Dive into a year of cultural richness with Piedmont Opera's captivating lineup. From a uniquely southern brunch preluding opera discussions to the timeless tales of 'The Man of La Mancha,' and enticing trips to Quebec City's opera festival and the vibrant stages of NYC, there's something for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned opera aficionado or a curious newcomer, Piedmont Opera's events promise engaging experiences and unforgettable memories.

A Season of Culture with Piedmont Opera: From Brunches to Broadway

Join the Piedmont Opera for a series of captivating events that blend culture, creativity, and camaraderie. From savoring a southern brunch with a Spanish twist to a timeless journey with 'The Man of La Mancha,' and from thought-provoking pre-opera discussions to glamorous fundraising at the Magnolia Ball, there's something for everyone. Discover the charm of Quebec City with us and look forward to an opera and Broadway-filled trip to NYC. Each event promises a unique experience, making this season an unforgettable journey through art and fellowship.

A Season of Culture and Adventure with Piedmont Opera

Travel for a long weekend to Quebec city, a city that has a distinct old-world character and charm. It is the only remaining walled city in North America north of Mexico and was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will attend the Quebec City Opera Festival.

Quebec City with Piedmont Opera

Quebec City Area

Our company's largest fundraiser returns with a seated dinner, silent and live auction and a lot of fun.

Magnolia Ball

Millennium Event Center

Prior to every opera performance, listen to charismatic music scholars present a 25-minute overview of the opera, with insights on the music, composer, and historical background.

Pre-opera Discussion

High Point Theatre

Our quest for idealism, courage, and imagination continues with the musical 'The Man of La Mancha.' Obsessed with the chivalrous ideals touted in books, Don Quixote uses his lance and sword to defend the helpless and destroy the wicked. One of the world's most popular musicals and inspired by Miguel de Cervantes' seventeenth-century masterwork Don Quixote, the original 1965 production won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. This show will be at the High Point Theatre on March 23, 25 & 28, 2025. Note: The opening performance is on Sunday, March 23 at 2:00 PM. The performances on March 25 & 28 begin at 7:30 PM.

The Man of La Mancha

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Start your Opera Sunday with a delicious brunch with friends! Join Piedmont Opera for a delicious, themed brunch experience catered by Young Cardinal Cafe. Enjoy Chef Adam's take on southern favorites with a bit of Spanish flair- and no brunch would be complete without mimosas.

Pre-Show Brunch

Join James Allbritten and several of the principal cast members for a fun and educational introduction to 'Man of La Mancha.'

La Lunch: The Dish on Opera

JH Adams Inn | Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Brian and Elise are long-time members of the Piedmont Opera family and has performed with us many times. That is, until he got cancer. Not just any cancer would do - he went with Multiple Myeloma. After multiple (three) bone marrow transplants and years of being a science experiment, he's in remission- and returned to Piedmont Opera in October of 2023. His incredible journey (we can't believe he's alive- he only had a two percent chance) is a testament to how arts and music help heal.

Holiday Concert

On October 25 and 27, we begin our historical quest for peace, hope, and courage with Joan of Arc: The Trial at Rouen, an innovative and immersive experience at Centenary United Methodist Church. Pulitzer prize-winning composer Norman Dello Joio revered Joan for her faithfulness and courage, which she displayed in battle, but even more acutely in her trial and execution.

 

Dello Joio spoke of his interest in her story to the New York Times on the occasion of the NBC television broadcast of this opera in 1956: "The timelessness and universality of Joan as a symbol lay in the eternal problem of the individual's struggle to reconcile his personal beliefs with what he is expected to believe. Daily, for ages, she has challenged men to have her courage."​

Joan of Arc: The Trial at Rouen

Piedmont Opera continues its community partnership with a/perture cinema with a screening of 'Joan of Arc' at a/perture cinema. The screening will begin with a short preview discussion by Artistic Director James Allbritten.

Joan of Arc

Studio 2 - GA

Join James Allbritten and several of the principal cast members for a fun and educational introduction to Joan of Arc: Trial at Rouen!

La Lunch: THE DISH ON OPERA

Historic Brookstown Inn

Piedmont Opera is serving up the flavor and power of opera, in bite-sized pieces.

OPERAtizers

Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts

The Board of Directors of Piedmont Opera cordially invites you to an evening of elegance and whirlwind expeditions inspired by the global travels of Phileas Fogg.
Our 2024 Honorary Chairs are Frank and Gary (an adventure in itself) Formal attire recommended. A sense of adventure required.

Millennium Center

Two worlds collide: opera and jazz. The result is magical. This free community concert is a partnership with The Camel City Jazz Orchestra. This event is a sponsored project of the Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County and funded through ARPA supported by the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners.

Jazzed About Opera

Paul J Ciener Botanical Garden

The Martha Bassett Show is recorded live at the historic Reeves Theater, in beautiful downtown Elkin, and blends the fabric of the national roots and Americana scene with the rich artistry, history, and flair of North Carolina’s Piedmont region. Helmed by one of the state’s most distinguished musicians, the live show features national artists, fresh local faces, and the music of Martha Bassett. Each show is a collaboration in song and conversation between Martha, her band, and the guests.

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Magnolia Ball

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