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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Opera Colorado offers programs and performances in schools or as field trips. Please reference the guide below to choose which program best suits your needs. WE COME TO YOU 02 OPERA ON TOUR: The Pirates of Penzance All Ages 03 OPERA ON TOUR: Romeo & Juliet 6th Grade–College 04 STORYTIME SESSIONS (LIVE)* Pre-K–2nd Grade 05 IN-SCHOOL WORKSHOPS* All Ages *Digital program option YOU COME TO US 08 STUDENT MATINEE All Ages Verdi’s Rigoletto Nov. 10, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Talk-Back: 12:30 p.m. 09 STUDENT DRESS REHEARSALS 6th Grade–College Verdi’s Rigoletto Nov. 3, 2022 | 7:00 p.m. Korngold’s Die tote Stadt Feb. 23, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. Puccini’s Turandot May 4, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. 10 BACKSTAGE WORKSHOPS K–12th Grade March 1, 2, and 3, 2023 May 11, 2023 DIGITAL PROGRAMS 11 BRAIN BREAKS K–5th Grade STORYTIME SESSIONS (DIGITAL) Pre-K–2nd Grade 13 TEACHER RESOURCES WHO WE ARE CHERITY KOEPKE Director of Education & Community Engagement, Director of Opera Colorado’s Artist in Residence Program BETHANY WOOD Manager of Education & Community Engagement From the beginning, Opera Colorado has been dedicated to serving our community through innovative and engaging arts education programs. As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, our commitment to supporting Colorado’s teachers and students remains the same. What follows is a complete guide to the exciting experiences we have to offer for the 2022-23 Season—dynamic live and virtual programs that bring opera to schools and invite students into the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in downtown Denver. Our programs delight students with live opera, reveal the behind-thescenes magic of production work, and give students a glimpse of the many career opportunities in the arts.
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Opera Colorado supports teachers with robust online resources, including Guidebooks with free, downloadable lesson plans that align with Colorado Academic Standards and engaging video content featuring some of opera’s most celebrated artists. also provide scholarships to schools requesting assistance with program fees. education team is on hand to answer questions and help tailor programs to classes. invite to get in touch with us to discuss the many ways can customize a program to meet the needs of and students. look forward to partnering with and bringing the magic of opera to classrooms! at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House help offset the required City and County of Denver Seat as well as
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The Opera Colorado Artist in Residence Program is sponsored by Ken & Donna Barrow, with additional support from Patrick Spieles, and Dr. Stephen L. Dilts.
Sponsored by David & Elizabeth Budd and Suzanne D. Bucy
DAVID TENORZAMBRANASOTO
JOANNE MEZZO-SOPRANOEVANS
Every year, Opera Colorado auditions over 300 of the nation’s most talented early-career musicians for its Artist in Residence Program. During their eight-month residency, the selected artists bring opera to schools across the Rocky Mountain region, giving Colorado students a chance to meet opera’s future stars!
Sponsored by Jason & Nathaly Ambos
The 2022-23 Season’s exceptional troupe will perform The Pirates of Penzance and Romeo & Juliet and be featured in the student matinee of Rigoletto at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House.
Sponsored by Robin & Eric Yaegar
Sponsored by Ken & Barbara Laff, Laurence & Cynthia Chan
TURNER BASS-BARITONESTATON Sponsored by Gayle & Gary Landis
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Sponsored by Joy & Chris Dinsdale
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EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | 2022-23 01 MEET THE 2022-23 OPERA COLORADO ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE
KEITH BASS-BARITONEKLEIN Sponsored by Joyce de Roos and Donald K. Braden
OLEG COLLABORATIVEBELLINI PIANIST
Full of sentimental pirates, blundering policemen, absurd adventures, and improbable paradoxes, we bring you Gilbert and Sullivan’s hilarious farce!
The story follows the misadventures of young Frederic, an orphan apprenticed to a raucous band of pirates until his twenty-first birthday. After leaving the pirates’ way of life, Frederic falls for the beautiful Mabel, whose father is Major General Stanley. But, when Frederic’s former boss, the Pirate King discovers the Major General’s secret plot, complications abound. Set sail with this classic comedy that boasts some of the most memorable tunes in operetta.
02 operacolorado.org/education OPERA ON GRADEOCTOBER–MAYOFFERED:TOURLEVEL:ALLAGESCOST: $600 FOR ONE PERFORMANCE, $800 FOR TWOPERFORMANCESBACK-TO-BACK
OPERA COLORADO’S 2022-23 OPERA ON TOUR PRODUCTIONS ARE SPONSORED BY THE GENESEE MOUNTAIN FOUNDATION. BY GILBERT & SULLIVAN
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EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | 2022-23 03 BY CHARLES GOUNOD IN-SCHOOL PROGRAM OPERA ON 6THGRADEFEBRUARY–MAYOFFERED:TOURLEVEL:GRADE–COLLEGECOST: $600 FOR ONE PERFORMANCE, $800 FOR TWONEWPERFORMANCESBACK-TO-BACKPRODUCTION! Experience the timeless story of Romeo & Juliet in an engaging and modernized production. Sung primarily in English, with portions in French, Gounod’s opera and the original Shakespeare play weave together in a seamless adaptation. This performance offers a unique opportunity to introduce your students to Shakespeare through opera. OPERA COLORADO’S 2022-23 OPERA ON TOUR PRODUCTIONS ARE SPONSORED BY THE GENESEE MOUNTAIN FOUNDATION. QUICK FACTS Classic operas abridged to approximately 60 Performedminutes with live piano accompaniment Fully staged with sets, costumes, props, wigs, and Includesmakeuppost-performanceQ&A with artists
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Designed to encourage early literacy through the arts
GRADEOCTOBER–MAYOFFERED:LEVEL:RECOMMENDEDFORPRE-K–2NDGRADECOST:$350
Step inside where stories come to life. There you will meet the Finley brothers, the owners of the bookstore. They know just how magical a book can be and share that knowledge with anyone who may drop in. Each character pulls you into the pages of some of the most beloved tales and tunes from opera, musical theatre, and more. Running at approximately 30-minutes in length, this program is perfectly suited for students as they take their first venture into the world of opera.
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An intimate program, perfect for small spaces or a library different chapters available
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EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | 2022-23 05 WORKSHOPSIN-SCHOOL Of all the fine arts, opera is the most collaborative, and these workshops offer proof! Led by Opera Colorado’s Teaching Artists, these fun and informative workshops integrate opera into established curriculum and apply to a wide variety of subjects, including Vocal and Acting Master Classes, Shakespeare, History, Communication, Teambuilding, 21st-Century Learning Skills, and much more. Need a workshop tailored to a specific topic? Just contact us with your request! GRADESEPTEMBER–MAYOFFERED:LEVEL:ALLAGESCOST:$150PERHOUR QUICK FACTS Perfect for a single class Customizable for any topic or subject! Past requests have included:-Anti-bullying lessons - Music prep for choirs - “Finding Your Voice” session for girls IN-SCHOOL PROGRAM
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EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | 2022-23 07 “OPERA COLORADO IS VERY EASY TO WORK WITH TO SCHEDULE AN EVENT. MY STUDENTS LEARN SO MUCH EVERY TIME. IT’S AN INVALUABLE EXPERIENCE.” TEACHER FEEDBACK
The student matinee performance features the 2022-23 Opera Colorado Artists in Residence and the Opera Colorado Orchestra and Chorus. Plus: Join us after the performance for an interactive talk-back with the cast and crew!
GRADE$12LEVEL:ALLAGESCOST:(STUDENT) $15
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OPERA COLORADO’S STUDENT MATINEE PERFORMANCE OF RIGOLETTO IS SPONSORED BY THE GENESEE MOUNTAIN FOUNDATION. (ADULT
The jaded jester Rigoletto serves the Duke of Mantua and his raucous court. Little does Rigoletto know the flirtatious duke has wooed his trusting daughter, Gilda. How far will Rigoletto go to protect his only child? (The abridged Student Matinee performance is approximately 120 minutes and features content appropriate for student audiences.)
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One supervising teacher (admitted free of charge) per ten students. Opera Colorado reserves the right to limit the number of additional adults in excess of this ratio. Sung in Italian, with English and Spanish subtitles at every seat. NOVEMBER 10, 2022 | 10:00VERDI’Sa.m.
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Remember the excitement of seeing your first performance in a grand theatre? The student matinee is a special, once-a-year performance that invites students to experience opera at the spectacular Ellie Caulkins Opera House! This year’s matinee features Verdi’s Italian masterpiece, Rigoletto—a perfect introduction to opera, presenting unforgettable music including the effervescent “La donna è mobile.”
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A morning performance tailored for Thoughtfullystudentsabridged so students can experience the whole story in approx. two hours The curtain stays up so students can see what goes into changing sets between acts
EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | 2022-23 09 GRADE LEVEL: 6TH GRADE–COLLEGECOST: $12 (STUDENT, GRADES 6-12) $15 (COLLEGE STUDENTS) $20 (ADULT REQUIREMENT:CHAPERONECHAPERONE) One supervising teacher (admitted free of charge) per ten students under the age of eighteen. Opera Colorado reserves the right to limit the number of additional adults in excess of this ratio. REHEARSALSDRESSSTUDENT Give students an insider’s view of the production process at our final dress rehearsal! Students enjoy the performance while watching the maestro, musicians, and crew apply finishing touches to our mainstage shows. Online teacher Guidebooks prepare your class for the opera and offer practical lesson plans. Further enhance the experience with an optional preperformance discussion or post-performance talkback. Or, request to add on a free tour of the Ellie Caulkins Opera House.* These dress rehearsals are a wonderful introduction to live opera! *Discussions, talkbacks, and tours must be arranged in advance. Please contact us at education@operacolorado.org for more details. QUICK FACTS Geared towards older students Experience what Opera Colorado’s audiences will see before opening night FIELD TRIP VERDI’S NOVEMBER 3, 2022 | 7:00 KORNGOLD’Sp.m. FEBRUARY 23, 2023 | 7:00 PUCCINI’Sp.m. MAY 4, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.
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Stage combat, professional singing, production management, costumes, wigs and makeup, and more! Explore the world backstage at interactive stations created to provide hands-on learning opportunities. It’s a field trip unlike any other and a wonderful way to introduce your students to career options in the arts. Backstage Workshops take place at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House at the Denver Performing Arts Complex.
FIELD TRIP
A weekday morning field trip Engaging for all ages and grade Learnlevels from the professional artists and crew who work on Opera Colorado’s productions!
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10 operacolorado.org/education REQUIREMENT:GRADE10:00MARCHOFFERED:1,2&3,2023MAY11,2023a.m.-12:00noonLEVEL:K–12THGRADECOST:$10(STUDENT)$15(ADULTCHAPERONE)CHAPERONE
One supervising teacher (admitted free of charge) per ten students. Opera Colorado reserves the right to limit the number of additional adults in excess of this ratio.
WHERESTORIESCOMETOLIFE RESTORIESCOMETO EROE HERIFE I HELI RL BREAKSBRAIN Sometimes you just need to take a break, take a breath, and get creative. That’s where Brain Breaks come in. These short, interactive sessions are designed to get you up and moving, learning about music and the arts. Available as a series of ten short episodes, Brain Breaks will spark creative thinking and set the tone for the rest of your day. SESSIONSSTORYTIME An animated and live action adventure you can watch from anywhere! This digital version of our Storytime Sessions performance (p. 4) is a magical option for remote learners. EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | 2022-23 11 RECOMMENDEDGRADEOCTOBER–MAYOFFERED:LEVEL:FORPRE-K-2ND GRADE DIGITAL PROGRAM COST: $150 FOR ONE-WEEK ACCESS RECOMMENDEDGRADESEPTEMBER–MAYOFFERED:LEVEL:FORK-5TH GRADE DIGITAL PROGRAM COST: $50 DIGITAL PROGRAMS
PROGRAM2022-23 SPONSORS Opera Colorado’s Education & Community Engagement Programs are made possible through the generous support of the following donors: EDUCATION SPONSORS Pamela GeraldChrisGeneseeSidneyDenverCrawleyBeardsleyFamilyFoundationLyricOperaGuildE.FrankFoundationMountainFoundation&JoyMurphy&AnnSaul Scientific and Cultural Facilities District Galen & Ada Belle Spencer Foundation Carol MelvinWhitley&Elaine Wolf Foundation 12 operacolorado.org/education
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pleased to offer partial scholarships for ANY of our education programs. Funds can be applied to program fees, busing costs, and other associated expenses. Send inquiries to bwood@operacolorado.org to see how we can assist your school or community! Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. GUIDEBOOKS Opera Colorado provides FREE downloadable teaching materials through our Guidebooks, which offer lessons, activities, and discussion topics tailored to each of the season’s programs. There is also a beginner’s guide for audiences new to opera! Lessons connect the opera performances to academic content areas, including reading, writing, history, math, science, and music. All Guidebooks align to Colorado Academic Standards. LEARN MORE: bit.ly/OCGuidebooks Contact Opera Colorado for More Information or to Book Programs BETHANY WOOD Manager of Education & Community Engagement 303.778.7350bwood@operacolorado.org EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | 2022-23 13 SCAN TO APPLY
Making a reservation is easy with three ways to bring the magic of opera to your school or community organization. operacolorado.org/educationONLINE: 303.778.7350PHONE: education@operacolorado.orgEMAIL: MAKE A RESERVATION TODAY! PERMITORGANIZATIONNON-PROFITUSPOSTAGEPAIDNO.2731DENVER,CO4121 S Navajo St, Ste 100 Englewood, CO 80110
