Happenings at Skylark November 2023

Introducing Jim and Della from The Gift of the Magi

Skylark is excited to announce the cast for its third holiday production, The Gift of the Magi. Meet newlyweds Jim (Anthony Potts) and Della (Siena Forest), as they search for the perfect holiday gift and learn an invaluable lesson about the true meaning of love. Making their Skylark debuts as the couple's supportive friends Henry and Maggie are Jeremiah Sanders and Alyssa Burdick. Don't miss this stunning adaptation of O. Henry’s classic short story, with the soaring music of composer David Conte and a touching libretto by Nicholas Giardini. Stage direction is by Karen Weber and Skylark’s artistic director, James Barnett, will provide music direction.

Opening night is Friday, December 15th with a 7:00pm performance in the Lowry Lab Theater at the St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists in the heart of St. Paul’s cultural district at 350 St. Peter St. Additional performances are on Saturday, December 16th at 2:00pm and 7:00pm and Sunday, December 17th at 2:00pm and 6:00pm. Don’t wait—purchase your tickets now at skylark.booktix.net.

Early Giving for Give to the Max Day 2023 Starts TODAY, 11/1

Give to the Max Day, Minnesota's annual nonprofit giving event, is November 16, but you can give starting today! Join with other supporters who know that Skylark is “Not your Grandma’s opera™.” Our focus on classic works reimagined and new works exposed, combined with our dedication to local singing artists, is unique in the Twin Cities. Your support keeps Skylark singing! Give today by clicking here and be one of the first to support Skylark Opera Theatre.

A fun way to show your support for Skylark Opera Theatre

What? You weren’t lucky enough to snag a Skylark t-shirt at OktOpera Fest? You’re in luck now! These high-quality t-shirts are only $25.00. Choose from "Not Your Grandma's Opera" in black or "Opera: Life One Note at a Time" in burgundy---or why not get both? To order, drop us an email at backstage@skylarkopera.org. We’ll get your t-shirt to you via the US Postal service.