Katerina Burton

Weston Hurt

John DeMain

Joshua Sanders

Emily Fons

Madison Opera

Madison Opera Chorus

Madison Symphony Orchestra

A Moroccan train station in 1914 becomes a crossroad of dreams in this witty and touching entertainment about strangers, secrets, and stories. Argento’s sparkling score is by turns romantic, mysterious, dramatic, and delightfully unhinged in a 90-minute work that is richly human and thoroughly theatrical.

Postcard from Morocco

Overture Center for the Arts

Carmen is determined to live life on her own terms, whatever may happen, and whoever she may encounter – but her fate is written in the cards she reads. Bizet’s scandalous 1875 masterpiece blends passion, seduction, jealousy, dance, and a little law-breaking into one of the most famous opera scores ever composed.

Carmen

**Opera in the Park 2024**

Join us for a magical evening under the stars at Garner Park on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 8pm, as Madison Opera presents the much-anticipated annual event, Opera in the Park. This free, open-air concert has become a staple of the Madison community, celebrating over two decades of bringing opera and musical theater to the public in a stunning outdoor setting. In case of rain, the event will be held on the following day, Sunday, July 21, 2024, at the same time.

This year's lineup features an impressive array of talent, including soprano Katerina Burton, mezzo-soprano Emily Fons, tenor Joshua Sanders, and baritone Weston Hurt, all under the baton of the esteemed conductor John DeMain. Together with the Madison Opera Chorus and the Madison Symphony Orchestra, these artists will perform a selection of arias and ensembles from a broad spectrum of opera and Broadway, including highlights from Madison Opera’s upcoming season, famous operas, and more.

Opera in the Park is not just a concert; it's a community gathering that celebrates the power of music to connect us all. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or tarps to claim their spot from 7am on the day of the concert, pack a picnic or enjoy the available concessions, and immerse themselves in the beauty of opera under the night sky. For those with accessibility needs, parking and transportation options are available to ensure everyone can enjoy the event.

Don't miss this beautiful night of music, connection, and community. Opera in the Park is a free event, open to all, and a highlight of Madison's summer calendar.

Opera in the Park 2024

Garner Park