From TOLEDO OPERA
Toledo Opera will present the inaugural spring performances of Opera ‘Round Town – formerly known as Opera Outdoors – with weekly performances at Wildwood Preserve Metropark. The first performance will take place on the front lawn at the Manor House at Wildwood Preserve Metropark on Wednesday, May 7 at 6 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, the performance will be moved indoors to the Manor House. Lawn chairs and/or picnic blankets are recommended.
The series will continue Wednesdays May 14 and 21 both at 6 p.m. at the Manor House.
The May 7 performance marks the first performance under the Opera ‘Round Town name, following the rebranding of the series earlier this year. Developed in partnership with presenting sponsor iHeart Media, Inc., Opera ‘Round Town expands Toledo Opera’s community engagement efforts, offering live performances at a range of community hubs across the region.
The upcoming spring series will feature the Opera’s 2024-2025 cohort of resident artists, selected from an international pool of more than 150 applicants for a one-year residency in Toledo. Resident Artists Sarah Rachel Bacani (soprano), Emily Cotten (mezzo-soprano), Brady DelVecchio (tenor), Robbie Raso (baritone), and Alessandro “Alex” Rotundo (pianist) will perform iconic vocal selections from the classical repertoire, along with musical theatre and other American standards.
For Toledo Opera General Director James M. Norman, Opera ‘Round Town represents an important step in making opera more accessible to the public: “With Opera ‘Round Town, we’re bringing the power and beauty of live opera directly into the heart of our community – at the Metroparks and beyond. Thanks to the generous support of iHeart Media, this rebranded series makes opera more accessible, more vibrant, and more connected to the region we serve.”
“iHeart Media is thrilled to sponsor the newly rebranded Opera ‘Round Town and partner with Toledo Opera in yet another exciting music venture,” shared iHeart Media, Inc. Market President Taylor Booth. “We are passionate about supporting the arts and fostering musical talent, and this collaboration is a wonderful opportunity to bring beautiful opera performances to our community. Together, we look forward to creating unforgettable experiences and celebrating the magic of music.”
