College of Charleston Opera

The College of Charleston Opera presents a fully staged production and several performances of opera and musical theatre scenes each year. Recent successful productions have included Menotti's The Medium and Mozart's The Impresario (2007), The Marriage of Figaro (2006), Trial by Jury (2005), and Celius Dougherty's Many Moons (2004). Many of these productions have been repeated in Piccolo Spoleto's Young Artists and Theatre Series.

Founded in 1999, the workshop provides performance and training opportunities for singing on the stage. Deanna McBroom is the Artistic and Musical Director with Robert Ivey as stage director and choreographer.

2007-2008 Season

Fall Opera Gala: Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 8:00 PM
Recital Hall, Simons Center for the Arts
$5

Scenes from musical theatre, operetta, and opera including Webber's Phantom of the Opera and Mozart's Così fan tutte plus many more.
Closer Than Ever: February 15, 16, 17, 18, 2008 at 8:00 PM
Recital Hall, Simons Center for the Arts
$15 adults / $8 students
A fully-staged production of Maltby and Shire's show, full of wonderful musical theatre melodies, exploring the ups and downs of human relationships.
CofC Opera in Concert: Friday, April 18, 2008 at 8:00 PM
Recital Hall, Simons Center for the Arts
$15 adults / $8 students
Scenes from operas including Donizetti's Maria Stuarda.

Tickets

Ticket reservations can be made by calling the Music Department:

843.953.5440
843.953.5927

Tickets will also be available at the door — cash or checks only.