BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Opera San Jose - ECPv6.10.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Opera San Jose X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.operasj.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Opera San Jose REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20240315T183707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T165846Z UID:10000231-1712338200-1712349000@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia First Friday DESCRIPTION:Once again\, we\, in collaboration with South First Friday Art Walk\, are opening the door to the California Theatre to celebrate our Florencia First Friday.  \nJoin us for an evening of wonderful music\, face painting\, games\, a community art project\, and much more!  \nFor more information about South First Friday Art Walk\, please visit their website HERE. \nThis event is free of charge and open to the public\, but we would still love to know you are coming!RSVP for the free event at the RSVP form below! URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-first-friday LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Florencia-First-Friday-web-event-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240407T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240407T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20240315T190011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T190011Z UID:10000232-1712503800-1712507400@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia en el Amazonas at the Library! DESCRIPTION:Join Opera San José at the East San Jose Carnegie Library Branch on Sunday\, April 7\, for a free preview of our upcoming production of Florencia en el Amazonas\, our first Spanish Language opera by composer Daniel Catán.  \nAll ages are welcome\, and no registration is necessary!  \n  URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-en-el-amazonas-at-the-library LOCATION:East San Jose Carnegie Library\, 1102 E Santa Clara St\, San Jose\, CA 95116\, San Jose\, CA\, 95116\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240417T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240417T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20240318T212003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T212026Z UID:10000235-1713375000-1713378600@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Opera at Your Doorstep: Florencia en el Amazonas SUBSCRIBER EXCLUSIVE EVENT DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL EVENT \nStep into the enchanting realm of Florencia en el Amazonas\, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur into a mesmerizing tapestry of magical realism! Join us for an unforgettable journey guided by the esteemed aficionado of Opera San José\, Brad Wade. Prepare to be captivated as Brad immerses you in a spellbinding exploration\, delving deep into the intricacies of the ethereal world crafted by the visionary composer Daniel Catán and the masterful librettist Marcela Fuentes-Berain. \nBrad will unveil the secrets behind the enchanting melodies\, the richly woven narrative\, and the captivating characters that inhabit the lush depths of the Amazon. With his unparalleled expertise and infectious passion\, Brad will lead you through a labyrinth of musical motifs\, thematic symbolism\, and theatrical nuances\, painting a vivid portrait of the magical realism that defines this operatic masterpiece. \nSo\, grab your opera glasses and prepare to be swept away on a whirlwind adventure through the enchanting world of Florencia en el Amazonas\, where every moment is a symphony of wonder and discovery! \nFlorencia en el Amazonas\nComposed by Daniel Catán\nLibretto by Marcela Fuentes-Berain\nPresented under license by Associated Music Publishers\, copyright owners. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/opera-at-your-doorstep-florencia-en-el-amazonas-subscriber-exclusive-event LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/OAYD-website-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20230607T232244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T232244Z UID:10000155-1713641400-1713641400@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia en el Amazonas DESCRIPTION:Opera San José is thrilled to present the long awaited Bay Area premiere of Mexican composer\, Daniel Catan’s masterpiece Florencia en el Amazonas\, OSJ’s first spanish language work. Crystal Manich returns after her celebrated West Side Story to direct this new production. Set on a steamboat voyaging down the enchanted Amazon rainforest\, the glamorous Florencia and the other passengers go on a life-changing adventure. Charged with the magical realism of Gabriel Garcia Marquez\, the opera blurs the boundaries of the real and the fantastic to explore and reveal longing\, grief and love. Mo. Marcheso conducts. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-en-el-amazonas CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Florencia_Title_600x600_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20230607T232244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T232244Z UID:10000156-1713708000-1713708000@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia en el Amazonas DESCRIPTION:Opera San José is thrilled to present the long awaited Bay Area premiere of Mexican composer\, Daniel Catan’s masterpiece Florencia en el Amazonas\, OSJ’s first spanish language work. Crystal Manich returns after her celebrated West Side Story to direct this new production. Set on a steamboat voyaging down the enchanted Amazon rainforest\, the glamorous Florencia and the other passengers go on a life-changing adventure. Charged with the magical realism of Gabriel Garcia Marquez\, the opera blurs the boundaries of the real and the fantastic to explore and reveal longing\, grief and love. Mo. Marcheso conducts. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-en-el-amazonas-2 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Florencia_Title_600x600_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240425T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240425T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20240411T201752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T202141Z UID:10000242-1714057200-1714062600@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia en el Amazonas Panel Discussion DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Florencia en el Amazonas Panel Discussion. Opera San José takes immense pleasure in presenting this captivating masterpiece by Daniel Catán. We have gathered some of San Jose’s brilliant artistic minds for an in-depth conversation about our first Spanish-language production.Our Panelists:\n– Shawna Lucey – Opera San José General Director & CEO\n– Erin Salazar – Executive Director of Local Color\n– Elizabeth Caballero – Current Florencia in our production of Florencia en el Amazonas.\n– Armando Castellano – Classical Musician and Arts Advocate in the San Francisco Bay Area.\n– And more! \nThis event is free to the public and will be live-streamed. To RSVP for the free in-person event\, please click HERE. To RSVP for the livestream and join us from the comfort of your home\, please click HERE.We eagerly anticipate your presence at the Florencia en el Amazonas Panel Discussion as we embark on an enlightening journey through the lush landscapes of Florencia. \nIf you have any questions concerning panel\, please reach out to our development department at development@operasj.org  URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-en-el-amazonas-panel-discussion LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Panel-discussion-website-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20230607T232244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T232244Z UID:10000157-1714159800-1714159800@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia en el Amazonas DESCRIPTION:Opera San José is thrilled to present the long awaited Bay Area premiere of Mexican composer\, Daniel Catan’s masterpiece Florencia en el Amazonas\, OSJ’s first spanish language work. Crystal Manich returns after her celebrated West Side Story to direct this new production. Set on a steamboat voyaging down the enchanted Amazon rainforest\, the glamorous Florencia and the other passengers go on a life-changing adventure. Charged with the magical realism of Gabriel Garcia Marquez\, the opera blurs the boundaries of the real and the fantastic to explore and reveal longing\, grief and love. Mo. Marcheso conducts. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-en-el-amazonas-3 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Florencia_Title_600x600_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20230607T232245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T232245Z UID:10000158-1714312800-1714312800@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia en el Amazonas DESCRIPTION:Opera San José is thrilled to present the long awaited Bay Area premiere of Mexican composer\, Daniel Catan’s masterpiece Florencia en el Amazonas\, OSJ’s first spanish language work. Crystal Manich returns after her celebrated West Side Story to direct this new production. Set on a steamboat voyaging down the enchanted Amazon rainforest\, the glamorous Florencia and the other passengers go on a life-changing adventure. Charged with the magical realism of Gabriel Garcia Marquez\, the opera blurs the boundaries of the real and the fantastic to explore and reveal longing\, grief and love. Mo. Marcheso conducts. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-en-el-amazonas-4 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Florencia_Title_600x600_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240503T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240503T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20230607T232245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T232245Z UID:10000159-1714764600-1714764600@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia en el Amazonas DESCRIPTION:Opera San José is thrilled to present the long awaited Bay Area premiere of Mexican composer\, Daniel Catan’s masterpiece Florencia en el Amazonas\, OSJ’s first spanish language work. Crystal Manich returns after her celebrated West Side Story to direct this new production. Set on a steamboat voyaging down the enchanted Amazon rainforest\, the glamorous Florencia and the other passengers go on a life-changing adventure. Charged with the magical realism of Gabriel Garcia Marquez\, the opera blurs the boundaries of the real and the fantastic to explore and reveal longing\, grief and love. Mo. Marcheso conducts. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-en-el-amazonas-5 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Florencia_Title_600x600_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20230607T232245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T232245Z UID:10000160-1714917600-1714917600@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Florencia en el Amazonas DESCRIPTION:Opera San José is thrilled to present the long awaited Bay Area premiere of Mexican composer\, Daniel Catan’s masterpiece Florencia en el Amazonas\, OSJ’s first spanish language work. Crystal Manich returns after her celebrated West Side Story to direct this new production. Set on a steamboat voyaging down the enchanted Amazon rainforest\, the glamorous Florencia and the other passengers go on a life-changing adventure. Charged with the magical realism of Gabriel Garcia Marquez\, the opera blurs the boundaries of the real and the fantastic to explore and reveal longing\, grief and love. Mo. Marcheso conducts. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/florencia-en-el-amazonas-6 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Florencia_Title_600x600_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143305 CREATED:20240604T175306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T175507Z UID:10000243-1719079200-1719082800@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Opera in the Park DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to an enchanting evening of music at our annual Opera in the Park event. This year promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with captivating performances\, stunning vocal talent\, and the serene ambiance of the great outdoors. \nBring your friends\, family\, and a picnic blanket to enjoy a beautiful selection of operatic arias and ensembles performed by some of your favorite Opera San José performers. Whether you are an opera aficionado or a newcomer to this glorious art form\, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. \nHighlights of the Evening: \n\nLive performances of operatic bangers\nA magical setting under the evening sky in the Rose Garden\nFREE Kona Shaved Ice from 5:45 – 6:45 pm! (Please check in at our table upon arrival to redeem a free shaved ice).* \n\nArrive early to secure a good spot and enjoy a pre-show picnic. The event is family-friendly\, so bring along your loved ones for a night of culture\, community\, and exquisite music. \n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP for this Free Event\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Free Kona Ice for the first 100 people to check in at our table. First-come first-served. All Kona Ice after will be $5.00 each.  URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/operainthepark LOCATION:Municipal Rose Garden\, 1649 Naglee Ave\, San Jose\, CA\, 95126\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Opera-in-the-park-website-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240829T215458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T221542Z UID:10000256-1725643800-1725654600@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:The Magic Flute First Friday DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of fun and magic at the California Theatre! \nWe’ve lined up an evening that’s sure to delight the whole family—because who doesn’t love a little bit of everything? \nPerformances for the evening \n5:30 PM: Start the evening with the talented Jerry Nagano on the Wurlitzer organ. It’s going to be a treat for your ears! \n6:00 PM: Our incredible opera singers from The Magic Flute will fill the theatre with their beautiful voices—seriously\, the critics can’t stop raving! \n7:00 PM: Prepare to be amazed by David Martinez\, the magician who’ll have you questioning reality with his jaw-dropping tricks! \n7:45 PM: Just when you thought it couldn’t get better\, Jerry Nagano is back to serenade you with more magical organ music. \nBut that’s not all\, folks!\n\nA live stream of the rehearsal for those behind-the-scenes vibes.\nTarot card readings to add a touch of mystique to your night.\nFree popcorn—because what’s a family night without snacks?\n\nGet creative with a fun manifestation letter activity by Local Color. \nAnd keep an eye out for our magical fairy spreading a little extra joy throughout the night! So gather the family\, bring your smiles\, and join us for a night filled with music\, magic\, and memories. We can’t wait to see you there! URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/the-magic-flute-first-friday LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/flute-first-fridat-event-photo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T203616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T175149Z UID:10000195-1726342200-1726342200@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:The Magic Flute DESCRIPTION:Perfect for audiences of all ages\, this fairytale story follows a handsome young prince Tamino and a silly bird-catcher Papageno on their quest to storm the castle and free the clever princess Pamina. With their magical musical instruments\, these two new friends face a vengeful Queen of the Night\, a world of sorcerers and serpents\, trouble and trials that test their loyalty\, love\, and persistence. Alma Deutscher\, composer/conductor of OSJ’s recent hit production of Cinderella\, returns to conduct this enchanting family-friendly opera full of iconic melodies. Brad Dalton will direct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/the-magic-flute LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MagicFlute_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240915T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240915T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T203619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T175124Z UID:10000196-1726408800-1726408800@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:The Magic Flute DESCRIPTION:Perfect for audiences of all ages\, this fairytale story follows a handsome young prince Tamino and a silly bird-catcher Papageno on their quest to storm the castle and free the clever princess Pamina. With their magical musical instruments\, these two new friends face a vengeful Queen of the Night\, a world of sorcerers and serpents\, trouble and trials that test their loyalty\, love\, and persistence. Alma Deutscher\, composer/conductor of OSJ’s recent hit production of Cinderella\, returns to conduct this enchanting family-friendly opera full of iconic melodies. Brad Dalton will direct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/the-magic-flute-2 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MagicFlute_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T203620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T175107Z UID:10000197-1726860600-1726860600@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:The Magic Flute DESCRIPTION:Perfect for audiences of all ages\, this fairytale story follows a handsome young prince Tamino and a silly bird-catcher Papageno on their quest to storm the castle and free the clever princess Pamina. With their magical musical instruments\, these two new friends face a vengeful Queen of the Night\, a world of sorcerers and serpents\, trouble and trials that test their loyalty\, love\, and persistence. Alma Deutscher\, composer/conductor of OSJ’s recent hit production of Cinderella\, returns to conduct this enchanting family-friendly opera full of iconic melodies. Brad Dalton will direct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/the-magic-flute-3 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MagicFlute_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240922T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240922T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T203621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T175047Z UID:10000198-1727013600-1727013600@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:The Magic Flute DESCRIPTION:Perfect for audiences of all ages\, this fairytale story follows a handsome young prince Tamino and a silly bird-catcher Papageno on their quest to storm the castle and free the clever princess Pamina. With their magical musical instruments\, these two new friends face a vengeful Queen of the Night\, a world of sorcerers and serpents\, trouble and trials that test their loyalty\, love\, and persistence. Alma Deutscher\, composer/conductor of OSJ’s recent hit production of Cinderella\, returns to conduct this enchanting family-friendly opera full of iconic melodies. Brad Dalton will direct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/the-magic-flute-4 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MagicFlute_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240927T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240927T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T203622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T175030Z UID:10000199-1727465400-1727465400@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:The Magic Flute DESCRIPTION:Perfect for audiences of all ages\, this fairytale story follows a handsome young prince Tamino and a silly bird-catcher Papageno on their quest to storm the castle and free the clever princess Pamina. With their magical musical instruments\, these two new friends face a vengeful Queen of the Night\, a world of sorcerers and serpents\, trouble and trials that test their loyalty\, love\, and persistence. Alma Deutscher\, composer/conductor of OSJ’s recent hit production of Cinderella\, returns to conduct this enchanting family-friendly opera full of iconic melodies. Brad Dalton will direct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/the-magic-flute-5 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MagicFlute_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T203623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T175014Z UID:10000200-1727618400-1727618400@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:The Magic Flute DESCRIPTION:Perfect for audiences of all ages\, this fairytale story follows a handsome young prince Tamino and a silly bird-catcher Papageno on their quest to storm the castle and free the clever princess Pamina. With their magical musical instruments\, these two new friends face a vengeful Queen of the Night\, a world of sorcerers and serpents\, trouble and trials that test their loyalty\, love\, and persistence. Alma Deutscher\, composer/conductor of OSJ’s recent hit production of Cinderella\, returns to conduct this enchanting family-friendly opera full of iconic melodies. Brad Dalton will direct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/the-magic-flute-6 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MagicFlute_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240327T185318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T185318Z UID:10000236-1731785400-1731785400@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:La Bohème DESCRIPTION:La Bohème returns to Opera San José in an exuberant production set in Christmas-time Paris following the Great War. In this tantalizing tale of young artists living on the edge\, poet Rodolfo is implored by Mimi\, his alluring and delicate neighbor\, to help light her last candle. Immediately infatuated\, they embark on a dizzying and ultimately tragic relationship. From bustling cafés and raucous parties to spirited debates\, the pair\, along with their band of idealist friends\, chase happiness against impossible odds. OSJ’s Stage Director in Residence Michelle Ainna Cuizon makes her mainstage debut helming this masterpiece; OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso will conduct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/la-boheme-7 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/La-boheme_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240327T185319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T185319Z UID:10000237-1731852000-1731852000@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:La Bohème DESCRIPTION:La Bohème returns to Opera San José in an exuberant production set in Christmas-time Paris following the Great War. In this tantalizing tale of young artists living on the edge\, poet Rodolfo is implored by Mimi\, his alluring and delicate neighbor\, to help light her last candle. Immediately infatuated\, they embark on a dizzying and ultimately tragic relationship. From bustling cafés and raucous parties to spirited debates\, the pair\, along with their band of idealist friends\, chase happiness against impossible odds. OSJ’s Stage Director in Residence Michelle Ainna Cuizon makes her mainstage debut helming this masterpiece; OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso will conduct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/la-boheme-8 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/La-boheme_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241122T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241122T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240327T185320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T185320Z UID:10000238-1732303800-1732303800@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:La Bohème DESCRIPTION:La Bohème returns to Opera San José in an exuberant production set in Christmas-time Paris following the Great War. In this tantalizing tale of young artists living on the edge\, poet Rodolfo is implored by Mimi\, his alluring and delicate neighbor\, to help light her last candle. Immediately infatuated\, they embark on a dizzying and ultimately tragic relationship. From bustling cafés and raucous parties to spirited debates\, the pair\, along with their band of idealist friends\, chase happiness against impossible odds. OSJ’s Stage Director in Residence Michelle Ainna Cuizon makes her mainstage debut helming this masterpiece; OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso will conduct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/la-boheme-9 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/La-boheme_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240327T185321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T185321Z UID:10000239-1732456800-1732456800@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:La Bohème DESCRIPTION:La Bohème returns to Opera San José in an exuberant production set in Christmas-time Paris following the Great War. In this tantalizing tale of young artists living on the edge\, poet Rodolfo is implored by Mimi\, his alluring and delicate neighbor\, to help light her last candle. Immediately infatuated\, they embark on a dizzying and ultimately tragic relationship. From bustling cafés and raucous parties to spirited debates\, the pair\, along with their band of idealist friends\, chase happiness against impossible odds. OSJ’s Stage Director in Residence Michelle Ainna Cuizon makes her mainstage debut helming this masterpiece; OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso will conduct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/la-boheme-10 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/La-boheme_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241130T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241130T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240327T185322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T185322Z UID:10000240-1732975200-1732975200@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:La Bohème DESCRIPTION:La Bohème returns to Opera San José in an exuberant production set in Christmas-time Paris following the Great War. In this tantalizing tale of young artists living on the edge\, poet Rodolfo is implored by Mimi\, his alluring and delicate neighbor\, to help light her last candle. Immediately infatuated\, they embark on a dizzying and ultimately tragic relationship. From bustling cafés and raucous parties to spirited debates\, the pair\, along with their band of idealist friends\, chase happiness against impossible odds. OSJ’s Stage Director in Residence Michelle Ainna Cuizon makes her mainstage debut helming this masterpiece; OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso will conduct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/la-boheme-11 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/La-boheme_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241201T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240327T185324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T185324Z UID:10000241-1733061600-1733061600@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:La Bohème DESCRIPTION:La Bohème returns to Opera San José in an exuberant production set in Christmas-time Paris following the Great War. In this tantalizing tale of young artists living on the edge\, poet Rodolfo is implored by Mimi\, his alluring and delicate neighbor\, to help light her last candle. Immediately infatuated\, they embark on a dizzying and ultimately tragic relationship. From bustling cafés and raucous parties to spirited debates\, the pair\, along with their band of idealist friends\, chase happiness against impossible odds. OSJ’s Stage Director in Residence Michelle Ainna Cuizon makes her mainstage debut helming this masterpiece; OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso will conduct. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/la-boheme-12 CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/La-boheme_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250215T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250215T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T204205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T174900Z UID:10000207-1739647800-1739647800@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Bluebeard’s Castle DESCRIPTION:This all-new production of Bartók’s haunting Bluebeard’s Castle will have audiences on the edge of their seats. Directed by OSJ General Director/CEO Shawna Lucey and conducted by OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso\, this powerful one-act opera presented in English follows Judith as she abandons a peaceful existence to marry the mysterious Duke Bluebeard. Unlocking rooms in her eerie new home\, she discovers her new husband’s dark past\, delving into the frightening corners of his troubled imagination. Soprano Maria Natale\, who recently captivated audiences as Tosca\, and as The Countess in The Marriage of Figaro\, returns to OSJ as Judith. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/bluebeards-castle CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bluebeard_s-Castle_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250216T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250216T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T204206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T174740Z UID:10000208-1739714400-1739714400@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Bluebeard’s Castle DESCRIPTION:This all-new production of Bartók’s haunting Bluebeard’s Castle will have audiences on the edge of their seats. Directed by OSJ General Director/CEO Shawna Lucey and conducted by OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso\, this powerful one-act opera presented in English follows Judith as she abandons a peaceful existence to marry the mysterious Duke Bluebeard. Unlocking rooms in her eerie new home\, she discovers her new husband’s dark past\, delving into the frightening corners of his troubled imagination. Soprano Maria Natale\, who recently captivated audiences as Tosca\, and as The Countess in The Marriage of Figaro\, returns to OSJ as Judith. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/bluebeards-castle-2 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bluebeard_s-Castle_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T204207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T174725Z UID:10000209-1740166200-1740166200@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Bluebeard’s Castle DESCRIPTION:This all-new production of Bartók’s haunting Bluebeard’s Castle will have audiences on the edge of their seats. Directed by OSJ General Director/CEO Shawna Lucey and conducted by OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso\, this powerful one-act opera presented in English follows Judith as she abandons a peaceful existence to marry the mysterious Duke Bluebeard. Unlocking rooms in her eerie new home\, she discovers her new husband’s dark past\, delving into the frightening corners of his troubled imagination. Soprano Maria Natale\, who recently captivated audiences as Tosca\, and as The Countess in The Marriage of Figaro\, returns to OSJ as Judith. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/bluebeards-castle-3 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bluebeard_s-Castle_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T204207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T174711Z UID:10000210-1740319200-1740319200@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Bluebeard’s Castle DESCRIPTION:This all-new production of Bartók’s haunting Bluebeard’s Castle will have audiences on the edge of their seats. Directed by OSJ General Director/CEO Shawna Lucey and conducted by OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso\, this powerful one-act opera presented in English follows Judith as she abandons a peaceful existence to marry the mysterious Duke Bluebeard. Unlocking rooms in her eerie new home\, she discovers her new husband’s dark past\, delving into the frightening corners of his troubled imagination. Soprano Maria Natale\, who recently captivated audiences as Tosca\, and as The Countess in The Marriage of Figaro\, returns to OSJ as Judith. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/bluebeards-castle-4 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bluebeard_s-Castle_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T204208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T174624Z UID:10000211-1740771000-1740771000@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Bluebeard’s Castle DESCRIPTION:This all-new production of Bartók’s haunting Bluebeard’s Castle will have audiences on the edge of their seats. Directed by OSJ General Director/CEO Shawna Lucey and conducted by OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso\, this powerful one-act opera presented in English follows Judith as she abandons a peaceful existence to marry the mysterious Duke Bluebeard. Unlocking rooms in her eerie new home\, she discovers her new husband’s dark past\, delving into the frightening corners of his troubled imagination. Soprano Maria Natale\, who recently captivated audiences as Tosca\, and as The Countess in The Marriage of Figaro\, returns to OSJ as Judith. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/bluebeards-castle-5 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bluebeard_s-Castle_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143306 CREATED:20240306T204209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T174452Z UID:10000212-1740924000-1740924000@www.operasj.org SUMMARY:Bluebeard’s Castle DESCRIPTION:This all-new production of Bartók’s haunting Bluebeard’s Castle will have audiences on the edge of their seats. Directed by OSJ General Director/CEO Shawna Lucey and conducted by OSJ Music Director Joseph Marcheso\, this powerful one-act opera presented in English follows Judith as she abandons a peaceful existence to marry the mysterious Duke Bluebeard. Unlocking rooms in her eerie new home\, she discovers her new husband’s dark past\, delving into the frightening corners of his troubled imagination. Soprano Maria Natale\, who recently captivated audiences as Tosca\, and as The Countess in The Marriage of Figaro\, returns to OSJ as Judith. URL:https://www.operasj.org/event/bluebeards-castle-6 LOCATION:The California Theatre\, 345 S 1st St\,\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.operasj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bluebeard_s-Castle_1080x1080_v1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR