Calendar
January 20
Youth Programs
The Flight of the Hummingbird
An enchanting new opera for young people, The Flight of the Hummingbird tours British Columbia schools and community venues from January to May 2020.
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- Time
- Monday | 9:00am
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- Venue
- In Schools
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- Cost
- $800 per performance
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 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
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- $25 Adult, $15 Student
February 19
Community Programs
Opera Today
Opera Today is a new series that highlights the profound relevance of opera in today’s changing world. Discussion, exploration, and discovery!
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- Time
- Wednesday | 7:00pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- Free / donations gratefully accepted
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.
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- Time
- Saturday | 8:00pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
February 25
Music
Lunchbox Opera – Flight
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
- First Metropolitan United Church
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- 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.
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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
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.
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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
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.
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- Time
- Friday | 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 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.
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- Time
- Saturday | 4:00pm
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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 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.
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- Time
- Saturday | 7:00pm
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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 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.
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- Time
- Sunday | 7:00pm
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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 23
Youth Programs
Opera Works Camp
Create and perform your own opera! A week-long Spring Break Opera Camp for kids 9 to 13. March 23 to 27, 2020, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
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- Time
- Monday | 8:30am
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- Venue
- First Metropolitan United Church
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- Cost
- $225 (Early Bird rate $175 by Jan. 31)
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.
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- 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 15
Community Programs
Opera Goes to the Movies
Explore the world that surrounds the stories of your favorite operas through film and documentary. Some films will be followed by a short, curated discussion.
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- Time
- Wednesday | 7:00pm
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- Venue
- Baumann Centre
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- Cost
- Free / donations gratefully accepted
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,
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- Time
- Saturday | 8:00pm
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- Venue
- Royal Theatre
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- Cost
- Tickets from $29 | Subscriptions from $72
April 21
Music
Lunchbox Opera – Carmen
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
- Baumann Centre
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- 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,
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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
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,
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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
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,
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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