Enjoy Opera Like an Expert!
With Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez
Let the story, music, and spectacle come alive for you through a carefully designed, personalized experience tailored to you and your guests. Rediscover Opera with Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez, a distinguished International Opera, Orchestra, and Ballet Conductor & Scholar.
Car-Free Convenience:
No need to worry about parking or driving. Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez's team will handle transportation for you and your guests around Bloomington, ensuring seamless participation in all activities.
Opera Dinner:
Indulge in a luxurious pre-opera dinner with Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez. Enjoy a specially curated conversation to delve into the opera’s story, composer, librettist, historical context, and unique aspects of the specific production.
Warm-Up Wine:
Savor a glass of wine at the Musical Arts Center (MAC) before the performance. Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez will guide you through the inner workings of the MAC and offer insights into the full season’s programming.
Prime-Level Opera Experience:
Attend a world-class Opera performance by the exceptional IU Opera and Ballet Department*, complemented by wine during intermissions and insightful guided conversations with Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez for a truly enriched evening.
Live the Opera from the Perfect Spot:
The experience includes special tickets in the best possible location specially selected by the ears and eyes of Maestro Barbosa-Vasquez to have the best possible experience (Specific seats will be selected according with the Music Arts Center availability for the selected day - the sooner you reserve your experience, the better seats you'll get).
An Unparalleled Experience
With Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez
These activities provide a rare and exclusive opportunity to deepen your appreciation for Opera with the help from an International Maestro. Through guided discussions with Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the story, characters, composer, librettist, and the intricate history and artistry behind the production. You'll explore the performers' roles and the creative vision that brings the opera to life.
Experience Opera in a transformative way—don’t just watch it, LIVE IT! Discover the inner workings of an Opera Production and immerse yourself in its magic.
© Barbosa-Vásquez/Academic 2018
Disclaimer:
"The Opera Experience" is a program of Barbosa-Vásquez/Academic and is not affiliated with Indiana University, the IU Opera and Ballet Department, nor the Musical Arts Center. Our interaction with the IU Opera and Ballet Department is solely as audience members enjoying their performances.
For more information about the department, their season, or to purchase tickets directly, please visit IU Opera and Ballet Theater.
