Detroit Opera offers complimentary opera and dance talks one hour prior to each performance. Noted experts provide background and important information on what you will see on stage, enhancing your performance experience! Opera Talks and Dance Talks provide an insightful and entertaining preview of the works performed on stage.

Unless otherwise directed, Talks take place on the main floor of the auditorium, between aisles two and six. Click here to listen to previous Pre-Opera and Dance Talks!

 

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Stars of American Ballet:

Opening Night Saturday October 18, 2025 – Pre-Dance Talk @ 6:30pm 
Kim Smith, Dance Administrator of Dance @ Detroit Opera welcomes Daniel Ulbricht, Founder and Artistic Director of Stars of American Ballet.

Sunday October 19, 2025 – Pre-Dance Talk @ 1:30pm 
Kim Smith, Dance Administrator of Dance @ Detroit Opera welcomes Daniel Ulbricht, Founder and Artistic Director of Stars of American Ballet.