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2011-12 Season

Discover Yourself

How will a night at the opera transform you?
Pittsburgh Opera’s 2011-12 season includes La traviata, The Pearl Fishers, Hansel & Gretel, Tosca, and Abduction from the Seraglio. Subscribe now!

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Cabaret with our Resident Artists

February 24, 2012

Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters
There's nothing else like it!
Our Resident Artists let their hair down in this hilarious, sometimes naughty concert. Read more...

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Angela Brown
in Concert

March 8, 2012, 6:00 PM

Tickets on sale now! Angela Brown, star of our Tosca, gives a concert at Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters. Read more. See video of Ms. Brown singing "Vissi d'arte" from Tosca.

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Tosca

Mar. 24, 27, 30; Apr. 1, 2012

Benedum Center
Puccini's potent tale of an opera diva who defies the most powerful and corrupt man in Rome, in life and in death. Read more.

Paolo Pecchioli in concert

April 14, 2012, 6:00 PM

Unforgettable in The Italian Girl in Algiers and The Barber of Seville, Mr. Pecchioli gives a concert April 14 at Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters. 

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The Abduction
from the Seraglio

April 28; May 1, 4, 6, 2012

Benedum Center
Moments of uproarious laughter and genuine pathos follow a nobleman, his lover, and their servants in a Mozart favorite.  Read more.

2012-13 Season

See what makes the classics CLASSIC. 

Pittsburgh Opera’s 2012-13 season includes Rigoletto, Don Giovanni, Il matrimonio segreto, Cabaret 2013, Madama Butterfly, and La cenerentola. Read about next season.
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Rigoletto

October 6, 9, 12, 14, 2012

Benedum Center

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Don Giovanni

November 3, 6, 9, 11, 2012

Benedum Center

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Il matrimonio segreto

(The Secret Marriage)
Jan. 26, 29; Feb. 1, 3, 2013

CAPA Theater
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Madama Butterfly

March 16, 19, 22, 24, 2013

Benedum Center

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La cenerentola

(Cinderella)
Apr. 27, 30; May 3, 5, 2013

Benedum Center
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Special Events

Cabaret 2012: February 24!

Cabaret 2012: February 24!

Join us February 24 for this always entertaining, sometimes naughty revue, starring our Resident Artists. Tickets on sale now! Get more information. Buy tickets online.



Art Song Recital March 4: Alexandra Loutsion

Art Song Recital March 4: Alexandra Loutsion

Resident Artist Alexandra Loutsion gives a Sunday afternoon recital themed "Living Relics of the Human Experience." FREE; hosted by the Pittsburgh Opera Guilds. Read more...  



Angela Brown in Concert, March 8

Angela Brown in Concert, March 8

Tosca star Angela Brown gives a recital in the intimate surroundings of Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters. Capacity is limited - order now. Read more. Buy tickets online.



Next Brown Bag concert: March 10

Next Brown Bag concert: March 10

Our March 10 Brown Bag is free and family friendly, and, as always, features our Resident Artists! Get more information


 

News & Announcements

RENEW NOW for the 2012-13 season!

RENEW NOW for the 2012-13 season!

Get best selection, save money, enjoy exclusive offers and great benefits like our Film Series! Renew online and save the $5 processing fee by clicking here.

 

Cabaret 2012 sashays onstage Friday, Feb. 24

Cabaret 2012 sashays onstage Friday, Feb. 24

Our Resident Artists let down their hair in this funny, sometimes naughty revue of Broadway tunes, novelty songs, and more. Read more. Buy tickets online.

 

Angela Brown in Concert at Pittsburgh Opera, March 8

Angela Brown in Concert at Pittsburgh Opera, March 8

Angela Brown, star of our Tosca and creator of "Opera from a Sistah's Point of View" gives a concert on March 8 in Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters. Read more. Buy tickets online. See video of Ms. Brown singing "Vissi d'arte" from Tosca.

 

HANSEL & GRETEL: in trouble with Mother

HANSEL & GRETEL: in trouble with Mother

Hansel & Gretel's mother (Alexandra Loutsion) reprimands Hansel (Stephanie Lauricella) and Gretel (Suzanne Vinnik) for horsing around when they should have been working. Photo: David Bachman.

HANSEL & GRETEL: no kiss for Father

HANSEL & GRETEL: no kiss for Father

Father (Kyle Oliver, right) comes home a little tipsy, but gets no friendly greeting from Mother (Alexandra Loutsion). Photo: David Bachman.  

HANSEL & GRETEL: the Sandman appears

HANSEL & GRETEL: the Sandman appears

Lost in the forest, Hansel and Gretel (Stephanie Lauricella, Suzanne Vinnik) encounter the Sandman (Katy Shackelton Williams), who promises restful sleep. Photo: David Bachman.

HANSEL & GRETEL: the siblings dream of angels

HANSEL & GRETEL: the siblings dream of angels

Hansel & Gretel (center, Stephanie Lauricella and Suzanne Vinnik) dream that they are serenaded by angels (members of the Children's Festival Chorus). Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: in the witch's house

HANSEL & GRETEL: in the witch's house

Hansel (left, Stephanie Lauricella) and Gretel (right, Suzanne Vinnik) sample the gingerbread house just as the Witch arrives. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: a spell on Hansel

HANSEL & GRETEL: a spell on Hansel

The Witch (Alexandra Loutsion, right) puts a spell on Hansel (Stephanie Lauricella) so she can fatten him up and eat him. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: Gretel sets the table

HANSEL & GRETEL: Gretel sets the table

Gretel (Suzanne Vinnik, right) is under a spell and assists the Witch in setting the table. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: seasoning Hansel for the meal

HANSEL & GRETEL: seasoning Hansel for the meal

The Witch (Alexandra Loutsion) seasons a spellbound Hansel (Stephanie Lauricella) as she prepares to cook and eat the children. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: the oven awaits

HANSEL & GRETEL: the oven awaits

Gretel (left, Suzanne Vinnik) takes orders from the Witch (Alexandra Loutsion) to check the oven. Photo: David Bachman

HANSEL & GRETEL: children come back to life

HANSEL & GRETEL: children come back to life

Gretel (Suzanne Vinnik) greets a child brought back to life, as Hansel and Gretel reversed the witch's curse on the children she previously captured. Photo by David Bachman.

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