Sara Mortensen

Imara Miles

Matthew Payne

Brendan Boyle

Steven Naylor

Toledo Opera

After more than four decades, H.M.S. Pinafore returns to Toledo Opera, bringing Gilbert & Sullivan’s signature wit, music, and high-seas hijinks to life. Onboard, the captain’s daughter Josephine hopes for love with the humble sailor Ralph Rackstraw, despite her father’s plans to marry her to the pompous Sir Joseph Porter. Mischievous sailors, scheming relatives, and the bumbling Little Buttercup, whose long-held secret turns everything upside down, ensure laughter, surprises, and joyous music throughout. This original production combines rousing choruses, clever wordplay, and unforgettable characters for an evening of nautical fun the whole family will enjoy.

H.M.S. Pinafore

Valentine Theatre

Toledo Opera will host their annual fundraising Gala at the Toledo Club. The gala will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a cocktail hour. The concert will commence at 7:00 p.m., followed by a plated dinner prepared by the Toledo Club. Toledo Opera is thrilled to present an evening of songs and arias with the 2022-2023 Resident Artists: Sara Mortensen, soprano; Imara Miles, mezzo-soprano; Brendan Boyle, tenor; Matthew Payne, baritone, and Steven Naylor, piano. Co-Artistic Director and Head of Music Preparation Kevin Bylsma will serve as Master of Ceremonies and as accompanist.

Our singers will perform a variety of solo selections ranging from classical opera, to Broadway selections,  plus many more. They will be accompanied by both Kevin Bylsma and Steven Naylor.

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Gala 2023

Toledo Club