Opera Maine offers several ways to help you “get into” opera.
- You can attend our “Serenades,” which brings professional opera singers into patrons’ homes. They are held every other month or so, and are a great way to find out more, meet new people and hear some wonderful music performed by our artists. To get information, ask to be on our mailing list or call (207) 879-7678, or visit the Events page.
- Attend one of Calien Lewis’ programs to learn more about opera. In addition to providing pre-show talks for each performance, Opera Maine Dramaturg Calien Lewis presents free, public lectures, conversations, and workshops with cultural partners throughout Greater Portland to provide educational opera programming and discover resonance between operas and contemporary life. Libraries and businesses can offer these as part of a series of programs. You can get more information elsewhere on this website, or by calling us at (207) 879-7678.
- Attend a Metropolitan Opera live HD broadcast. These are actual live Met productions that are presented in movie theaters all over the world. These can be seen locally at the Cinemagic theaters in South Portland and Saco, the Regal Theater in Brunswick and many others around the state. Opera Maine acts as host to the theaters in South Portland and Brunswick. The productions are not only wonderful (it is the Met, after all), but informative too as during intermissions we are taken backstage to meet the singers and to learn much more about the opera being performed. Visit www.Metopera/HD for programs and dates.
- Become a volunteer for Opera Maine. This is a great way to get involved with the company and meet those who will become your great friends. The opportunities are too long to list here, but you can fill out the form on this website or call (207) 879-7678 to find out more.