Education Newsletter - November 2024
Poetry & Music Project
POEM SUBMISSION DEADLINE NOVEMBER 30
There are only 3 MORE WEEKS to submit poems to this year's Poetry & Music Project.
Students grades K-12 are able to submit poems, become published authors, and even be considered for the chance to have their words transformed into music by professional composers.
Opera Omaha and Nebraska Writers Collective offer free writing workshops focused on adding musicality to students' writing. A virtual workshop is still available by request!
A virtual workshop is still available by request!
Opera Omaha and Nebraska Writers Collective offer free writing workshops focused on adding musicality to students' writing.
The Rake’s Progress Student Dress Registration Now Open
Student Dress Rehearsals are an immersive way for students to go beyond an ordinary field trip to get an intimate experience with the world of opera. This FREE program offers a rare opportunity for students to see the show before the public and without a large crowd for a more personal and meaningful experience.
All Dress Rehearsals are held in the evening at the Orpheum Theater. Study guides and other resources are made available to help prepare students for their visit and help align the opera experience to Nebraska's Fine Arts Standards in Music and Theatre.
ABOUT THE OPERA
The Rake’s Progress
Student Dress Rehearsal Wednesday, February 5
Stravinsky’s satirical opera depicts the rise and fall of Tom Rakewell, a young man lured to destruction by the promises of wealth and pleasure. When the mysterious Nick Shadow informs him of an unexpected inheritance, Tom abandons his true love, Anne Trulove, for the city and immediately falls prey to its temptations and schemes. But just how much is Tom willing to gamble to regain the life he knew?
Sung in English with English supertitles
Recommended for students in high school and above.
Registration now open!
Auditions: Child Singers for Fantastic Mr. Fox
Opera Omaha is seeking talented young performers for four named children’s roles in our Spring production of Fantastic Mr. Fox.
Details:
Age Range: 10–17 years old (younger children with the ability to read music and a strong vocal range will also be considered)
Vocal Range: Treble
No gender preference for these roles
Opera Omaha is offering a stipend of $500 which is inclusive of rehearsals, costume fittings, and performances.
Student Rush Tickets
Rush tickets are available to full-time students with a student ID. $10 rush tickets may be purchased one hour prior to each Opera Omaha production. Each student may purchase up to two rush tickets. Seating is best available, at the discretion of the management but not guaranteed.
Opera Omaha is dedicated to empowering school communities to provide arts learning opportunities for all students. If you have questions or suggestions about how we could make the Student Dress Rehearsals or opera more engaging for your students, please let us know!
For more information please contact:
Lauren Medici
Director of Engagement Programs
lmedici@operaomaha.org
(402) 346-7372