November 6-7, 2026
Weaving together text and music from the 2011 opera, composer Andrew Paul MacDonald and librettist Stephen Massicotte reimagine Mary’s Wedding for narrator, two singers, and piano—an intimate reflection on love and remembrance.
Originally developed and premiered in Victoria, this new presentation returns following last year’s performances.
May 29 & 30, 2027
A landmark of Québec theatre, Albertine en cinq temps – L’opéra follows one woman at five stages of her life, as memory, identity, and emotion collide. This new operatic adaptation brings Michel Tremblay’s powerful work to the stage in an intimate and striking form. The play is written in joual (a Québecois dialect of French) and is deeply rooted in the cultural and social shifts surrounding the Quiet Revolution, a period that reshaped Québec’s identity, religion, and family life. Tremblay’s work gives voice to women whose experiences were often overlooked, capturing both the intimacy of domestic life and the weight of broader societal change.
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Opera 101
September 17 | Noon
Curious about opera? Join Robert Holliston, with Principal Coach & Music Administrator Kimberley-Ann Bartczak at the piano, and soprano Jennifer Turner for a welcoming introduction through conversation and live performance. Discover what to listen for, unpack opera terminology, and explore the stories and music that bring the art form to life.
Inside Opera | Il Trovatore
September 20 | 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Join us for Inside Opera, an engaging hour-long series hosted by Robert Holliston, exploring the stories, music, characters, and creative ideas behind some of opera’s most fascinating works. For this exploration of Verdi’s Il trovatore, Robert is joined by special guest Grant Youngblood, who sings Conte di Luna in Pacific Opera Victoria’s production.
Found in Translation
October 29 | 7:00 PM
Join us for a special evening celebrating Found in Translation, a community-driven initiative that brings Indigenous Elders, newcomers to Canada, language speakers, and local artists together through music. Hear classical Western art songs transformed through Indigenous and newcomer languages, as familiar music takes on new meaning through translation, collaboration, and shared experience. Through performances and conversation, the evening explores the ways music and language can foster belonging, celebrate cultural knowledge, and create connections across communities.