Posted February 22, 2024
The Dayton Opera Artists-in-Residence Program was established in 1987 to serve as a professional training program for young singers as a bridge to move from the university or conservatory education experience into the arena of a professional opera company. In addition to their training schedule, the artists work together to perform education and outreach programs in our community, helping to ensure the future of this magnificent art form in our area.
Keep reading to discover ways you can see these artists in your community this spring!
Read More About the Artists-in-ResidenceMagic Carpet Concerts: Once Upon a Time
February 27–29
Ticket required
Dayton Masonic Center
Carl Rosenthal, narrator
Patrick Reynolds, conductor
Dayton Ballet School Ensemble
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra
The timeless tale of Peter and the Wolf is brought to life by members of DBSE (the Ballet’s pre-professional dance company), our Opera Artists-in-Residence, and the Philharmonic Orchestra. Geared specifically for children, the first stop on this magical, musical trip is Peter’s House, where he narrates his fairytale story.
Pirates of Penzance Sing-Along at Blind Bob’s
Thursday, February 29; Doors open at 7pm, Sing-along starts at 7:30pm
No ticket required; $5 cover charge
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
If you know this swashbuckling tale, then you know that there’s no better way to spend leap year than at a Pirates of Penzance Sing-Along led by the Dayton Opera Artists-in-Residence! Don’t worry if you don’t know the words; hum along or just sit back and enjoy! There will be a $5 cover at the door. All proceeds go to DPAA’s Learning and Community Engagement programs. Pirate costumes are strongly encouraged.
Lunch, Dinner, and a Show at Est! Est!! Est!!!
Thursday, March 7
Lunch Seating: 11:30am and 12:30pm; Dinner Seating: 5:30pm and 7:00pm
Reservations required
45 W 4th St, Dayton, OH 45402
Dine on authentic Italian food while listening to Neapolitan opera performed by the Artists-in-Residence! Performances will take place during lunch and during dinner. A portion of the restaurant’s proceeds will go to DPAA’s Learning and Community Engagement programs.
Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra: On Broadway!
Sunday, March 10 at 2:30pm
Ticket required
Schuster Center
Gabrielle Flannery, soprano
Allison Deady, mezzo-soprano
Carl Rosenthal, tenor
Randell McGee, baritone
Patrick Reynolds, conductor
Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra
Kettering Children’s Choir
Enjoy Broadway hits without the hassle of travelling to New York! No need to pack or buy a plane ticket, Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and Opera Artists-in-Residence perform songs and overtures from some of the best musicals on Broadway right here at the Schuster!
Stained Glass Concert at Omega Baptist Church
Sunday March 17 at 4:00pm
Free; no ticket required
1821 Emerson Avenue Dayton 45406
Randell McGee, baritone
Anthony Dorsey, violin
The Omega Church Choir
Kenzel Patterson, chorus director
Neal Gittleman, conductor
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra
DPAA’s Stained Glass Concert—the Norma Ross Memorial Community Concerts—is part of a series of community outreach efforts in honor of the late Mrs. Norma Ross. The concerts are a wonderful opportunity for local church musicians and choirs to collaborate alongside DPO Artistic Director and Conductor Neal Gittleman and the Dayton Philharmonic, as well as other local arts groups.
Young People’s Concert: A Salute to Teachers (and Students!)
Wednesday, March 20 at 11:30am
Ticket required
Schuster Center
Randell McGee, baritone
Neal Gittleman, conductor
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra
Dayton Ballet School Ensemble
Joseph Haydn: Finale from Symphony No. 104 in D Major
Ludwig van Beethoven: Finale from Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21
Antonín Dvořák: Slavonic Dances
Harry T. Burleigh: Spirituals
Igor Stravinsky: Concerto in E-flat “Dumbarton Oaks”, I. Tempo giusto
Zoltán Kodály: Finale from Variations on a Hungarian Folksong “The Peacock”
In this family-friendly concert, we pay homage to teachers—and the students they nurture—by highlighting some famous student-teacher composer duos. Haydn was Beethoven’s teacher; Dvořák was Burleigh’s teacher; and Nadia Boulanger, who conducted the premiere of Stravinsky’s “Dumbarton Oaks” Concerto, was Maestro Gittleman’s teacher! Join us and raise your hands for those who impart wisdom and shape our futures.
Let DPAA Bring the Opera to You!
February–April 2023
Contact education@daytonperformingarts.org to book
Are you an educator or programs coordinator? You can schedule the Artists-in-Residence to perform at your school, senior living center, or community center! Schedule one of three educational and engaging performances: The Pirates of Penzance, Cinderella Goes to the Opera, or Who Wants to Be An Opera Star?!