Opera Itinerary
Experience Oklahoma’s opera history on this thrilling musical road trip. Stop at historic opera houses along the way while you trek to the university where famous opera singer and Oklahoma native Leona Mitchell perfected her craft. The Sooner State is packed with opera opportunities, from a theater haunted by a late famous opera star to a small opera house Opera News magazine hails as one of the top 10 regional opera companies in the country. Continue the journey to enjoy state-of-the-art performances in Oklahoma’s metropolitan areas and a few historic theaters off the beaten path, as well.
Enid
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Enid, OK
Stop 1: Enid Symphony Center
Leona Mitchell, Oklahoma’s biggest opera star, loves to perform in her hometown of Enid. As part of a nationwide tour in 2002, Leona Mitchell made a special stop in Enid and showed off her talents at the Enid Symphony Center, which features classical guest stars and world-class performances in elegant surroundings.
Start from: 301 W Broadway Ave, Enid, OK
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Arrive at: 105 W Brady St, Tulsa, OK
Tulsa
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Tulsa, OK
Stop 2: The Brady Theater
It has been reported that Tulsa’s Brady Theater is haunted by a famous opera singer. In 1920, Enrico Caruso performed at this historic Oklahoma venue. He was out in the rain for an extended period of time while in Tulsa and contracted an ailment of the lungs, which eventually took his life. Many people believe that he haunts the Brady Theater as revenge for his untimely death.
Start from: 105 W Brady St, Tulsa, OK
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Arrive at: 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK
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Tulsa, OK
Stop 3: Tulsa Performing Arts Center
The Tulsa Performing Arts Center is one of the state’s premier performing arts venues. TPAC hosts opera performances including those for Tulsa’s LOOK Musical Theatre, which puts on operettas for the public that feature musicians from the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra, dancers from the Tulsa Ballet and other talent.
Start from: 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK
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Arrive at: 610 S Boulder Ave, Tulsa, OK
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Tulsa, OK
Stop 4: Tulsa Opera
Putting on three grand operas each season, the Tulsa Opera has been entertaining Oklahomans since 1948. The company was named one of America’s Top 10 Favorite Regional Opera Companies by Opera News magazine and performs at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center.
Start from: 610 S Boulder Ave, Tulsa, OK
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Arrive at: 2501 N Blackwelder Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
Oklahoma City
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 5: Oklahoma City University Opera
Famous vocalists Leona Mitchell and Kristin Chenoweth both studied opera while attending OCU. Leona Mitchell went on to perform for 18 seasons with the Metropolitan Opera and Kristin Chenoweth graduated with her Master’s in Opera Performance in 1992.
Start from: 2501 N Blackwelder Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: 201 N Walker Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 6: Civic Center Music Hall
The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra, which holds its concerts at the renowned Civic Center Music Hall, regularly performs with opera stars as part of their annual “Classics” concert series.
Start from: 201 N Walker Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: Catlett Music Hall, 500 W Boyd St, Norman, OK
Norman
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Norman, OK
Stop 7: University of Oklahoma Opera
The opera program at the University of Oklahoma puts on concerts for the public. Don’t miss the OU Opera Theatre’s shows they produce each school year. In addition to incredible talent, the performances include state-of-the-art lighting and excellent acoustics.
Start from: Catlett Music Hall, 500 W Boyd St, Norman, OK
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Arrive at: 555 S University Blvd, Norman, OK
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Norman, OK
Stop 8: Cimarron Opera
Since 1975, Cimarron Opera has been providing excellent opera productions to the Norman and Oklahoma City area. Whether nailing a dramatic aria or having fun with a song by Gilbert and Sullivan, Cimarron Opera offers an accessible way to experience the genre.
Start from: 555 S University Blvd, Norman, OK
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Arrive at: , , OK