KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Everything you need to know before you enjoy
Spotlight on Opera at Tulsa Opera’s
Cavalleria rusticana
Click here to see the cast and additional performance information.
DATE & TIME:
Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2 at 7:00 p.m. Doors open 30 minutes before the performance.
PERFORMANCE LENGTH:
75 minutes with no intermission.
LOCATION:
VanTrease Performing Arts Center for Education | 10300 E. 81st St., Tulsa, OK 74133
DIRECTIONS:
The VanTrease PACE is located on the east side of the Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus. Look for signs directing to the VanTrease. Enter the VanTrease at the lower level for access to the Studio Theater.
PARKING:
Free parking is available in lots directly in front of the VanTrease PACE. Valet parking is not available at this venue.
FOOD AND DRINK:
There are no refreshments for sale, but water fountains are available. Food and beverages are not allowed in the theater. After the concert, join the cast for a post-performance reception.
LATE SEATING POLICY:
If you arrive after the performance begins, you may be asked to wait to enter until an appropriate moment to minimize disruption to your fellow patrons and the artists on stage. Seating is general admission, so please enter quietly and take a seat at the back.
HELP THE STARS OF TOMORROW SHINE!
This is our first season as an educational partner of Tulsa Opera, and we’re already making an impact on our community:
- $16,000 in scholarships
- 9 performances of our touring children’s opera, including 5 FREE public showings
- 5 FREE concerts in retirement communities
- 5 performances of 3 operas
- 1 FREE public concert
- Employment for 18 local and 9 national opera professionals, musicians, and teachers
- Performance opportunities for 16 Tulsa Youth Opera artists
- 20+ students from across the nation plus several local guest artists
Art is essential, but it’s not free, and artist training needs your support! Please help Spotlight on Opera at Tulsa Opera train the stars of tomorrow with a gift of any size. Donate to Spotlight today at https://donate2.app/to/tulsaoperadonation.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW
DO I HAVE TO DRESS UP?
Opera in 2025 is come as you are. Sure, you’ll see some fancy outfits, especially on opening night, and if that’s your vibe, have fun with it! Otherwise, just wear what makes you feel good.
WILL I UNDERSTAND WHAT THE PERFORMERS ARE SINGING?
You don’t need to speak a foreign language to enjoy the opera! This performance is sung in Italian. A synopsis and translation will be provided.
WHAT IF I NEED HELP WITH MY TICKETS?
You can call our box office at (918) 582-3133 from Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. On the day of the performance, you can also visit the Box Office at the theater 1 hour before the performance for live help from friendly staff.
I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS!
Find more helpful information here, or contact us at (918) 582-3133 Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.