The Boulder Opera is committed to making opera accessible, inspiring and engaging to the community. Our goal is to develop new audiences for this old art form, enrich the lives of our community, and provide opportunity to local musicians.
Since 2012, we have brought high quality opera to the Boulder audience, who is diverse and eager to see our incredibly talented local artists performing.
Our efforts point towards sharing our love for this art form without barriers: hundreds of people have enjoyed free concerts, many of them members of underserved communities, specially Latino/Hispanic; our educational programs have let thousands of kids from different Title 1 schools in the Boulder area experience the beauty of this art; and, our accessible family-friendly productions have brought people together.
A local nonprofit dedicated to enriching our community through the art form of Opera.
EVENTS (2026-27 SEASON)
Mozart vs. Salieri: A Summer Opera Rivalry Concert
Step into the world of rivalry, genius, and unforgettable music with Boulder Opera’s summer concert, Mozart vs. Salieri. Inspired by the legendary artistic tension between two of Vienna’s most celebrated composers, this dynamic evening features beloved arias, ensembles, and dramatic scenes by both Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. Performed by a cast of exceptional singers, chamber chorus, and orchestra under the musical direction of José Arturo González, the concert brings humor, passion, intrigue, and dazzling virtuosity to the stage in a lively celebration of opera’s Golden Age. Perfect for both opera lovers and newcomers alike.
Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Boulder Seventh-Day Adventist Church
345 Mapleton Ave, Boulder, CO 80304
TICKETS
General Admission $35
Seniors & Students $25
A Night at the Salon: Vintage Glamour & Opera
A special fundraiser and celebration of Boulder Opera’s 15th Anniversary!
Step into an intimate evening of music, elegance, and connection. Inspired by the salon concerts of Europe’s golden age, this curated experience brings you closer than ever to the power of the human voice.
Enjoy cocktails, mingling, and a stunning live performance featuring beloved operatic and classical selections—all in a setting designed for conversation and artistry.
As Boulder Opera celebrates 15 seasons of bringing accessible opera to our community, we invite you to be part of what comes next.
Limited seating available.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Studio
3550 Frontier Ave a2, Boulder, CO 80301
Dinner Opera: La Traviata
Experience the passion and heartbreak of Verdi’s beloved masterpiece in an intimate new setting. Boulder Opera presents a special Dinner Opera production of La traviata at the historic Dickens Opera House. Performed in an accessible chamber arrangement for string quartet and piano, this immersive production brings audiences closer than ever to Violetta’s unforgettable story of love, sacrifice, and redemption. Led by Music Director Jose Arturo Gonzalez, the evening combines world-class opera with the warmth and atmosphere of an elegant dinner theater experience.
Perfect for both seasoned opera lovers and first-time audiences, this condensed production of La traviata offers an emotionally powerful night of music in one of Colorado’s most unique historic venues.
- November 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
- November 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Dickens Opera House
302 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501
TABLE PRICING:
Front Tables + Dinner — $85
Middle Tables + Dinner — $75
High Tops (Performance Only) — $35
MainStage: Faust by Gounod
Boulder Opera presents Faust, a sweeping tale of love, ambition, and redemption featuring an ensemble orchestra led by Steven Aguiló-Arbúes. Based on Goethe’s legendary story, the opera follows the aging scholar Faust as he makes a dangerous pact with Méphistophélès in exchange for youth and renewed passion. Filled with some of opera’s most beloved music, including the famous “Jewel Song” and powerful choral scenes, this production brings Gounod’s masterpiece to life in an intimate and emotionally charged setting.
- Friday, April 2, 2027 at 7:00 PM
- Saturday, April 3, 2027 at 7:00 PM
Longmont Museum,
400 Quail Rd, Longmont, CO 80501
Sunday, April 4, 2027 4pm
Dairy Arts Center,
2590 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302