Opera 101

Boston Lyric Opera (BLO) is pleased to continue its exciting Opera 101 education program for adults. Host Professor Elizabeth Seitz shares her insight and passion for opera in an engaging discussion format with music and video selections.

These six-week series of evening sessions explore various aspects of opera with particular attention paid to the operas showcased in the current season. Get inside the composers’ minds, learn about the historical context of the operas, and discover other fun factoids! A great way for newcomers and aficionados alike to develop a deeper appreciation of this multi-dimensional art form.

Fall Series:   September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2009
Winter Series   February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2010
Where:   Old South Church, Copley Square, Boston
When:   Each session is from 7 to 8:30pm

Registration information coming soon.

Praise for Opera 101 and Elizabeth Seitz

“Loved Elizabeth’s passion for her subject—enjoyed reading Mozart’s letters and learning about different stagings of the same opera and emphasis on most important operas.”

“The instructor was spectacular. Her knowledge, delivery, preparation, handouts, use of CDs and DVDs and relationship to the class were great. Get her back next year.”

“Elizabeth Seitz is a marvelous lecturer. Her classes are so well prepared and organized, and she presents a perfect blend of biography, historical background, and the music itself. Never thought I’d be on the edge of my seat at an opera lecture.”

“Dr. Seitz is a superb lecturer and the #1 reason that I kept coming on cold and icy nights. Her enthusiasm, knowledge and storytelling abilities are remarkable. Always available for questions. She is wonderful!”

“Professor Seitz is a gem! What a resource. She’s knowledgeable and passionate.”