Events

Hansel and Gretel (Humperdinck)

Hansel and Gretel (Humperdinck)

The classic Grimm fairy tale comes to life in Humperdinck's lush 19th century romantic score. This one-act English version is ideal for all ages.  Experience this production in the newly renovated Kimball Recital Hall!   Full Orchestra Performances Friday,...

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Friends of Opera Gala

Friends of Opera Gala

JOIN US FOR THE FRIENDS OF OPERA GALA Country Club of Lincoln Sunday, September 28 2025 6:00pm Cocktails 6:45pm Dinner Musical program performed by UNL Opera Students *Wine Raffle *Live Auction * Silent Auction * Opportunities to contribute to UNL Opera and the...

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Robert Owens Centenary Festival

Robert Owens Centenary Festival

JOIN US TO CELEBRATE THE MUSIC OF ROBERT OWENS The Glenn Korff School of Music will host the Robert Owens Centenary Festival to celebrate the life and legacy of this influential African American composer Wednesday, September 17 – Friday, September 19, 2025. The...

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Opera Scenes Soiree

Opera Scenes Soiree

Please join us for the Opera Scenes Soirée presented by the fabulous students at UNL. The Landing (3500 Faulkner Drive)Tuesday, May 6th6:30pm  Reception7:00pm Scenes programThis is a free event. Space is Limited so RSVP is needed to reserve your seat.

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Urinetown

Urinetown

Urinetown: The Musical is a darkly comedic satire that lampoons corporate greed, social responsibility, and the legal system in a dystopian future where water scarcity has led to a ban on private toilets. With irreverent humor and a tongue-in-cheek narrative,...

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Dialogues of the Carmelites

Dialogues of the Carmelites

Experience Poulenc’s stark and revelatory drama about the young Blanche de la Force’s pursuit of refuge in her faith as she struggles to tame her overwrought fears of the world. Based on actual events, this profound opera recounts the story of a group of Carmelite...

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La Traviata

La Traviata

La Traviata is one of the most beloved theatrical works of all time, combining an exquisitely romantic story with gloriously memorable music that unfurls one heart stopping beautiful melody after another. A treat for all audiences, La Traviata appeals to everyone from...

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The Marriage of Figaro

The Marriage of Figaro

UNL Opera presents THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO Figaro, the Count’s valet, is to be married today to Susanna, maidservant to the Countess. But there’s one little problem. The Count has designs on Susanna, and he is prepared to use all the power of his position to prevent...

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The Cunning Little Vixen

Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 5:00 pm and Sunday, October 4, 2020 at 5:00 pm The 90-minute opera will be performed outdoors on the patio of Kimball Hall. Sung in English, with projected supertitles. Janáček’s glorious score tells a wonderful story about the one-ness of...

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Please join Friends of Opera today! Your membership dues will:

  • Enhance the quality of University of Nebraska-Lincoln Opera productions
  • Encourage talented vocal students to attend University of Nebraska-Lincoln through scholarships and increased performance opportunities
  • Support outreach programs 
  • Reward outstanding performers at the annual Metropolitan Opera Nebraska District Auditions