LIVE PERFORMANCES ARE BACK!

Join us for a World Premiere event to celebrate our return to the Lesher Center stage with Jake Heggie, and an all-star cast of artists with strong ties to his works. 

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Upcoming Performances

Community & Special Events

Opera in the Park

Civic Park - Walnut Creek, CA

August 1, 2021 - 4:00 PM

An annual tradition, revived! Launching Walnut Creek Downtown's ARTS AROUND AUGUST series, we'll bring our outstanding principal and young artists together for an afternoon of exhilarating operatic favorites on the lawn! Bring a picnic and enjoy our incredible artists alongside the rising stars of tomorrow. Don't miss this fun, casual, FREE event to share with your family and friends! 

Festival Opera Gala

Lafayette Park Hotel
October 22, 2021 - 6:30 PM

Masquerade Ball

A pre-Halloween, in-person celebration to round out Festival Opera's 30th Anniversary Season! Dinner, dancing, cocktails, and COSTUMES! Enjoy the beautiful chateau setting at the Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa in this glittering indoor/outdoor event. We'll enjoy performances by Festival Opera favorites, the chance to bid on exciting auction items, and meet our special guests! Costumes, and masks of all kinds are encouraged, and prizes will be awarded for the most stunning costumes in various categories. 

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