Asheville Lyric Opera - Profile
North Carolina Opera Company in an Intimate Venue
Asheville Lyric Opera offers performances in the mountains of western North Carolina. In its 8th season the Opera Company has expanded to 3 full productions.
Company Name: Asheville Lyric Opera
Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Website Address: www.ashevillelyric.org
General & Artistic Director:David Craig Starkey
2006-07 Season:
- L’Elisir d’amore, Donizetti
- Merry Widow, Lehar
- La Traviata, Verdi
2007-08 Season:
Not Yet Announced
Where to get tickets:
- Ticket prices range from $35-$45
- Tickets may be purchased by in person at the theater box office or by phone at (828) 257-4530
- The Asheville Lyric Performs at the intimate Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack PlaceAsheville, NC, USA
- Student and adult tickets are available for preview dress rehearsals at a reduced price.
Fast Facts:
- The Wortham Theatre only has a seating capacity of 500, making it a very intimate venue to attend an opera performance.
- Asheville Lyric holds an Advanced Vocal Arts program for ages 12-18.
- The Company offers in-school residencies and outreach programs for all ages.
- The 2006/7 season offers 3 full-length productions for the first time.
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