Minnesota Opera

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620 N 1st St

Minneapolis, MN 55401

+1 (612) 333-6669

http://www.mnopera.org

Minnesota Opera, now regarded as America's most exciting opera company, was founded as Center Opera in 1963 when the Walker Art Center commissioned an opera for its performing arts program. Known as a progressive, alternative opera company through the early 1970s, the Minnesota Opera merged with the St. Paul Opera in 1975, and through the 1980s, began to shift its focus to include more traditional repertoire. In 1985, Minnesota Opera became a founding tenant of St. Paul's Ordway Center, and in 1990, opened its own Opera Center in Minneapolis, combining scenic and costume shops, rehearsal facilities and administrative offices into three renovated warehouses on the Mississippi riverfront. In the two decades that followed, the company earned its reputation as an industry-leading producer ; articulated an artistic vision based on the Bel Canto philosophy ; developed its highly competitive Resident Artist Program ; and added artist housing to its campus in the historic Minneapolis Warehouse District. At the same time, recognition for Minnesota Opera's progressive and far-reaching educational programs grew.

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4.020 reviews

Lenore K.

12/29/2018

About five years ago I saw Turandot here and I've been a fan ever since. I grant I am not a highly knowledgeable attendee. I love theatre, and I know much more about theatre than I am ever likely...

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Paul S.

5/12/2022

Beware: Customer service uses frustrated, underemployed MFAs with major attitude.

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Cynthia E.

10/13/2015

I got ticket to see a opera here couple weeks ago with my boyfriend who has always wanted to go. I purchased them online and sent by mail. Easy. No one told me that going too the opera you dress...

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Bill D.

11/25/2018

Silent Night was beautifully performed by vocalists and orchestra. The story line is so relevant today as it was 100 years + ago. Stop the fighting, if, for only one night and perhaps, just...

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Gioia S.

6/13/2017

Beautiful, fabulous, amazing performances. I've seen Carmen, La Boheme, and Turandot. All 3 Operas were done so incredibly well, I was very impressed. La Boheme was my absolute favorite, as they...

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Orchestra Hall

Orchestra Hall is home to the internationally renowned Minnesota Orchestra. The hall's unique acoustic features, designed by Cyril M. Harris, provide a perfect venue for any kind of musical performance. Besides the Minnesota Orchestra, Orchestra Hall hosts a wide variety of other guests each year, including classical, jazz, and pop music performers as well as comedians and speakers. A recent renovation has greatly improved the hall's public spaces.Parking and public transportation to Orchestra HallThere is metered parking on the adjacent streets and a pay parking ramp attached to the hall. Metro Transit has several bus lines that stop nearby.Best and worst time to go to Orchestra HallFriday nights when the Minnesota Orchestra is in season can be very busy at Orchestra Hall, and extra time should be allowed for getting there and finding a place to park. Weeknight performances are likely to be less crowded and more easily accessible. During the summer, the orchestra hosts Sommerfest, which is a hugely popular four-week fest that draws even larger crowds.Admission to Orchestra HallPricing for performances varies anywhere from $10 and up.Must see/do at Orchestra HallThe excellent acoustics in the performance hall are also visually stunning. There are more than 100 large cubs that create a falling rock pattern that's striking to see. Outside of Orchestra Hall is Peavey Plaza, a public gathering area that's listed on the National Register of Historic Places.Other places to visit near Orchestra HallThere are several excellent restaurants near Orchestra Hall. Vincent is right across the street, offering contemporary French food (and one of the city's best burgers); near Vincent is Brit's Pub, a casual British eatery with the bonus of having a rooftop bowling green; Manny's Steakhouse is within three blocks, as is the tiny but excellent La Belle Crepe. Orchestra Hall's location on Nicollet Mall provided a great opportunity to explore the main part of downtown by taking a stroll on Nicollet in either direction; one way takes you to the iconic IDS Center, and the other takes you to Loring Park.Insider tip for visitors to Orchestra HallMinnesota has a somewhat casual approach to dressing for orchestra events. At any given performance, you might see people dressed in anything from black tie to jeans. While some people frown at the casual approach, others point out that they're more likely to enjoy an orchestra performance if they're dressed comfortably. So dress as casually as you wish (or dare).Author's bio: Amy C. Rea is the author of Minnesota, Land of 10,000 Lakes: an Explorer's Guide, and Backroads & Byways of Minnesota. Her third book, Camping Minnesota, will be published in 2016.