San Francisco Opera Open House, November 10, 2012

Here's an event that looks like great fun. I would go if it weren't for The Tempest in the morning and Wozzeck in the evening:

With Music Director Nicola Luisotti, soprano Melody Moore, tenor Brian Jagde and the San Francisco Opera Orchestra and Chorus.

Saturday, November 10, 10:30am–2:30pm
War Memorial Opera House
301 Van Ness Avenue

JUST ANNOUNCED: Register today and be entered in a drawing to win complimentary tickets to the production of your choice! Choose between:

• Two tickets to Tosca
• Two tickets to one of our Summer 2013 operas
• Four tickets to The Secret Garden at Cal Performances (previously announced prize)

Join us for this unique experience to view onstage technical and musical demonstrations, participate in fun family activities and a screening of Carmen for Families—The Movie! and explore the historic War Memorial Opera House. Additionally, at the Open House, attendees can enter to win an exclusive same-day backstage tour! 

"As we celebrate San Francisco Opera's 90th Season, we invite everyone to the historic War Memorial Opera House for our free Community Open House. This anniversary is a testament to the extraordinary talents of all of the artists and individuals onstage and behind the scenes who have contributed to this Company's storied history, as well as a testament to this community's passion and support for the operatic art form. Please join us as we showcase the many facets of this great opera company and this beautiful opera house."

–General Director David Gockley

For more information and an activity schedule, please visit our Community Open House webpage.