MN Opera Impact Framework

Our new impact framework represents the shared relationships among the resources, activities, outputs, outcomes, and impact for all our work onstage, in the industry, and in the community. Within this framework, we have documented core business programs, functions, and efforts that lead to measurable short-term outcomes with a goal of three long-term impacts.

ENGAGING DIVERSE AUDIENCES THROUGH WORLD-CLASS PRODUCTIONS

Each season, we strive to produce approachable, relevant, and remarkable productions that are reflective of our diverse community and captivate audiences through the power of opera.

BUILDING THE PROFESSION AND DEVELOPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ARTISTS

We provide a creative home that supports artistic risk-taking, opportunities for continued learning and skill development at all levels, and the development of innovative practices that advance the art form.

CHANGING THE LIVES OF ARTISTS, STUDENTS, AND THE COMMUNITY

Through active art making and social opportunities, we look to enhance the health and joy of our community, strengthen each individual’s sense of purpose, and broaden perspectives to create more empathetic citizens. PRODUCTIONS

Classic Operas Contemporary Operas New Works

Captivating Productions

ACCESS

Classical MPR Broadcasts Free Season Preview Concert Tempo (For patrons age 21-45) Student Matinees Ticket Subsidies for Community Organizations Education Scholarships Student and Youth Tickets $25 Starting Ticket Price

ENGAGEMENT

EDUCATION

Opera Insights Behind the Curtain Taste of Opera MN Opera Center Tours Open Rehearsal Tempo Events

Residencies Project Opera Music Out Loud Summer Camps Final Dress Rehearsals Day at the Opera coOPERAtion! Voices of Opera Opera Connections

Opera that’s Accessible, Approachable, and Relevant

Creative and Artistic Excellence

Moving Audiences to Become Stewards of Opera

Research and Development

Training New Performers, Technical Staff, and Administrators

Artistic and Technical Growth

TRAINING

Resident Artist Program Project Opera Technical Theater Laboratory/ Apprenticeship

COMMUNITY

SOCIAL

Opera 360 Committee Partnerships Opera Performances Beyond the Mainstage

Gala Tempo Cast Parties Holiday Concert Annual Meeting Family Arts Blast

Personal Development

Community Engagement

Broadened Perspectives

World-Class Productions with Diverse, Engaged Audiences

Developing Artists and Building the Profession

Changing Lives

2018–2019 MAINSTAGE SEASON

29 PERFORMANCES at the Ordway

MORE THAN 44,000 PATRONS attended an opera at the Ordway

35% of audiences were new to MN Opera

OVER 600 ARTISTS helped create the season

La Rondine © Cory Weaver

SILENT NIGHT | Nov 10 – 18, 2018

THE FIX | Mar 16 – 24, 2019

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