Name: Wintersong
Start: 2025-12-20T14:00:00
Location: First Presbyterian Church of Fort Worth

As Fort Worth Opera marks its 80th anniversary, it unveils a season that promises to be both thrilling and diverse, showcasing an impressive array of performances that range from classic operas to innovative fusions of film and music. With events like Jonathan Tetelman's exclusive concert and the cinematic charm of 'La Belle et La Bête,' audiences are in for a treat. Each event is uniquely crafted, bringing together international talents and local artistry, highlighting Fort Worth Opera's enduring legacy and its commitment to enriching the cultural tapestry of the city.

Celebrating 80 Years: Fort Worth Opera's Vibrant Season of Spectacle and Harmony

As Fort Worth Opera celebrates its 80th anniversary, it presents a season filled with exceptional performances that capture the heart and soul of music and art. From the iconic tenor Jonathan Tetelman's unique recital to the enchanting fusion of film and opera in Philip Glass's 'La Belle et La Bête', each event promises a memorable experience. Throughout the anniversary season, audiences will be treated to diverse operatic and musical showcases that honor the past while embracing innovative artistry, ensuring that Fort Worth Opera remains a vibrant cultural cornerstone.

Celebrating 80 Years of Fort Worth Opera: A Season of Timeless Music and Culture

Fort Worth Opera

Fort Worth Opera brings Gian Carlo Menotti’s beloved Amahl and the Night Visitors to Stage West in a new production directed by Anthony Pound, the Opera’s very own Director of Education and Community Engagement. With its message of generosity, faith, and miraculous joy, Amahl has become a favorite for audiences of all ages.

Amahl and the Night Visitors

Stage West Theatre

Wintersong at First Presbyterian Church rings in the holidays with a free concert of seasonal music performed by the company’s Hattie Mae Lesley Resident Artists — a heartfelt thank-you gift to the Fort Worth community.

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First Presbyterian Church of Fort Worth

Cowboys & Culture is a uniquely Fort Worth celebration of art, music, and the spirit of the American West. Presented during the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo season in partnership with the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, this operatic showcase features Western-themed repertoire performed by Fort Worth Opera’s Hattie Mae Lesley Resident Artists, along with special appearances by familiar friends of the company. The event captures the heart of the city’s identity and offers a rich musical tribute to the place we proudly call Cowtown.

Cowboys and Culture

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Giacomo Puccini’s Madama Butterfly returns to Bass Performance Hall in a stunning full production from Fort Worth Opera that delivers the heartbreak and beauty of this iconic work. Featuring breathtaking sets, richly detailed costumes, and the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra bringing Puccini’s achingly beautiful score to life, this unforgettable story of love, cultural blindness, and a mother’s sacrifice remains as powerful today as when Fort Worth Opera first performed it in 1947. Anchored by one of the most exquisite scores in the operatic canon, Butterfly is a poignant tribute to a woman’s steadfast devotion and maturing will — and a signature work of the company’s 80-year legacy.

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