Random Cultural Opportunity of the Week

Random Cultural Opportunity of the Week

Operas can be intimidating. They're long, they're dramatic, and more often than not, sung in a language you don't understand. Opera Memphis understands this. They're also inviting you to take a chance on the art form.
In the Opera Memphis costume shop.
Opera Memphis is looking for Memphians who have never been to an opera before to take part in a new program. Here's how it works: You've never been to an opera, but you're open to going. Opera Memphis hooks you up with two free tickets to all three of the company's performances this season. After the show, you fill out a short survey and give a short interview after the show. Easy, right? Ned Canty, the company's director, is holding five spots in this new program for I Love Memphis readers. If you'd like to participate, leave a comment on this post. I'll randomly pick five people at noon on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 3 p.m.  

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Lynda
I have never been. What a great opportunity.
September 21, 2011 8:02am
Katie
Oh my gosh! Such a cool idea, I'd love to give it a try!
September 21, 2011 8:05am
Zinnia
Pick ME!
September 21, 2011 8:50am
Brian Swanson
Would love to go to the Opera. My wife and I have been meaning to try the opera for the first time since seeing the Ignite presentation earlier this year by someone from Opera Memphis.
September 21, 2011 8:54am
Michelle
I'm definitely interested in changing my perceptions on opera. I anticipate it to be down-out and dull but who knows?
September 21, 2011 9:18am
Rebecca S
I have never been to the opera but have always wanted to go. I am a huge fan of musical theatre and would like to see how (or if) they compare. Thanks!
September 21, 2011 9:23am
mavery
sounds like fun!
September 21, 2011 9:28am
SaraKey
What a great idea. Pick me pick me!
September 21, 2011 9:44am
Tessalation
I've never been, would love to see a few!
September 21, 2011 9:54am
Emma
Have never been to Opera Memphis before......would love to go :-)
September 21, 2011 10:53am
Angie
I'm game!
September 21, 2011 11:28am
Anjelica
I love the I Love Memphis blog! I am subscribed to the RSS feed in Google Reader and I recommend it to people all the time. I'd love to win these tickets. I've never attended an Opera but I've always wanted to go and SEASON TICKETS would be the most amazzzzzzing opportunity ever!
September 21, 2011 11:39am
annab
ive never been to one and ive been wanting to go since i moved here. this would be great.
September 21, 2011 11:54am
Marriah
Oh! I'd love to win! This is a fabulous idea!
September 21, 2011 12:53pm
Meagan
PICK ME PLEASE!
September 21, 2011 1:26pm
Ned
I was really happy to see so many people interested in trying out opera. I'm trying to open up more slots based on the amazing response, so if you would like to shoot for one of those, email us at [email protected]!
September 22, 2011 4:39pm
Jg Bradner
My mom works at Opera Memphis, and I have been to every opera since. They are a lot of fun! I encourage everyone to go to the upcoming opera, Don Pasquale. I'm pretty sure there's a student rush. The numbers of young people going to these productions is growing and I encourage everyone to take part in this awesome experience! Operas are long, yes- 3 hours. And most of them are in Italian, yes- but there are screens with english. It is truly a fun thing to do in Memphis. 
March 17, 2012 5:44pm