world premiere, now’s your chance to experience Welcome to the Madness, Opera Steamboat’s first-ever commissioned opera, from the comfort of your theater seat. Join us on June 25th, 2025 at 7pm at Wild Horse Cinema & Arts for the film debut of this boundary-pushing, roving indoor/outdoor production, originally staged at the Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp.
This cinematic journey captures the full scope and spirit of the original performance, blending stunning visuals with powerful storytelling and music. After the screening, stay for an exclusive conversation with composer Leanna Kirchoff and filmmaker Austin Asher as they share insights into the creative process of bringing this unique opera to life on screen.
This premiere marks just the beginning! Opera Steamboat is committed to commissioning more bold new works. Don’t miss this special event!
An intermission gives you the chance to grab a drink, mingle, and catch your breath—before diving back into the operatic underground. Whether you’re an opera lover, a rave junkie, or just in it for the ride, this mashup is your ticket to a night that defies genres and expectations.
Opera Mashup: Wildhorse Cinema & Arts | May 23 | 7–9pm | $25 |




