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Find Piedmont Opera around town!
Whether you are opera-curious or an aficionado, this is your chance to meet classically trained up-and-coming artists without the fuss! Opera LITE is a casual opera experience featuring some of Piedmont Opera’s fan favorites. Learn (or learn more) about opera and experience the music in a low-pressure and informal setting with a fun theme, beautiful singing, an informative talk, Q&A with the artists, and a reception with nibbles. General admission tickets are available now and are just $15.
Opera Lite in Yadkinville
Piedmont Opera is proud to present its new flagship series, Opera Lite, coming to Yadkinville in 2026! This program highlights talented artists from across the Triad who have performed with renowned organizations such as Hawaii Opera Theatre, The Metropolitan Opera, North Carolina Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera, the Indianapolis Symphony, and more.
Show days for Opera Lite are already set! Catch us on: May 31, August 23, and November 1. More information below!
May 31: Opera Lite: ABC’s of Opera “ABCs of Opera”, the first event in the series, offers a fun and engaging introduction to opera, perfect for newcomers and longtime fans alike! Audiences will enjoy beloved favorites alongside new discoveries in a relaxed and inviting setting. After the concert, join us for a post-show talkback, where you can learn more about opera, the performing arts, and life as a working artist. After the concert, join us for the post-show talkback!
August 23: Opera Lite: POPERA: The Curtain Call Culture During the second event in the Opera Lite series audiences will enjoy a lighthearted and entertaining afternoon exploring opera’s influence in popular culture, from Pavarotti’s unforgettable duet with Sting to the Metropolitan Opera’s surprise appearances on Sesame Street! This program blends fun facts, favorite clips, and audience participation. Plus, test your knowledge for a chance to win prizes through opera-themed trivia and more!
November 1: Opera Lite: 50 Years of Piedmont Opera Join us for the grand finale to the Opera Lite series in Yadkinville, “50 Years of Piedmont Opera”, where the audience will learn much about the history of Piedmont Opera, hear some of the company’s favorite pieces, and help us celebrate our 50th anniversary season! After the concert, join us for a post-show talkback, where you can learn more about opera, the performing arts, and life as a working artist.
Opera Lite in Lexington
Piedmont Opera is delighted to bring its new flagship series, Opera Lite, to The Edward C. Smith Civic Center as part of The Smiths’ Century Club GALAntine’s Day Concert! Join us on Saturday, February 14, 2026, for a special evening celebrating friendship, music, and community. More information coming soon...
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