Boulder Opera

The Boulder Opera Company is dedicated to enriching the community through professional opera productions, accessible educational outreach programs, and immersive musical experiences.

 

What does your donation do?

Your generosity helps us:

• Pay local artists a respectful, sustainable wage
• Grow bilingual programs that mirror the diversity of Colorado
• Bring opera into underserved neighborhoods and unconventional spaces — bars, restaurants, holiday parties, and living rooms!
• Reach more children through bilingual educational outreach and school programs, removing the barriers that limit access to opera for students of all backgrounds
• Keep performances affordable and inclusive for all
• Take real steps toward a permanent home — a repurposed church that would house not just Boulder Opera, but other local arts groups in need of space

Whether you give $15 or $1,500, your generosity makes a difference. Together, we can continue expanding access, celebrating culture, and helping artists thrive for years to come.

Your ticket brings you to the opera. Your gift helps bring opera to our community.

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Testimonials

"I was with the kids and I liked that they had little English explanations for the kids.  Also, the prima's high notes were excellent. For this Thanksgiving, I'm thankful that I can experience quality opera with my family right here in Boulder."

- Elixir of Love 2025 Attendee

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Dear Colorado Gives,

I am writing on behalf of Boulder Opera.

This small, non-profit organization has been providing the Boulder community with fantastic opera performances for eight seasons. These performances have taken place in unusual locations including cafes, intimate music halls, bars, restaurants and our band shell structure located in Boulder's central park.
These location choices along with their free Band Shell performance have created increased accessibility for the community.

Boulder Opera works with Boulder Valley School District to augment curriculum for our elementary students.

Boulder Opera has received several grants from the Boulder Arts Commission for the work described above.

Did I mention that Boulder Opera's company of artists have exceptional voices? They do.

I recommend Boulder Opera be included in Colorado Gives Day with out reservation. Boulder is fortunate to have this talent as part of our community.

Sincerely,

Mark Villarreal, Chair - Boulder Arts Commission

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We are incredibly grateful to Boulder Opera for bringing Xochitl and the Flowers to our students. It is rare that our students have the opportunity to experience live professional opera, and Boulder Opera made this possible through their outstanding educational outreach.

The bilingual performance resonated deeply with many of our students, reflecting their own language experiences and cultures. The beautiful stage props, vibrant flowers, and engaging storytelling created a magical atmosphere that captivated our entire school.

The post-performance Q&A allowed our students to connect with the performers and learn more about opera in an accessible and inspiring way. Our students were truly in awe — many left feeling inspired and excited by the world of music and performance.

We highly recommend Boulder Opera’s programs to any school or community seeking to bring the arts to life for young learners.

Linda Haertling- Rocky Mountain Elementary