USD Opera
The USD Opera offers training and performance opportunities for students interested in the art of opera. Every semester, students enrolled in opera workshop have the opportunity to study and perform operatic literature from the common practice period as well as contemporary lyric theater. Students develop and refine their vocal technique, acting and movement ability, musicianship, ensemble skills, knowledge of performance practices, and overall artistry through rehearsals and public performances, both on campus and off.
~ 2012-13 Productions ~
Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing
by Malcolm Fox
Directed by Brandon Hendrickson
- 7 p.m., Friday, November 9, in the Colton Recital Hall
- 2 p.m., Sunday, November 11, in the Colton Recital Hall
- $5.00 admission
The Medium
by Gian-Carlo Menotti
Directed by Dr. Tracelyn Gesteland
- 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 19, in Aalfs Auditorium (Slagle Hall)
- 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 20, in Aalfs Auditorium (Slagle Hall)
- $10 Adults ($5 students with school I.D.) at the door
Past Seasons
2011-12
Dido & Aeneas (Purcell)
Highlights from The Magic Flute (Mozart)
2010-11
Signor Deluso (Pasatieri)
The Velveteen Rabbit (Pogue/Warwick)
An Evening of Scenes from Opera and Operetta
2009-10
Amahl and the Night Visitors (Menotti)
Gianni Schicchi (Puccini)
The Princess and the Pea (Pendino/Warwick)
2008-09
Scenes Programs
USD Opera (Opera Workshop - MUEN 107, 307, 707) is open to students by audition. For more information, please contact Dr. Tracelyn Gesteland at Tracelyn.Gesteland@usd.edu.
