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Meet our Friends of Opera Student Representatives Ella Young and Tanner Engeseth

By Sharla Cerra I recently spoke with Tanner Engeseth and Ella Young, students at the UNL Glenn Korff School of Music. Tanner, who is in his first year of a Master’s program studying Voice Performance, is a baritone. Ella, a senior, is a mezzo. They serve as student representatives to the Friends of Opera board. They both sang at the Friends of Opera Gala fundraiser for the School of Music last September. That program, “In the Kingdom of Bohemia,” was comprised of music by composers born in...

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Music and Theatre meet again in Urinetown

It’s understandable to hear the title Urinetown and have a few questions. Will the Spring Musical this year be reduced to two hours of potty humor? What kinds of educational experiences will the...

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Korff Alumni performs in Strauss’ Salome

Nathaniel Sullivan, UNL class of 2014, is having a wonderful career, keeping busy in the world of opera, concert, and art song.  Performing the demanding principal role of John the Baptist, Nathan...

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SAVE THE DATE: 2023 Friends of Opera GALA

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.” ...

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POSTPONED: Friends of Opera 2021 Gala

In consideration of the increased Covid-19 levels and for the safety of our patrons, the fall 2021 Gala “ A Viennese Ball” scheduled for September 26 has been postponed. We truly value your...

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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