2024 Productions
Voices of Verismo Summer Showcase
August 10, Saturday, 7:00pm, Christ Episcopal Church, 1700 Santa Clara Ave., Alameda tickets
August 11, Sunday, 3:00pm, St. Peter's Chapel, 1191 Walnut Ave., Vallejo tickets
August 18, Sunday, 2:00pm, Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar St., Berkeley tickets
Questions: verismo.opera.ca@gmail.com
Join Verismo Opera for a concert version of beloved opera choruses! This performance features highlights from great works such as La traviata, Norma, and Carmen, as well as pieces from less well known gems. From the drama of Dido and Aeneas to the wit of Pirates of Penzance, you will find joy, sorrow, and inspiration in this delightful program.
Some pieces include:
"Libiamo" from La traviata (Verdi); "Casta diva" from Norma (Bellini); "Va Pensiero" from Nabucco (Verdi); "Habanera" from Carmen (Bizet); "Anvil Chorus" from Il trovatore (Verdi)' Dido's Lament and "With Drooping Wings" from Dido and Aeneas (Purcell)