Celebrated worldwide, Carmen remains an unmissable opera that inspired a legend. Join us for an opportunity to hear from our stage director, conductor, and lead mezzo soprano about this production of love, obsession, and fate!
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Bizet's Carmen, a legendary opera, follows the passionate and free-spirited Carmen, a seductive factory worker living by her own rules. Her love triangle with soldier Don José and bullfighter Escamillo unfolds into jealousy, betrayal, and tragedy, showcasing a compelling tale of love, obsession, and fate.
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Delight in a rustic Italian dinner by Chef Shully served under the stars at La Lune’s charming Riverwest location, followed by a sunset serenade of your Italian favorites from our own opera stars.
Join us for an evening of arias featuring the Florentine Opera’s Summer Studio Ensemble. These emerging voices bring classics to a gorgeous home in Whitefish Bay!
The Florentine Opera brings the magic of opera to Summerfest with a performance so electrifying, it might just short-circuit the soundboard.
Scalia/Ginsburg is a comic opera by lawyer Derrick Wang, following Justices Scalia and Ginsburg’s unlikely friendship. When Scalia lands in a cosmic prison for his fiery dissents, Ginsburg joins him, sparring and singing their way to common ground.
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Baritone Justin Austin, praised for his "mighty lyric voice" (NYT) and "intensity and charisma" (Opera), was named Rising Star of the Year at the 2024 International Opera Awards and is a recipient of the 2024 Marian Anderson Vocal Award, earning acclaim for his expressive artistry and immaculate musicianship.
Opera, up close and personal.An Aria Extravaganza delivers stunning arias, an intimate setting, and a chance to sip, socialize, and soak it all in.
Don Giovanni (yes, that Don Juan) struts through life with seduction, deception, and broken hearts in his wake. Sidekick Leporello warns him, but he ignores the red flags—until fate arrives, ready to deliver one hell of a reckoning.
A fundraiser, but make it fun.
Step inside the historic Milwaukee Club for a night of music, cocktails, and easy elegance. It’s the perfect blend of festive cheer and a touch of fancy—without the fuss.
Gather 'round the fireplace at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for a cozy night of classic carols and warm vibes. It’s a festive, family-friendly evening—perfect for grandma, her best friend, and everyone in between.
Step into the warm glow of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church for Carols & Classics—an evening of peaceful reflection and timeless music. With a special performance by the Milwaukee Children’s Choir, it’s a quiet, beautiful escape from the holiday rush.
Tales of Hoffmann follows a lovelorn poet as he drunkenly recalls three doomed romances—each thwarted by a sinister villain. With heartbreak, fantasy, and a mechanical doll, this haunting opera proves love is never simple in Hoffmann’s world.
Tosca is a fiery opera of love, betrayal, and obsession. In 1800s Rome, a passionate diva, her revolutionary lover, and a ruthless police chief collide in a deadly love triangle—where passion ignites, and the consequences are tragic.
