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Glass/Handel at Spot Lite Detroit

When Baroque meets modern minimalism, magic happens! Experience an extraordinary fusion of Baroque and contemporary music as renowned countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo performs excerpts from his acclaimed Glass/Handel multimedia program at Spot Lite. Mark your calendars and be part of this exceptional (and FREE) event at Spot Lite Detroit! February 20th, 7:00PM, 21+

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Rinaldo | Glimmerglass Opera | photo credit: Evan Zimmerman

Rinaldo – Long Story Short

Love, magic, battles— Rinaldo has all the epic twists of your favorite fantasy saga! RV Mendoza fills us in on the daring knight Rinaldo, his love for Almirena, and the scheming sorceress Armida. Will love triumph over war and enchantment? You’ll have to see for yourself at Detroit Opera’s Rinaldo, February 22-March 2! Tickets are...

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Rinaldo | Glimmerglass Opera | photo credit: Evan Zimmerman

PROGRAM: Rinaldo

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Pre-Opera Talks | photo credit: Austin Richey

PRE-OPERA TALKS: Rinaldo

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...

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Twyla Tharp Dance | Dance @ Detroit Opera | February 2025. Photo: Mark Seliger

PROGRAM: Twyla Tharp Dance: Diamond Jubilee

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Detroit Opera Goes to Church

Detroit Opera Goes to Church Arias, Spirituals, and Sacred Choral works Detroit Opera in collaboration with Hartford Memorial Baptist Church will present a program of Arias, Spirituals, and Sacred Choral works. Featuring the Detroit Opera Resident Artists, Hartford Memorial Baptist Church Jubilee and Cathedral Choirs, and Detroit’s own Alvin Waddles, Minister of Music. Free and...

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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

We’re so excited to share with you the program for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater‘s weekend of performances at Dance @ Detroit Opera! We look forward to seeing you there! Friday March 14, 2025 7:30pm Sacred Songs -intermission- Treading -pause- Grace Saturday March 15, 2025 2:30pm Sacred Songs -intermission- Treading -pause- Grace Saturday March 15, 2025 7:30pm...

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Malandain Ballet Biarritz Masterclass

This masterclass will be taught by company members of internationally-renowned Malandain Ballet Biarritz. The masterclass will highlight ballet technique. This class is most suitable for intermediate/advanced dancers ages 13 and up. Pre-registration is required due to space limitations. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Alvin Ailey Dance Masterclass

UPDATE: this masterclass is SOLD OUT! We thank our dance community for their vibrant response to this wonderful class. Registration is now closed. This masterclass will be taught by company members of world famous Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. The class will include modern technique and movement from Mr. Ailey’s signature works. This is most...

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Tea and Treasures

Join us at the War Memorial in Grosse Pointe for an elegant afternoon of tea and song featuring a delectable buffet of sweet and savory selections, a curated assortment of fine teas, and a program showcasing some of the most iconic and beloved arias and ensembles from the operatic repertoire, including works by Mozart, Bizet,...

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