On Nov. 7 and 8, 2026, Sarasota Youth Opera will present Rachel J. Peters’ one-act opera “Rootabaga Country.” The production will star tenor Dylan Schang, and baritone Riley Findley with Jessé Martins conducting and Martha Collins direcitng. Abril Sanchez-Rodriguez will also star in the leading role. Since its inception in 1984, the Youth Opera Program at Sarasota Opera has become {…}
Sarasota Youth Opera invites the community to the interactive Family Day at the Sarasota Opera House on August 23. Family Day offers a glimpse into Sarasota Youth Opera’s program. Attendees will get a taste of the creativity and talent fostered by the Youth Opera and learn about opportunities to get involved in our Youth Opera program and the Youth Opera {…}
Sarasota Youth Opera is set to present a “Family Day” on August 19, 2023 at the Sarasota Opera House in Florida. The showcase, entitled “Find Your Own Opera Voice,” will invite audiences to engage in a singing session, acting games, take a tour of the space, and even create props, among other activities. This “Family Day” precedes the organization’s upcoming {…}
Sarasota Opera has announced the appointment of Cameron Maxwell as their new Youth Opera Coordinator. In this role, Maxwell will be the administrator for SYO programs and performances, as well as the liaison for parents and the community. An Orlando native, Maxwell has experience as a performer and stage director; after graduating from Flagler College, she worked in the development {…}
Sarasota Youth Opera and Child Protection Center have announced their partnership for the 2022 Giving Challenge, hosted by Community Foundation of Sarasota County. The challenge will launch on April 26, 2022, with a Brown Bag Lunch & Learn in the Opera House Courtyard and lobby at noon. Martha Collins, Sarasota Youth Opera’s Director of Education, will discuss their education programs, {…}
The Sarasota Youth Opera has announced that Conner Stigner will be its new Youth Opera Coordinator. In his new role, Stigner will provide administrative support for the company’s programs and performances as well as engage in educational and outreach activities. He will also organize rehearsal schedules, work as an accompanist, and be a liaison to the organization’s parents and parent {…}
Sarasota Youth Opera has opened enrollment for their annual Summer Camp, with plans for a variety of live, interactive Zoom lessons. Sessions will take place from June 21 – July 2, 2021, Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The two-week program has a tuition of $150, with tuition assistance available, as well as a reduced price for {…}
(Credit: Sarasota Youth Opera Facebook Page) Sarasota Opera has announced that the fall semester of its acclaimed Sarasota Youth Opera’s program will be held online this year. The enrollment for the semester will begin on August 25. No audition will be required. The technical requirements for the Sarasota Youth Opera fall semester include either a cellphone, computer, laptop, or a {…}
You won’t find many repertory staples in this weekend’s top five choices, save for one exception. Otherwise, our recommendations feature two rare double bills and a plethora of new operas, including the first operas in Indigeneous languages of Cree and Sámi. Everest / Aleko – Chicago Opera Theater On Saturday and Sunday, the COT will present a unique double bill {…}
