Calendar
October 22
Music
Lunchbox Opera
Lunch with a concert! A relaxing way to take a break and take in a bit of music. Brown bag lunches welcome. Tea and coffee will be served. Admission by Donation ($15 suggested).
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- Time
- Tuesday | 12:30pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- Admission by Donation
October 23
Operas
Il Trittico
This trio of short operas – a suspenseful thriller, a lyric tragedy, and a rambunctious black comedy – has been called Puccini's greatest achievement.
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- Time
- Wednesday | 7:00pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
October 25
Operas
Il Trittico
This trio of short operas – a suspenseful thriller, a lyric tragedy, and a rambunctious black comedy – has been called Puccini's greatest achievement.
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- Time
- Friday | 8:00pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
October 27
Operas
Il Trittico
This trio of short operas – a suspenseful thriller, a lyric tragedy, and a rambunctious black comedy – has been called Puccini's greatest achievement.
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- Time
- Sunday | 2:30pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
October 30
Community Programs
Opera Today: Iestyn Davies
Renowned British countertenor Iestyn Davies talks with Robert Holliston about Baroque music, its current popularity, and the role of the countertenor.
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- Time
- Wednesday | 12:00pm
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- Venue
- Christ Church Cathedral
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- Cost
- Free
October 30
Music
Fretwork and Iestyn Davies
Acclaimed British Countertenor Iestyn Davies joins English viol consort Fretwork for "Purcell & Nyman: Music after Awhile" – a concert of early and contemporary song repertoire.
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- Time
- Wednesday | 7:30pm
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- Venue
- Christ Church Cathedral
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- Cost
- $40 + promo code discount
November 01
Operas
Missing
Set in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside and along the Highway of Tears, Missing is an acclaimed new opera by Métis playwright Marie Clements and Juno-winning composer Brian Current. It gives voice, in English and Gitksan, to the stories of missing and murdered Indigenous women.
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- Time
- Friday | 7:00pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- $35 | $15 Student
November 02
Operas
Missing
Set in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside and along the Highway of Tears, Missing is an acclaimed new opera by Métis playwright Marie Clements and Juno-winning composer Brian Current. It gives voice, in English and Gitksan, to the stories of missing and murdered Indigenous women.
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- Time
- Saturday | 7:00pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- $35 | $15 Student
November 15
Music
Grand Tour of Beer
Join us on a beer-soaked musical journey that will take you through five regions, each with a unique tradition of classical music and brewing.
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- Time
- Friday | 7:30pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- $45.50
November 30
Music
Christmas Concert with Casa Diva
Start the season with a celebration of the Christmas spirit – a vocal concert featuring the singers of Casa Diva! Join us for an evening of exquisite music making just in time for Christmas. Casa Diva are BC mezzo-soprano Megan Latham and sopranos Joni Henson and Virginia Hatfield.
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- Time
- Saturday | 2:00pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- $35
December 02
Special Events
Annual General Meeting
Annual meeting of members of the Pacific Opera Victoria Association.
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- Time
- Monday | 5:00pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- free
February 03
Youth Programs
Living Opera Classroom Workshops
During the 3 weeks preceding each main stage production, teaching artists visit classrooms for 40 minutes of music-based learning and story-telling. Recommended for grades 3 to 8.
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- Time
- Monday | 9:00am
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- Venue
- CRD Classrooms
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- Cost
- Free
February 07
Community Programs
Inside Opera at the Union Club
Guest artists from the upcoming production join Robert Holliston for music and discussion in the elegant surroundings of the Union Club. $35 includes lunch.
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- Time
- Friday | 11:45am
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- Venue
- The Union Club
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- Cost
- $35 per person
February 09
Community Programs
Inside Opera
Learn more about the upcoming opera through interviews with members of the artistic team and hear selections from guest artists.
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- Time
- Sunday | 10:00am
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- Venue
- Phillip T. Young Recital Hall
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- Cost
- Free
February 09
Community Programs
Inside Opera
Learn more about the upcoming opera through interviews with members of the artistic team and hear selections from guest artists.
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- Time
- Sunday | 12:00pm
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- Venue
- Phillip T. Young Recital Hall
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- Cost
- Free
February 13
Community Programs
Opera Today
Opera Today is a new series that highlights the profound relevance of opera in today’s changing world. In February 2020, Opera Today explores the topic of Diversity on the Stage.
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- Time
- Thursday | 7:00pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- Free
February 18
Community Programs
Opera Motifs
Robert Holliston examines a specific topic related to each of Pacific Opera’s productions. Discover your inner scholar without once feeling as if you're in school. Free. And fun.
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- Time
- Tuesday | 12:30pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- Free
February 18
Special Events
President’s Circle Working Rehearsal
A discussion with members of the artistic team and an opportunity to attend a closed rehearsal of the current production. A donor recognition benefit - to thank our President's Circle and Impresario Circle donors for their support.
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- Time
- Tuesday | 6:00pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- By invitation
February 18
Youth Programs
Student & Family Previews
Young people love opera! Students, home learners, and families are invited to attend the Preview (Dress Rehearsal) for Pacific Opera productions.
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- Time
- Tuesday | 7:00pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- $25 Adult, $15 Student
February 20
Special Events
Sense of Occasion
Pre-performance reception in celebration of opening night. Gourmet finger foods and wine. Space is limited. Dress is festive.
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- Time
- Thursday | 6:30pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- $35
February 20
Operas
Flight
A Canadian première, Flight is an off-the-wall mix of profundity and high-flying hijinks – and a story of our time. Inspired by the true story of a refugee who lived in an airport for 18 years, Flight is one of the most popular of contemporary operas.
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- Time
- Thursday | 8:00pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
February 22
Operas
Flight
A Canadian première, Flight is an off-the-wall mix of profundity and high-flying hijinks – and a story of our time. Inspired by the true story of a refugee who lived in an airport for 18 years, Flight is one of the most popular of contemporary operas.
-
- Time
- Saturday | 8:00pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
February 26
Music
Lunchbox Opera
Lunch with a concert! A relaxing way to take a break and take in a bit of music. Brown bag lunches welcome. Tea and coffee will be served. Admission by Donation ($15 suggested).
-
- Time
- Wednesday | 12:30pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Admission by Donation
February 28
Operas
Flight
A Canadian première, Flight is an off-the-wall mix of profundity and high-flying hijinks – and a story of our time. Inspired by the true story of a refugee who lived in an airport for 18 years, Flight is one of the most popular of contemporary operas.
-
- Time
- Friday | 8:00pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
March 01
Operas
Flight
A Canadian première, Flight is an off-the-wall mix of profundity and high-flying hijinks – and a story of our time. Inspired by the true story of a refugee who lived in an airport for 18 years, Flight is one of the most popular of contemporary operas.
-
- Time
- Sunday | 2:30pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
March 19
Operas
The Flight of the Hummingbird
An enchanting new opera for the whole family. The animals of the forest are inspired to come together by Dukdukdiya, the Hummingbird, to save their beautiful home from a raging fire.
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- Time
- Thursday | 2:00pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- Adults: $25.
Youth (3 to 17): $12.
Children 2 & under free (ticket required)
March 20
Operas
The Flight of the Hummingbird
An enchanting new opera for the whole family. The animals of the forest are inspired to come together by Dukdukdiya, the Hummingbird, to save their beautiful home from a raging fire.
-
- Time
- Friday | 2:00pm
-
- Venue
- Baumann Centre
-
- Cost
- Adults: $25.
Youth (3 to 17): $12.
Children 2 & under free (ticket required)
March 21
Operas
The Flight of the Hummingbird
An enchanting new opera for the whole family. The animals of the forest are inspired to come together by Dukdukdiya, the Hummingbird, to save their beautiful home from a raging fire.
-
- Time
- Saturday | 7:00pm
-
- Venue
- Baumann Centre
-
- Cost
- Adults: $25.
Youth (3 to 17): $12.
Children 2 & under free (ticket required)
March 22
Operas
The Flight of the Hummingbird
An enchanting new opera for the whole family. The animals of the forest are inspired to come together by Dukdukdiya, the Hummingbird, to save their beautiful home from a raging fire.
-
- Time
- Sunday | 7:00pm
-
- Venue
- Baumann Centre
-
- Cost
- Adults: $25.
Youth (3 to 17): $12.
Children 2 & under free (ticket required)
March 30
Youth Programs
Living Opera Classroom Workshops
During the 3 weeks preceding each main stage production, teaching artists visit classrooms for 40 minutes of music-based learning and story-telling. Recommended for grades 3 to 8.
-
- Time
- Monday | 9:00am
-
- Venue
- CRD Classrooms
-
- Cost
- Free
April 03
Community Programs
Inside Opera at the Union Club
Guest artists from the upcoming production join Robert Holliston for music and discussion in the elegant surroundings of the Union Club. $35 includes lunch.
-
- Time
- Friday | 11:45am
-
- Venue
- The Union Club
-
- Cost
- $35 per person
April 05
Community Programs
Inside Opera
Learn more about the upcoming opera through interviews with members of the artistic team and hear selections from guest artists.
-
- Time
- Sunday | 10:00am
-
- Venue
- Phillip T. Young Recital Hall
-
- Cost
- Free
April 05
Community Programs
Inside Opera
Learn more about the upcoming opera through interviews with members of the artistic team and hear selections from guest artists.
-
- Time
- Sunday | 12:00pm
-
- Venue
- Phillip T. Young Recital Hall
-
- Cost
- Free
April 11
Special Events
President’s Circle Working Rehearsal
A discussion with members of the artistic team and an opportunity to attend a closed rehearsal of the current production. A donor recognition benefit - to thank our President's Circle and Impresario Circle donors for their support.
-
- Time
- Saturday | 1:30pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- By invitation
April 14
Community Programs
Opera Motifs
Robert Holliston examines a specific topic related to each of Pacific Opera’s productions. Discover your inner scholar without once feeling as if you're in school. Free. And fun.
-
- Time
- Tuesday | 12:30pm
-
- Venue
- Baumann Centre
-
- Cost
- Free
April 14
Youth Programs
Student & Family Previews
Young people love opera! Students, home learners, and families are invited to attend the Preview (Dress Rehearsal) for Pacific Opera productions.
-
- Time
- Tuesday | 7:00pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- $25 Adult, $15 Student
April 16
Special Events
Sense of Occasion
Pre-performance reception in celebration of opening night. Gourmet finger foods and wine. Space is limited. Dress is festive.
-
- Time
- Thursday | 6:30pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- $35
April 16
Operas
Carmen
Bewitching, wilful, earthy, Carmen is a woman who is determined to write her own destiny. Perhaps the most alluring character in all of opera, Carmen is simply unforgettable,
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- Time
- Thursday | 8:00pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
April 18
Operas
Carmen
Bewitching, wilful, earthy, Carmen is a woman who is determined to write her own destiny. Perhaps the most alluring character in all of opera, Carmen is simply unforgettable,
-
- Time
- Saturday | 8:00pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
April 21
Music
Lunchbox Opera
Lunch with a concert! A relaxing way to take a break and take in a bit of music. Brown bag lunches welcome. Tea and coffee will be served. Admission by Donation ($15 suggested).
-
- Time
- Tuesday | 12:30pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Admission by Donation
April 22
Operas
Carmen
Bewitching, wilful, earthy, Carmen is a woman who is determined to write her own destiny. Perhaps the most alluring character in all of opera, Carmen is simply unforgettable,
-
- Time
- Wednesday | 7:00pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
April 24
Operas
Carmen
Bewitching, wilful, earthy, Carmen is a woman who is determined to write her own destiny. Perhaps the most alluring character in all of opera, Carmen is simply unforgettable,
-
- Time
- Friday | 8:00pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
April 26
Operas
Carmen
Bewitching, wilful, earthy, Carmen is a woman who is determined to write her own destiny. Perhaps the most alluring character in all of opera, Carmen is simply unforgettable,
-
- Time
- Sunday | 2:30pm
-
- Venue
- Royal Theatre
-
- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72