Don't wait till the fall for more opera—come see Departure in two weeks! To get you ready, our Resident Artists will give you a rundown of the two one-act operas featured in this performance. See these two intriguing works this May 29 & 30 at the Studio Loft. Tickets are on sale starting at $30 at the link in bio.
🐻🌾Never heard of these operas? No worries—here's a cheat sheet for you to prepare for Departure. Tickets are still available for both performances, May 29 & 30. Come see the Resident Artists perform in these two one-act operas—it's our last show until the fall! Learn more and get tickets at the link in bio.
Madama Butterfly was so special ✨Last week's performances moved audiences to tears, culminating in standing ovations for our extraordinary cast and creative team. On Friday, we were also honored to welcome Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Councilman Darrell Watson to the performance with our Artistic Director & CEO Barbara Lynne Jamison. We love sharing the power of opera with those who champion the arts. Thank you to everyone who made it to see this spectacular production at The Ellie.
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Happy Mother’s Day from Opera Colorado! 🌸
Today marks our final performance of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, a story of honor, sacrifice, and a mother’s devotion to her child.
As we say farewell to this extraordinary production, we’re celebrating the strength and resilience of mothers everywhere.
📸: @mattstaver
Looking to expand your opera horizons? In three weeks, our final performance of the season features two one-act operas that offer something new, something different. Down in the Valley is a story of forbidden love and misunderstandings, set to American folksong-inspired music by Weill. The Bear is a comical tale of a widow and her late husband's creditor who go from staunch enemies to unlikely lovers. Come see our 2025-26 Resident Artists perform both operas at Departure this May 29 & 30. More information and tickets at the link in bio.
Opera Colorado was honored to help welcome the DNC Site Selection Committee to Denver this week with a moment of joy. A few of our Resident Artists—Bridget, Jordan, Danny, and Oliver—brought opera to the Galleria with a special performance celebrating the creativity, vibrancy, and joy that make Denver unique. Following the performance, the artists had the opportunity to meet @denvermayor Mike Johnston and share more about Opera Colorado’s Artist in Residence program. We’re proud to be a part of the cultural fabric that makes Denver great! @mikejohnstonco@denverarts@downtowndenver
Last night, everyone braved the weather to witness Madama Butterfly. The shared experience of live musical storytelling was so heartwarming, it almost made you forget about the cold. With Sunday's performance sold out, there's only two more chances to see Madama Butterfly! Get tickets for Thursday or Friday at the link in bio. We've also released more Pay What You Wish tickets!
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The reviews are in! Madama Butterfly is "tremendous," "excellent," "moving," and more! Audiences loved our opening night performance, giving a passionate standing ovation and cheering loudly for the cast, chorus, orchestra, and crew. Tickets on sale for Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with Sunday sold out! Come see what everyone's talking about at Madama Butterfly at the link in bio.
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Opening night for Madama Butterfly is finally here! This is Butterfly like you've never seen it before—but don't just take our word for it! Hear from audience members at our dress rehearsal this past Thursday to see what they thought of the opera. Tickets to Madama Butterfly are selling fast, and tonight and Sunday are sold out. Find your seats at the link in bio!
🔊: Madama Butterfly, Opera Colorado, 2014.
Madama Butterfly is an opera that you just won't forget. Tomorrow is opening night, and last night’s final rehearsal made it clear—this is not your average Butterfly. The sets and costumes transport you to the unique Rokumeikan period of Japan, while Puccini's irresistible music stays with you long after the performance. To top it all off, Japanese soprano Eri Nakamura takes your breath away as the heroine Cio-Cio-San. Tickets are sold out for Saturday and Sunday, and are still available for Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at the link in bio.
🔊: Opera Colorado, Madama Butterfly, 2026.
We're celebrating the start of AAPI month by highlighting our amazing Cultural Consultant for Madama Butterfly, Asuka Morinaga Derfler. Asuka worked with so many different people to make sure this production was as authentic as possible. Watch the video and then head over to our blog at the link in bio for more perspectives from Asuka on the opera and her career.
🔊: Opera Colorado, Madama Butterfly, 2014.
