by Friends of Opera | Aug 21, 2025 | Events
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...
by Friends of Opera | Apr 8, 2025 | Events
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. RSVP...
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 | 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...
by Friends of Opera | Oct 29, 2022 | Events
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...
