Opera Theater
Opera Theater Events
University of Arizona Opera Theater Presents
The Telephone & Der
Schauspieldirektor (The Impresario)
A Bill of One-Act Comedic Operas with Full Orchestra!
Gian Carlo Menotti’s The Telephone rings true in the age of constant connection. When Ben drops by to propose to Lucy, he finds himself in a battle—not with a rival suitor, but with her ever-ringing telephone. Menotti’s fast-paced score and clever libretto turn this everyday interruption into a hilarious commentary on love and modern technology. A perfect bite-sized opera brimming with humor and heart.
W. A. Mozart’s Der Schauspieldirektor (The Impresario) playfully lifts the curtain on the backstage dramas of the theater world. A hilarious tale of rival divas, artistic egos, and the chaos of casting, this spicy satire blends brilliant music with razor-sharp wit. Whether you’re a seasoned opera lover or new to the genre, Der Schauspieldirektor promises laughter, charm, and a delightful glimpse behind the scenes. Sung in German with English supertitles.
Performances
Crowder Hall, 1017 N. Olive Rd., Tucson, AZ 85721
- Saturday, March 28, 2026 – 3:00p.m.
- Sunday, March 29, 2026 – 3:00p.m.
Student Night at the Opera (Free)
- Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – 7:30p.m.
- Thursday, March 26, 2026 – 7:30p.m.
Arizona Arts Box Office
520.621.3341 | boxoffice@arizona.edu
Box Office hours:
- Tuesday-Friday: 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m
- Saturday: 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m
- Closed Sunday and Monday
OPERA MISSION STATEMENT
The Voice and Opera Theater program exists to promote vocal music of the highest caliber. We believe that opera and vocal music are a living and essential art form that provokes, thrills, and transforms human lives through its unique combination of music and storytelling. We encourage the development of young musical artists, as well as cultivate the audiences of the future. We build community to ensure the success of our students as they become practitioners, teachers, and leaders of the future.
Faculty
Cynthia S Stokes
Associate Professor
Associate Professor, Applied Intercultural Arts Research - GIDP
Endowed Chair, Amelia T Rieman
cynthiastokes@arizona.edu
Thomas Cockrell
Professor, Music
Director, Orchestral Activities
Endowed Chair, Nelson Riddle-Music
cockrell@arizona.edu
