This information-packed section includes answers and research resources for everyone from the opera newbie to the die-hard aficionado.
Looking to hit the ground running? This section includes a basic history of opera. You probably know more about opera than you think you do. After all, opera has influenced nearly all other forms of popular entertainment—from Broadway musicals to Hollywood movies, and from television commercials to classic cartoons.
Opera is the ultimate artform with music, drama, theater and impressive special effects. Scroll through video programming from recent operas and informative, short videos with General Director Speight Jenkins, directors, singers, designers, and more.
Wondering what opera you saw a few years ago? Or who sang the leading character? Who was the director or composer? Need a recap on the synopsis? Detailed performance archives, including cast lists and photos go back to 2001; a listing of operas performed goes back to 1964.
An entire section devoted to the composer to whom Seattle Opera gives particular emphasis. Includes a basic biography, a Wagner timeline, plus photography and reviews from all of Seattle Opera's productions of his major works, including The Ring.
Discover the many ways that young people can take part in the opera experience, including our Family Day matinees where students pay only $15 for tickets. We also have student rush tickets and school programs for ever age group: elementary, middle, and high school.
Through a wide range of outreach programs, the Education Department strives to enrich the opera-going experience of people who already know and love the artform and to introduce opera to newcomers of all ages. Learn more about more than 250 lectures and preview events presented around the region.