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What is Storytime with Piedmont Opera?
A Piedmont Opera singer reads an engaging book from our new children’s library at an established storytime. During or following the reading, the singer demonstrates their operatic voice and talks about what it’s like to be an opera singer. Kids and caretakers are encouraged to meet-and-greet the artist afterward, and all kids receive a sticker. Stories are selected by the organization, Piedmont Opera staff, and the storyteller/singer. The book read is then donated to the host organization’s own library.
Upcoming Storytimes:
07/24/2026
10:00-11:30am
The Smith in Lexington w/ YMCA (NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC)
Kendrick Williams reading Noah's Big Opera Dream
08/13/2026
10:00-11:00am
Cognition (Mocksville)
Caryn Greco reading Animal Orchestra Plays Mozart
8/21/2026
2:00-3:00pm
Kaleideum
Katie Muhlenkamp reading Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin
09/01/2026
10:00-11:30am
Carver School Road Library
Regan Bisch reads The Philharmonic Gets Dressed
09/08/2026
10:30-11:30am
Clemmons Library
Virginia Sheffield reads The Dog Who Sang at the Opera
09/12/2026
11:00am-12:00pm
Central Branch Library
Joyner Horn reads Encore, Opera Cat!
09/15/2026
10:00-11:00am
Malloy/Jordan Library
Rachel Bennett reads Welcome to the Opera
This new program is generously sponsored by The Ginther Group, a local real estate team that helps people buy and sell houses in the Triad. We are so grateful for their support of arts education, literacy, and our community.
Thank you, The Ginther Group!
What is the purpose of Storytime?
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To introduce opera as a classic and accessible artform to young children and their families and caretakers
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To promote literacy, art, and music to our youngest learners by reading aloud engaging and age-appropriate books
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To reach underserved communities and reduce barriers to access by traveling to existing neighborhood storytimes
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To support the missions of local storytimes by providing a unique and up-close experience with professional opera singers
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To increase exposure of Piedmont Opera in the community and to young families by providing a memorable experience
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To increase exposure of artists affiliated with Piedmont Opera by putting them in front of new and young audiences
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To reach an entire demographic typically excluded from opera
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To create an exposure opportunity to inspire the next generation
For more information or to request we visit your storytime, contact Piedmont Opera at info@piedmontopera.org.