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.

Opera Sprouts

Opera Sprouts Competition is returning and looking for composers and librettists who wish to explore the world of creating new opera for youth in BC schools. This program offers composer/librettist teams an opportunity to compete for a full commission of their work to tour BC schools in spring of 2028. In partnership with Vancouver Opera, Opera Sprouts is focused on working with composer/librettist teams interested in mentorship, process and building collaborative relationships as the core of developing new work for schools, within the setting of a professional opera company.

December 3 | 12:00 PM

Gather with us at the Baumann Centre for a joyful mix of holiday favourites, opera arias, art songs, and sing-alongs. From familiar melodies to beautiful vocal music, this relaxed midday recital is all about sharing songs, making memories, and enjoying the company of others. Come to sing along, listen, or simply spend a little time together through music.

January 21, 2027 | 12:00 PM

At Shuffle Recital, the audience gets in on the action, helping shape the order of the music and the emotional journey of the performance. Will the next song make you laugh, break your heart, or take the afternoon somewhere completely unexpected?

Join us for a playful, interactive recital where the program takes shape with you in the room.

January 24, 2027 | 1:00 & 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.

With his signature warmth, wit, and deep knowledge of the art form, Robert offers an entertaining introduction to each opera, whether it’s an old favourite or one you’re encountering for the first time. You don’t need to be attending Pacific Opera Victoria’s productions to enjoy Inside Opera, although you may leave wanting to! Whether you’re a longtime opera lover or simply curious about what makes opera tick, Inside Opera is a welcoming way to listen, learn, ask questions, and share an hour with fellow music lovers.

From intimate performances and lively conversations to opportunities to listen, learn, and take part, there’s always something new to experience at the Baumann Centre.

Live at the Baumann brings artists and audiences together through a collection of Pay What You Want events throughout the season. Explore opera from new perspectives, discover music in a relaxed and welcoming setting, join the conversation, or simply come along and see where the experience takes you.