Opera Theater of Connecticut
$50.00
Opera Theater of Connecticut returns to Sanibel Music Festival by popular demand with the delightful
music of Gilbert and Sullivan, punctuated by Artistic Director Alan Mann’s knowledgeable commentary.
The concert will feature hits from well-known comic operas such as The Mikado, H.M.S Pinafore, and
The Pirates of Penzance. The wit and sense of irony of Gilbert and Sullivan’s lyrics delivered by the
expressive OTC ensemble is anticipated to have the audience laughing out loud.
Donations can be made at Checkout.
Concert begins at 7:30 pm.
Opera Theater of Connecticut returns to Sanibel Music Festival by popular demand with the delightful music of Gilbert and Sullivan, punctuated by Artistic Director Alan Mann’s knowledgeable commentary. The concert will feature hits from well-known comic operas such as The Mikado, H.M.S Pinafore, and The Pirates of Penzance. The wit and sense of irony of Gilbert and Sullivan’s lyrics delivered by the expressive OTC ensemble is anticipated to have the audience laughing out loud.
General Director Kate Ford brings an impressive Opera Theater of Connecticut team to SWFL every year, headed by Artistic Director Alan Mann, who also serves as Executive Director of the Hartford Chorale and is a renowned guest speaker known for “Opera Talks”.
Music Director Eric Trudel is a celebrated solo pianist, award-winning vocal coach, and conductor. Mr. Trudel is resident pianist for the Wall Street Chamber Players, associated with the New Haven Symphony. Faculty appointments include the Banff Centre for the performing Arts, Conservatoire de Musique du Quebec, Montreal Opera, Universite du Quebec, and Yale University’s School of Music. Mr. Trudel is currently on faculty at the University of Hartford’s Hartt School of Music and Southern Connecticut State University.
Concert Notes for Opera Theater
Gilbert & Sullivan: Memorable Musical Madness and Mayhem
The Victorian-era partnership of Gilbert & Sullivan created fourteen comic operas of which H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado are among the best known. Opera Theater presents a concert with six professionals singers highlighting the greatest hits of this amazing collaboration, with tunes you are sure to be humming for days afterward!
Opera Theater of Connecticut returns to Sanibel Music Festival by popular demand with the delightful music of Gilbert and Sullivan, punctuated by Artistic Director Alan Mann’s knowledgeable commentary. The concert will feature hits from well-known comic operas such as The Mikado, H.M.S Pinafore, and The Pirates of Penzance. The wit and sense of irony of Gilbert and Sullivan’s lyrics delivered by the expressive OTC ensemble are anticipated to have the audience laughing out loud.
Music Director Eric Trudel is a celebrated solo pianist, award-winning vocal coach, and conductor. Mr. Trudel is a resident pianist for the Wall Street Chamber Players, associated with the New Haven Symphony. Faculty appointments include the Banff Centre for the Performing Arts, Conservatoire de Musique du Quebec, Montreal Opera, Universite du Quebec, and Yale University’s School of Music. Mr. Trudel is currently on faculty at the University of Hartford’s Hartt School of Music and Southern Connecticut State University.
Reviews
Opera theater of Connecticut Reviews
Recent Reviews on Yelp
I always enjoy the productions – well-chosen principals from across the country – good acting and excellent singing.
Wonderful… versatile and emotive tenor. Loved his interpretation.
Unbelievable vocal control and did a fantastic job!
Such a great cast!
Recent Reviews on Trip Advisor
Very much enjoyed the show… we plan to return.
I give it five stars!
As good if not better than Broadway… the actors are amazing and exceptional. The directing is astounding.
Superb production… uniformly outstanding performances.
The acting/singing …are consistently superb.
Wonderful… total enjoyment. Worth every minute and every penny we spent to be entertained that well.
Amazing show! We will be back!
Energetic production with an amazing cast.
It doesn’t get much better. Just as enjoyable as a Broadway production.
Reserved Section Seating
Contributors of $500 or more per person above and beyond ticket purchases will be assigned a named seat in the Reserved Section and other attractive benefits as outlined in Donor Information Click here for more details about Donor Information.
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Program Listing
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Preferred Section Seating
Contributors of $250 to $499 per person above and beyond ticket purchases will receive two seats in the Preferred section.
Mail-In Orders and Contributions Timetable
Mail-in orders and contributions for March 2024 performances will be acknowledged starting in November 2023. Tickets will be mailed in February 2023. Orders received by mail after February 15 will be held for pickup at the door.
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Sanibel Music Festival Donations
Each level of giving receives benefits of categories below
Directors Circle $10,000 +
Concert sponsorship
Two Season Tickets to all concerts
Four guest tickets to sponsored concert
Benefactors $5,000 +
Lunch with Musician(s)
Ambassadors $2,500 +
Listing on Web Site
Encore Club $1,000 +
Invitation to After Glo events
Two seats in the Reserved section
Sustainers $500 +
One seat in the Reserved Section
Invitation to one post-concert reception
Supporters $250 +
Two Seats in Preferred Section
Patrons $100 +
One companion ticket–bring a friend to a concert
Friends $50 +
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