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Big Band Dinner Dance It's time to put that spring back in your step! Join us at the St. Louis Club on April 2nd for a delightful evening of dinner and dancing! Show off your dance skills with your significant other, your friends, or a Winter Opera artist!

Winter Opera STL presents Giacomo Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, 210 E. Monroe Ave., on Friday, March 25, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 27, at

Madama Butterfly Cultures collide when an American navy lieutenant marries a Japanese geisha in this classic tale of love, innocence, and betrayal. This poignant score will tug at the heart strings of the romantic as beautiful, innocent Madame Butterfly awaits the return of her American husband. For three years she waits. What lies in store for her upon his return...?

The Gondoliers Transport yourself to dream-worthy Venetian nights at Winter Opera’s production of the world-famous operetta, “The Gondoliers”. Charismatic gondoliers Giuseppe and Marco are celebrating their new marriages when they learn that one of them is actually the King of Barataria—but it is unknown which one! Who is the true king and will he have his happily-ever-after? Known for its virtuosic yet melodious music and a beautiful story that blends moments of comedy w...

Holiday Extravaganza The Winter Opera's 15th season begins with our first annual Holiday Extravaganza on December 4. This holiday celebration welcomes in the festive winter season with holiday classics and opera favorites, including selections from The Nutcracker and Act II of La Bohème, from baritone Michael Nansel and soprano Megan Barrera. A local children’s chorus adds angelic voices to the sounds of the season and Ballet 314 will take the stage for a memorable ballet perfor...

Fall Gala Join us for our annual Fall Gala - Winter Opera St. Louis' biggest fundraising event of the year! Enjoy an evening of entertainment at Old Warson Country Club, featuring a cocktail hour, gourmet dinner, wine, and entertainment by Winter Opera artists. Both Silent and Live Auctions will be available. This event is sponsored by Lu Barnes and Nancy Pillsbury. $150 ticket includes cocktails, dinner, wine, and entertainment by Winter Opera top artists. All proceeds will benefit the arti...