The Atlanta Opera is committed to promoting an understanding of and appreciation for opera in the community through a wide variety of educational programs. Below are education opportunities for students to experience opera in school. Please visit the Study Guide Library for instructional tools and resources related to these programs for use by educators, parents and students.

The Atlanta Opera Studio Tour Productions

Knightly News

Music by Jonathan Stinson • Libretto Sarah Rogevich and Jonathan Stinson
October 21 - November 15, 2013 • February 16 - April 11, 2014

A mixed-up operatic newscast featuring modern characters from traditional tales, Knightly News will entertain audiences and remind us all that we have unique talents and strengths that are all valuable in different ways.

• For grades K-5
• Performance Running Time: 45 minutes
• Educational prep materials correspond directly with Common Core Georgia Performance Standards for English Language Arts, Literacy in History/Social Studies, Music and Theater
• Fee: $750

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For booking information, please email education@atlantaopera.org.




En Mis Palabras

Music by Roger Ames • Libretto by Jeffrey Gilden
January 13, - February 7, 2014

A bilingual (Spanish and English) opera, En Mis Palabras is an opera that every student, no matter his or her cultural background, can relate to. Ana Maria struggles with the adolescent dilemma of finding her own voice and figuring out who she is, while her father struggles with the adult dilemma of knowing when and how much to let go so that this young adult may safely develop that sense of self. En Mis Palabras features four singers, guitarist and pianist.

• For grades 6-12
• Performance Running Time: 55 minutes
• Educational prep materials correspond directly with Common Core Georgia Performance Standards for English Language Arts, Literacy in History/Social Studies, Modern Languages, Music and Theater
• Fee: $750

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For booking information, please email education@atlantaopera.org. 

Opera Workshops

Opera Workshops offer students a more intimate "hands-on" opera experience. Designed for a classroom of students, the workshops allow extensive interaction between students and artists. Workshops may feature a singer and accompanist, directors, set and costume designers, or other professionals who contribute to a production. Workshops are tailored to meet the needs of a particular class/group and its curriculum, and are available year-round for schools, camps, youth groups, etc.

2012-2013 Workshops topics include the following:

• What is Opera?
• Preparing and Auditioning for a Role
• Opera Production / Technical Theater
• Costume Design

Grades: K-12
Fee: $275
Bookings: 404.881.8801 or education@atlantaopera.org

Short Video: Opera Workshop at Woodward Elementary School
Short Video: Opera Workshop for the Center for the Visually Impaired

Atlanta Opera Board Member Discusses Education Offerings

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