KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Everything you need to know before you enjoy
The Sound of Music
DATE & TIME:
Saturday, November 15th.
6:00 p.m. Box Office Opens
6:15 p.m. Do-Re-Mi Lobby Fun
6:30 p.m. Pre-Show Lecture with Cathy Venable
7:00 p.m. Theatre Doors Open
7:30 p.m. Performance Begins
- Starting at 6:15 p.m., stop by the right-side lobby for some special fun led by one of our costumed artists! Look for the Do-Re-Mi sign and learn the same song Maria teaches the von Trapp children in a playful and fun experience for all ages. The activity runs until 7:20 p.m. and again at intermission.
- Join Cathy Venable for a free and informative pre-show talk at 6:30 p.m. in the theatre in the left orchestra tier seating. Enter through the left door in the lobby to the orchestra tiered seating. Follow signage in the main lobby. Tulsa Opera volunteers and staff will be able to assist with access to the elevator. Doors for the talk will open at 6:20 p.m. Your ticket will be scanned upon entry.
- In the case of inclement weather, please plan to carry your coats and umbrellas with you to your seat.
THIS IS A SOLD-OUT PERFORMANCE!
Please leave plenty of time to arrive, park, and get your tickets from the Will Call if you didn’t get them in advance.
BE A TULSA OPERA HERO — DONATE YOUR UNUSED TICKETS!
If you won’t be able to use your ticket(s), please consider donating them back to us in advance of the scheduled performance by simply calling our Box Office at (918) 582-3133. When you do, your charitable donation is tax-deductible up to the value of your ticket(s) and we are able to sell your unused ticket(s) to another patron.
LATE SEATING POLICY:
Late seating is at the discretion of the ushers. 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.
PERFORMANCE LENGTH:
3 hours with a 20-minute intermission.
LOCATION:
TCC 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 and Tulsa Opera signage.
PARKING:
Free parking is available in lots directly in front of the VanTrease PACE.
FOOD AND DRINK:
Concessions are not available at the VanTrease PACE. Outside food and beverages are prohibited. Lidded water bottles are allowed.
For a meal, visit one of the restaurants that are close by, such as:
- For a taste of Vienna: Siegi’s Sausage Factory
- Kirin Asian Cuisine and Sushi
- Midleton’s Bar and Grill
- Osaka Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
- Many more options can be found on either side of the 71st St exit off Highway 64 and further east along Memorial Drive.
Do-Re-Meals
Don’t forget to bring some canned or other dry goods to share with our neighbors in need for the Do-Re-Meals Food Drive. You can drop them off in the lobby of the VanTrease PACE from 6:00-9:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 15! Otherwise, please bring your donations to the Laven Sowell Opera Center between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information, visit: https://tulsaopera.com/2025/10/do-re-meals-food-drive/
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. In Tulsa, you’ll see everything from ballgowns to boots … sometimes on the same person.
WILL I UNDERSTAND WHAT THE PERFORMERS ARE SINGING?
You don’t need to speak a foreign language to enjoy the opera! This production is sung completely in English.
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 at 6 p.m. for help in-person from our 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.