Opera Aficionado is an exciting suite of programs designed for patrons who are passionate about opera. Aficionado provides an opportunity to learn more, dive deeper, and get an inside look at the world of opera.
As part of Opera Aficionado, our Interactive Lectures Series gives opera-goers around the world a front-row seat to scholarly talks, allowing attendees to dialogue with fellow opera lovers, experts, and special guests. Each month will be focused on a concept or theme relevant to all of us.
The San Francisco Opera Chorus reigns as one of the finest operatic vocal ensembles in the country and throughout the world. This December, Opera Aficionado celebrates this heavenly choir with intimate discussions featuring former members, an outgoing maestro, and some of the finest music ever performed. Take a break from all the fa-la-las of the holidays and join us for some grand operatic cheer.
2020 was a year for the history books, a year without live opera. For some in our company, it was year of retirement, and a year that did not afford them the splendor of that final bow. As 2021 draws to a close, Opera Aficionado checks in with former SF Opera Choristers, Mary Finch and Dan Stanley, to see what they’ve been up to since leaving our stage, and how music is still a part of their lives.