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Cultural Kaleidoscope: Calgary Opera's 2025-2026 Season Unveiled

Dive into Calgary Opera's spectacular 2025-2026 season featuring an eclectic mix of operas. From the heart-wrenching "Madama Butterfly" to the jovial "The Barber of Seville," this season promises captivating narratives and enchanting performances. Alongside, family-friendly shows like "Little Red Riding Hood" and "Hansel And Gretel" offer whimsical tales that will delight audiences of all ages. Each production is brought to life with stellar performances and imaginative staging, making for a season not to be missed!

Jul 22, 2025

1. Madama Butterfly

A young Japanese woman falls for an American naval officer who promises more than he plans to deliver. A transporting story with a gutting conclusion.

1 - 7 Nov, 2025

Calgary Opera

Calgary, AB · Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

2. Little Red Riding Hood

Can Little Red outwit the sneaky, shape-shifting wolf, or will he gobble her up for good? A short and sweet holiday treat for all ages!

Nov 28 - Dec 7, 2025

Calgary Opera

Calgary, AB · Mamdani Opera Centre

3. Hansel And Gretel

This tickly take on the Grimms’ timeless treasure gives giggles galore. Puckish production and puppet design from The Old Trout Puppet Workshop are all-ages eye candy.

Jan 31 - Feb 6, 2026

Calgary Opera

Calgary, AB · Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

4. The Barber Of Seville

Household barber, Figaro, happily hustles to unite the besotted lovers Count Almaviva and Rosina. The catch? Boorish Dr. Bartolo, Rosina’s guardian, wants her for himself.

18 - 24 Apr, 2026

Calgary Opera

Calgary, AB · Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

Conclusion

Calgary Opera's 2025-2026 season is a celebration of storytelling, culture, and artistry. With a lineup that traverses heart-wrenching dramas and joyful comedies, each performance offers a unique theatrical journey. By embracing both classic operas and enchanting tales for all ages, the season promises to engage diverse audiences, ensuring opera remains a vibrant part of Calgary's cultural fabric. As the curtain rises on each production, audiences are invited to experience the transformative power of opera in all its glory.

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