Learn about our incredible repertory and how we bring these works to the stage at these informal yet informative lectures with City Opera artists and leading musicologists and scholars in the field. These wide-ranging series offer something for everyone, from the experienced aficionado to the first time operagoer.
Simply select the lectures you wish to attend from the list below and click the Add to Cart button at the bottom of the page.
Tickets $10 for the general public, $5 for subscribers and members.
Subscribers must call Centercharge at 212.721.6500 or purchase at the David H. Koch Theater box office. Tickets are sold at the door, subject to availability.
| INTRO TO OPERA | |||
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Demystify opera with this series of friendly, fun, info-packed discussions with City Opera staff and artists. You will be surprised just how much extra enjoyment you will get out watching the Opera after one of these discussions. Intro to Opera lectures will take place at Peter Glenville Theatre at the Professional Children's School, 132 West 60th Street, between Columbus and Amsterdam. For questions regarding accessibility, please call Kim Goodis, Manager of Audience Development at 212.870.5640. |
| ARTIST DIALOGUES | |||
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Discover the ideas and inspirations behind the opera you're about to see with the artists who create our productions. Artist Dialouge lectures will take place at Peter Glenville Theatre at the Professional Children's School, 132 West 60th Street, between Columbus and Amsterdam. For questions regarding accessibility, please call Kim Goodis, Manager of Audience Development at 212.870.5640. |
| OPERA INSIGHTS | |||
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Some of the nation's leading opera authorities guide you through the specific opera you're about to attend, offering their insights and answering your questions. Opera Insights lectures will take place at Peter Glenville Theatre at the Professional Children's School, 132 West 60th Street, between Columbus and Amsterdam. For questions regarding accessibility, please call Kim Goodis, Manager of Audience Development at 212.870.5640. |
| LISTENING ROOM | |||
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Join opera lover and audiophile Ken Benson as he spins and comments on rare and classic recordings of the afternoon's featured opera and related works. Listening Room talks will take place in the Green Room of the David H. Koch Theater, located on the orchestra level. For questions regarding accessibility, please call Kim Goodis, Manager of Audience Development at 212.870.5640. |