by Friends of Opera | Jan 22, 2025 | Events
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,...
by Friends of Opera | Nov 11, 2024 | Events
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...
by Friends of Opera | Jul 11, 2023 | News
The FRIENDS OF OPERA GALA will be held Sunday, September 24th at the Country Club of Lincoln, starting with cocktails at 6pm and dinner at 6:30pm. Our theme this year will be “Midnight in Paris.” Once again, fun will be offered with the Live and Silent Auctions,...
by Friends of Opera | Jul 9, 2023 | News
Eight of the students admitted to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Glenn Korff School of Music voice program for 2023-2024 were invited to compete on April 2 for one of the three $1000 scholarships funded by Friends of Opera. The winners were chosen by an...
by Friends of Opera | Jan 29, 2023 | Events
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...