MLK Library Series
David Carlson's Anna Karenina
August 3 - 30
Includes a gallery exhibit featuring Mr. Carlson's personal collection of manuscripts, a film screening and and preview/panel discussion by members of the cast and composer. Click here for details. Free event.

Introduction to Opera 

At 6:30 before evening performances, and 1:30 before matinees, a free talk will be presented in the California Theatre that will acquaint you with the composer’s life, his place in the history of opera, the story and its characters.

There will be no Introduction to Opera talks on opening night.

Introducing Post-Performance 'Talk Backs'

The magic doesn't end when the curtain comes down! After each first Sunday matinee, you're invited to stay in the theatre and meet the artists. Approximately ten minutes after the performance, members of the cast will return to the house to give you their thoughts, answer your questions and offer you a chance to "talk back." The event is free of charge, and offers a fun, casual setting for people to interact with the artists of the production following the performance.  The dates for these post-performance talks - which take place in the orchestra level of the California Theatre - are Sept. 12, 2010 (Anna Karenina), Nov. 14, 2010 (Tosca), Feb. 13, 2011 (The Barber of Seville) and April 24, 2011 (La bohème).

Tuesday Previews

On the Tuesday evenings prior to each opening night, a preview lecture presented by Larry Hancock, with arias and ensembles performed by members of the cast, will be presented. Previews for the 2010 - 2011 season will take place at the San Jose Woman's Club located at 75 South 11th Street in downtown San Jose (click here for map.) Hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served at 6:30 and the preview will begin at 7, lasting one hour.  These entertaining talks are intended to give the newcomer an understanding of the plot and characters, as well as a taste of the music itself.

Preview dates: Anna Karenina: August 31, 2010; Tosca: Nov. 2, 2010; The Barber of Seville: February 1, 2011; La bohème: April 12, 2011.

Tuesday Previews tickets, priced at $25 each, may be ordered by phone (408 437-4450) Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or online via tickets.com.