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Coffee at Kerr

Lecture Series

The Coffee at Kerr series will continue through our 2024/25 Season and feature previews of our upcoming productions this season.

Join us for a FREE music and lecture series at ASU Kerr. Get a detailed look at each opera and receive exclusive, behind-the-scenes information about our productions. This lecture series is ideal for all opera lovers – of all ages.

 

Schedule:

Coffee at Kerr: The Tell-Tale HeartCOFFEE AT KERR

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:30 AM MST
ASU Kerr (In-Person or Online)

THIS EVENT WILL BE A PREVIEW OUR UPCOMING PRODUCTION OF THE TELL-TALE HEART.

Experience an exclusive preview featuring Gregg Kallor, the acclaimed composer of Frankenstein, as he delves into the creative process behind his chamber opera, The Tell-Tale Heart. Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s famous short story, this piece will be performed by Arizona Opera Marion Roose Pullin Studio Artist Sedona Libero as part of our inaugural Beyond Downtown series.

Presented by Gregg Kallor, composer and librettist of The Tell-Tale Heart.

 

 

Coffee at Kerr: La BohèmeLA BOHÈME

Wednesday, Jan 15, 2025 at 10:30 AM MST
ASU Kerr (In-Person or Online)

THIS EVENT WILL BE A PREVIEW OUR UPCOMING PRODUCTION OF LA BOHÈME.

Giacomo Puccini’s beloved classic La Bohème transports you to the streets of 19th century Paris for one of the world’s most timeless and moving love stories. In the vibrant Latin Quarter, a romance ignites between the poet Rodolfo and Mimì, a beautiful but frail seamstress. With its exquisite melodies and stirring emotions, La Bohème continues to captivate audiences around the world. Immerse yourself in this unforgettable journey through the passions of youth and the bittersweet beauty of life.

   

 

 

Coffee at Kerr: Pullin Opera Studio Cabaretpullin opera Studio cabaret

Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM MST
ASU Kerr (In-Person or Online)

THIS EVENT WILL BE A PREVIEW OUR UPCOMING PULLIN OPERA STUDIO CABARET.

This immersive Cabaret experience will highlight classical Musical Theatre, Golden Age Songs, contemporary tunes, and opera samplings sung by members of the Marion Roose Pullin Opera Studio.

   

 

 

 

Coffee at Kerr: Aidaaida

Wednesday, Apr 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM MST
ASU Kerr (In-Person or Online)

THIS EVENT WILL BE A PREVIEW OUR UPCOMING PRODUCTION OF AIDA.

The splendor of Egypt comes to life through this visually arresting, projection-based concert production of Verdi’s Aida in its first Arizona Opera performances in over a decade. Featuring some of the most breathtaking music in the operatic repertoire, Aida tells the story of forbidden love amidst political intrigue and war. As the looming shadow of war envelops the sands of Egypt, Princess Aida confronts the challenges posed by a web of love, loyalty, and betrayal.

   

 

 

 

Arizona Opera’s Education and Community Engagement programs are made possible, in part, thanks to the support of: Dr. Herschel Rosenzweig, Invest in Kids Charitable Fund, The Moreno Family Foundation, A Gift in Memory of Elsa Reichenbach, The City of Peoria, Cardinals Charities, The Krumholz Foundation, the William E. Hall Foundation held at the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, and a consortium of individual donors.