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One hundred years after his death in 1924, we celebrate a one-night-only concert featuring Giacomo Puccini’s enduring compositions. Experience the drama and passion of these cultural touchstones, brought to life by an exciting ensemble of featured guest artists.

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Puccini: in Concert

Keller Auditorium

Smiling snowmen, snow angels, and warm bubble baths: experience the magic of Ezra Jack Keats’ beloved children’s book come to life on the opera stage. The Snowy Day follows the adventures of young Peter as he explores his neighborhood on a snowy day, making new friends and encountering unexpected wonders along the way. 

The Snowy Day

Portland'5 Centers for the Arts

Join us for a free community performance featuring our 23/24 Resident Artists at the Hampton Opera Center this fall. This recital will feature a program of solos, duets, and ensemble pieces curated by the resident artists along with faculty and guest artists during their time with the company. Enjoy performances by tenor Antonio Domino, baritone Sankara Harouna, collaborative pianist Claire Forstman, and accompanist Paul Floyd. Dates, programming, artists, and details are subject to change.

23/24 Resident Artist Recital: Fall

The Hampton Opera Center

The adventures of Figaro and Susanna unfold with wit and delight in this satire about nobility and power. Count Almaviva is determined to woo Susanna, who is engaged to Figaro—a servant in the household. The betrothed will do whatever it takes to navigate the Count’s advances; and the Countess—fed up with her husband’s infidelities—joins in the chaos, too. This empathetic comedy of twists and turns features sublime musical moments, a healthy dose of irreverence, and is a joyful reminder of our shared humanity.

The Marriage of Figaro

Join us for a captivating radio broadcast of Des Moines Metro Opera's 2023 production of Bizet's beloved opera, "Carmen," on Iowa Public Radio. This special event marks the beginning of the Opera in October series, bringing the passion and drama of live opera into the comfort of your home.

Event Details:
- **Date and Time**: Sunday, October 1, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM CT
- **Location**: Tune in to your local IPR Classical radio station or stream online at IowaPublicRadio.org

This production of "Carmen" is performed in French and showcases the talents of a remarkable cast including Taylor Raven in the title role of Carmen, Matthew Cairns as Don José, Yunuet Laguna as Micaëla, and Christian Pursell as Escamillo, among others. Under the baton of Maestro Kelly Kuo, the DMMO Festival Orchestra will bring to life the vibrant score that has enchanted audiences worldwide.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of opera's most enduring stories of love, jealousy, and freedom. Mark your calendar and prepare to be transported by the power of opera.

Carmen on Iowa Public Radio

The Falling and the Rising is a story of family, service, and sacrifice that chronicles the journey of a soldier suspended inside a medically induced coma after she is severely wounded by a roadside IED. We follow as she makes her way through a miraculous dreamscape punctuated by the lives of her fellow service members, each on their own individual journey toward healing and home. Created in hopes of capturing the indomitable spirit of our U.S. military veterans, The Falling and the Rising sheds light on the inspirational power of their often-overlooked stories.

The Falling and The Rising

Camp Dodge

A rebel with a cause, the free-spirited Carmen lives boldly in her fiery pursuit of freedom. “Born free, she will die free,” Carmen sings, but sparks fly after an encounter with military officer Don José. When the smitten José leaves everything behind to be with Carmen, their passionate affair takes a sudden, dangerous turn after the charismatic bullfighter Escamillo catches Carmen’s eye. With its twisting tale of romance, intrigue and obsession set to the instantly recognizable melodies of Bizet, it’s no wonder Carmen is one of the world’s most popular and beloved operas

Sankara Harouna

Actor, Singer

Events

May 11, 2024

Puccini: in Concert · Portland Opera

16 - 24 Mar, 2024

The Snowy Day · Portland Opera

Nov 10, 2023

23/24 Resident Artist Recital: Fall · Portland Opera

3 - 5 Nov, 2023

The Marriage of Figaro · Portland Opera

Sep 30 - Oct 1, 2023

Carmen on Iowa Public Radio · Des Moines Metro Opera

Future and recently performed repertoire

Antonio in The Marriage of Figaro by Mozart

Portland Opera

Daddy in The Snowy Day by Thompson

Portland Opera

Moralès in Carmen by

Des Moines Metro Opera

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