We open with Service Provider, a witty, contemporary comic opera by Christopher Weiss and John de los Santos. When a married couple sits down for a romantic dinner, things take a hilarious turn with the surprise arrival of the husband’s mistress. Fast-paced, sharply written, and hilariously relatable, this bite-sized drama is a modern take on timeless relationship chaos.

Studio Series: Service Provider/Pagliacci

Opera Delaware Studios

A new opera for families and children based on Rudolfo Anaya’s beloved children’s book, The Farolitos of Christmas, is a heartwarming holiday opera about love, tradition, and the quiet power of invention.

Luz’s father is away at war. Her grandfather is too sick to build the luminarias. So Luz finds a new way to light the path on Christmas Eve, one that will become tradition.

EPSG:4326

The Farolitos of Christmas

National Hispanic Cultural Center

Step into the sultry streets of Seville, where desire and danger intertwine in Bizet’s timeless masterpiece. At its heart is the fiery Carmen, whose seductive charm ensnares the heart of a young soldier, only to lead them both toward an inevitable clash of honor, love, and tragedy. With its electrifying drama and iconic score, featuring unforgettable melodies like the “Habanera” and the “Toreador Song,” Carmen is a celebration of freedom, passion, and fate. A must-see for seasoned opera lovers and first-time attendees.

Carmen

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts

MSM Opera Theatre: Rusalka

Manhattan School of Music

New Camerata Opera presents a fresh, gripping take on Bizet’s Carmen. In this modern adaptation, Carmen is a social media influencer with a massive following, and Don José is an obsessed fan who spirals into delusion. Directed by John de los Santos and conducted by Michelle Rofrano, this bold adaptation explores the seductive dangers of social media obsession inspired by a haunting real-life story.

John de los Santos

Events

Upcoming events

21 - 22 Apr, 2026

MSM Undergraduate Opera Theatre: La Périchole · Manhattan School of Music

Past events

23 - 25 Jan, 2026

Studio Series: Service Provider/Pagliacci · OperaDelaware

7 - 14 Dec, 2025

The Farolitos of Christmas · Opera Southwest

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