Season Extras
Opera Under the Stars
Join Opera Idaho’s Resident Company along with special guest soloists singing from Met to Best of Broadway. June 13th in the beautiful Idaho Botanical Garden setting. Bring a picnic and blanket or chairs to join us for an evening of food, drink, and breath-taking voices under the stars. Sponsored by Zion's Bank
The Idaho Botanical Garden
Friday, June 13, 2008-7:00 p.m.
Special Events
Auction of Arias Gala
In its fifth year, Auction of Arias Gala will be another exciting evening of glamorous voices, delicious wine, and gourmet food. Hear guest artists from Lucia di Lammermoor sing your favorite arias and duets featuring gourmet delights and an evening of music you won't forget. This unforgettable and intimate evening will be held in the exquisite venue at Opera Idaho’s new home at The Performing Arts Academy.
The Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy
Friday, October 24, 2008-7:00 p.m.
Main Stage
Lucia di Lammermoor
Starring with one of the nations’s best, San Francisco sensational tenor, Christopher Bengochea. San Francisco lyric soprano, Rochelle Bard will sing the role of Lucia. According to Joshua Kosman, San Francisco Chronicle “Rochelle Bard is headed for greatness”. Her great skill for flipping to high notes with ease and her famous final mad scene was a knockout-fluid, precisely etched and marked by a haunting sense of vulnerability.
Morrison Center
Saturday, November 1, 2008-8:00 p.m.
Season Extras
Puccini Martini Blast
Come experience award winning martinis, elegant appetizers, and sensational voices that all add up to an unforgettable cocktail party filled with witty conversation and stunning bits and pieces of opera. Especially for the Young Professionals, sponsored by Idaho Trust Bank.
Arid Club
Friday, September 19, 2008-7:00 p.m.
Opera Idaho Sings Christmas
Be first to celebrate the Holidays with Opera Idaho’s Resident Company along with the Opera Idaho Children Chorus and selected soloists in this delightful concert of holiday tradition. Enjoy selections from the Messiah, holiday tunes, and the ever-popular sing-along. Bring the entire family to experience all of your favorite holiday music.
Egyptian Theater
Saturday, December 6, 2008-7:00 p.m.
Special Events
Mardi Gras Masked Ball
Mark your calendars. Bigger and better than ever. An evening featuring Silent and Live Auction, masks, costumes and table decorations that pique the imagination. An Opera Idaho tradition lives on with the annual Mardi Gras Masked Ball. Savor an evening of grand celebration and elegance at this signature opera event. Sample delicious food, fabulous drinks, dazzling dancing, and all that Mardi Gras has to offer at the Arid Club.
Arid Club
Saturday, January 31, 2009-6:00 p.m.
Main Stage
Cosi fan tutte
Fully staged, Modern version of Mozart's comedic opera "women are fickle".
Egyptain Theater
Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8, 2008 (March 5 dress rehersal)
