The Barber of Seville
The Metropolitan Opera performs Rossini’s perfectly honed treasure, which survived a famously disastrous opening night to become what may be the world’s most popular comic opera.
Afternoon at the Opera
Saturdays at noon on WILL-FM
Make sure your weekend includes an Afternoon at the Opera and enjoy timeless pieces from all the greats, including Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, Bellini, and Rossini. Join us Saturdays at noon on WILL-FM 90.9, your only on-air source for opera in central Illinois.
La Donna del Lago
Rossini’s most beautiful and expressive scores, performed by The Metropolitan Opera.
Rigoletto
A dramatic journey of undeniable force since its premiere in 1851. Performed by The Metropolitan Opera.
La Bohème
Puccini’s unforgettable tale of love, youth, and tragic loss. Performed by The Metropolitan Opera.
Amleto
Faithful to the original Shakespearean text, this is a once-in-a-lifetime production by Southwest Opera Ensemble.
Candide
The Glimmerglass Opera Ensemble performs Voltaire’s satirical novella.
Cato in Utica
Passion and politics collide in this Vivaldi drama, performed by the Glimmerglass Opera Ensemble.
Macbeth
The Glimmerglass Opera Ensemble performs Verdi's powerful Shakespearean drama for the first time.
The Trojans
The tragic fall of Troy, the passionate love of two great leaders, the urgent pull of destiny.
Two Women
A moving drama following a strong-willed widow and her teenage daughter in World War II.
These programs are partially sponsored by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
