New Orleans Opera

Step into the 2024-2025 Opera Season: Embracing Strong Women and Community!

Featuring international and local opera stars with the GRAMMY ® Award-winning Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, the Electric Yat Quartet, the New Orleans Opera Chorus, and sets from the H. Lloyd Hawkins, Jr. Scenic Studio.

Single Tickets on Sale July 1, 2024

Tosca

September 27 and 29, 2024

Tosca is a timeless opera about love, passion, and political intrigue in Rome. The story follows Floria Tosca, a passionate opera singer, as she navigates political turmoil and personal sacrifice. With gripping drama and soaring arias, the opera is a must-see for all.

Samson and Delilah, in Concert

November 8 and 10, 2024

Experience our concert version of Samson and Delilah by Camille Saint-Saëns. Captivating arias and choruses, your GRAMMY® -winning Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, and themes of power dynamics and oppression make it profoundly relevant today. Don’t miss this masterpiece.

Opera on the Bayou: Voices of New Orleans

February 5, 2025

Join the New Orleans Opera and the Electric Yat Quartet for a 90-minute concert celebrating the unique blend of music and culture in our city. Don’t miss an unforgettable evening of unity, classical song, and community.

Elixir of Love

April 4 and 6, 2025

Experience the enchanting opera Elixir of Love in the Wild West, as the lovelorn Nemorino vies for the heart of the spirited Adina. Delightful tunes and heartfelt arias capture the essence of small-town life and the pursuit of true love in a rustic frontier setting.

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