Performances & Events

Here you can find all of Opera Grand Rapids’ upcoming performances and events. New events are added all the time, so be sure to check back regularly!


Grand Opera | The Abduction from the Seraglio

The Abduction from the Seraglio

by W.A. Mozart

October 13 & 14, 2023
Forest Hills Fine Arts Center

The divine Mozart’s first operatic success, which was commissioned by the Austrian Emperor Joseph II (see the movie Amadeus for more). The beautiful noblewoman Costanza and her maid Blonda are shipwrecked and taken to the palace of Pascha Selim, ruler of the Ottoman Empire. Selim falls in love with Costanza, who refuses him to be faithful to her one true love, Belmonte. The Abduction is a family-friendly masterpiece for all to enjoy.

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Explore Opera | Chorus Concert

Chorus Concert

November 16, 2023
Fountain Street Church

Join the Opera Grand Rapids Chorus for an evening featuring West Michigan’s most esteemed professional choir. The program features some of the canon’s most beloved opera choruses along with a few contemporary pieces. Additionally several stellar choristers will showcase their favorite arias and ensembles. Opera Grand Rapids is proud to present the region’s most skilled singers on this evening celebrating local love for the vocal arts.

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Contemporary Opera | The Tibetan Book of the Dead

The Tibetan Book of the Dead

by Ricky Ian Gordon

February 9 & 10, 2024
Betty Van Andel Opera Center

Based on Jean-Claude van Itallie’s play after the Buddhist teachings of the same name, The Tibetan Book of The Dead leads us through the stages we experience after death and our transition into the next life. Written for his life partner, this amazing and moving piece launched the extraordinary career of one of America’s premiere composers. A performance not to be missed.

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Explore Opera | Opera is Lit

Opera is Lit

March 14, 2024
Location TBA

… literature that is!

An event of song and story, curated by local musicologist Camellia Adams.

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Explore Opera | VanderLaan Prize

2024 VanderLaan Prize

March 23, 2024
Betty Van Andel Opera Center

Join us as the top ten students from around the nation compete for one of the largest purses available for undergraduates.

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Grand Opera | La Bohème

La Bohème

by Giacomo Puccini

April 19 & 20, 2024
DeVos Performance Hall

Wonder where the story of “Rent” or “Love Story” came from? Puccini’s classic opera has inspired generations with its true-to-life story of Rodolfo and Mimi — star-crossed lovers. With the romantic score and soaring melodies of Puccini, La bohéme is the perfect opera for opera fans and newcomers alike. Spoiler alert: bring tissues.

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Explore Opera | Night with the Opera | Sunset Gala

Night With The Opera: Sunset Gala

April 19, 2024
DeVos Performance Hall

This season our annual fundraising gala will truly be a Night with the Opera! Enjoy dinner with fellow opera-goers at our Sunset Gala at DeVos Performance Hall, then take a short walk to find your seats for La bohème. Or stay for the Midnight Gala immediately after the curtain falls, with hors d’oeuvres, drinks and the cast of the show. Or join us for both! Reserve your spots today.

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Explore Opera | Night with the Opera | Midnight Gala

Night With The Opera: Midnight Gala

April 19, 2024
DeVos Performance Hall

This season our annual fundraising gala will truly be a Night with the Opera! Enjoy dinner with fellow opera-goers at our Sunset Gala at DeVos Performance Hall, then take a short walk to find your seats for La bohème. Or stay for the Midnight Gala immediately after the curtain falls, with hors d’oeuvres, drinks and the cast of the show. Or join us for both! Reserve your spots today.

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