Happenings at Skylark December 2023
Fall in love this holiday season: The Gift of the Magi opens December 15
Immerse yourself in the poignant story of Della and Jim, a couple whose profound love leads them to make extraordinary sacrifices for each other during the holiday season. David Conte's gorgeous score brings O. Henry's classic story to life, celebrating the enduring power of love and the pricelessness of the gifts that truly matter.
The cast also includes Benjamin Dutcher, Darius Gillard, and Yuran Liu as the Voices of the Magi. The stage director is Karen Weber, with musical direction by Skylark's Artistic Director James Barnett.
Performances are at the Lowry Lab Theater, 350 St. Peter St., St. Paul. Opening night is 12/15 at 7 pm, with additional performances 12/16 at 2 pm and 7 pm and 12/17 at 2 pm and 6 pm. Buy your tickets today for a musical journey of love, sacrifice, and the magic of the holiday season. For tickets and details, including directions and parking information, click here.
Announcing Skylark's next production: Stephen Sondheim's Marry Me a Little
In June of 2024, Skylark will bring Stephen Sondheim’s Marry Me a Little to the stage. This brilliant musical is a captivating exploration of love, loneliness, and the human connection. The sheer variety of his melodies and his insightful lyrics are a testament to Sondheim’s masterful storytelling. Marry Me a Little will be the “must-see production” of the summer. Watch for more details in the coming months.
Three Decembers nominated for “Best Production of an Opera”
Skylark’s production of Three Decembers is one of only four productions nominated as “Best Production of an Opera” for the 2023 Regional Awards by Broadway World. The program honors regional productions and touring shows that had their first performance between October 1, 2022 and September 30, 2023. Audience reactions were glowing: “simply stunning,” “a roller coaster of emotions,” and “everyone should see this production.” The three-person, Minnesota-based cast of Norah Long, Siena Forest and Anthony Potts, accompanied by pianists Carson Rose Schneider and Eric McEnaney, was under the music direction of Carson Rose Schneider and the stage direction of Gary Briggle.
Give yourself (or a fellow opera lover) a Skylark T-shirt this holiday season
Show everyone that you know Skylark is “Not Your Grandma’s Opera™.” Wearing a Skylark t-shirt is a fun way to show your support for Skylark Opera Theatre. Give one as a unique gift to an opera lover in your life. Choose between "Not Your Grandma's Opera” (black t-shirt/white printing) and "Opera: Life one note at a time” (burgundy t-shirt/white printing). T-shirts are $25. All proceeds from your t-shirt purchase go straight to Skylark Opera Theatre. To order one (or more!) send an email to backstage@skylarkopera.org. Your t-shirt will be on its way to you via the USPS mail.
