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Opera Grand Rapids 2025: A Year of Musical Masterpieces and Cultural Engagement

Opera Grand Rapids is set to enchant audiences in 2025 with a compelling lineup that includes the chamber version of Matthew Aucoin's 'Eurydice,' an exploration of opera's literary roots with 'Opera is Lit,' a prestigious competition with the VanderLaan Prize, and the philanthropic 'Night With The Opera.' Each event promises an immersive experience, celebrating the intersection of music, storytelling, and community involvement. As the city's premiere opera organization, Opera Grand Rapids continues to push creative boundaries and foster a vibrant cultural scene.

Jan 17, 2025

1. Eurydice

After Opera Grand Rapids produced his opera Second Nature in 2021 and brought him to Grand Rapids to adjudicate the VanderLaan Prize in 2022, Matthew Aucoin invited Opera Grand Rapids to partner with the Boston Lyric Opera to co-commission a chamber version of his hit opera Eurydice. The first ever commission project in Opera Grand Rapids’ history, this stunning opera premiered in full-scale at The Metropolitan Opera in 2021, after a world premiere at the LA Opera in 2020. Eurydice reconceives the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, telling the story from the heroine’s perspective.

Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2025

Opera Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI · Betty Van Andel Opera Center

2. Opera is Lit

… literature, that is! Curated by musicologist Camellia Adams, this informative and entertaining evening connects the music and stories of opera with its many roots in the written word.

Mar 13, 2025

Opera Grand Rapids

3. VanderLaan Prize

Stay tuned for details on the 2025 competition application and deadlines.

Mar 29, 2025

Opera Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI · Betty Van Andel Opera Center

4. Night With The Opera

Opera Grand Rapids will return to GLC Live at 20 Monroe for an amazing evening of opera, philanthropy and fun. Stay tuned throughout the season for event details and artist announcements.

May 15, 2025

Opera Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI · GLC Live at 20 Monroe

Conclusion

Opera Grand Rapids' 2025 season is a testament to the power of opera to inspire, educate, and entertain. With events like 'Eurydice,' 'Opera is Lit,' the VanderLaan Prize, and 'Night With The Opera,' the organization continues to enrich the cultural landscape of Grand Rapids. These events offer diverse experiences, inviting audiences to engage with opera's rich history and contemporary innovations. Whether you're a seasoned opera lover or new to the art form, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss the chance to be part of these transformative performances and celebrations.

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