Indianapolis Opera facts for kids
| Formation | 1975 |
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| Type | Theatre group |
| Purpose | Opera |
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Artistic director(s)
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David Craig Starkey |
The Indianapolis Opera is a special group that performs operas in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is the only professional opera company in Indiana. This means they put on big, full shows each year. The company is currently led by David Craig Starkey, who is the General Director. You can find many old photos and materials from the Indianapolis Opera at the Indianapolis Public Library. These show past shows and educational programs.
A Look Back: Opera's History
The Indianapolis Opera started in 1975. Since then, they have put on many different opera shows. They have performed works by 32 different composers. These shows include both classic operas and newer ones. They also present a mix of funny and serious stories.
The Basile Opera Center
In 2008, a local business person named Bill Oesterle bought a building. This building used to be the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. He then let the Indianapolis Opera use it. The opera company uses this building for many things. They hold rehearsals there to practice their shows. They also have educational programs and smaller performances in the building. Since 2015, the opera has also put on shows at the Schrott Center for the Arts. This center is located at Butler University.
Learning About Opera: Outreach Programs
The Indianapolis Opera has special programs to teach people about opera. The Indianapolis Opera Ensemble travels around Indiana. They also visit Michigan, Illinois, and Kentucky. This program helps about 30,000 children and adults learn about opera every year.
Other programs include the Resident Artist program. There is also "Opera's Rising Stars," which they do with the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. The opera also holds fun events to raise money. These events help support the opera and its educational programs.
