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Sarasota Opera

61 North Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
941-366-8450
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The Sarasota Opera House
Inside the historic theater
The Opera House Grand Atrium
The Sarasota Opera House
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Ranked #3 of 62 attractions in Sarasota
5.0 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Type: Operas
Owner description: Sarasota Opera continues to distinguish itself as one of the opera opera companies in the world. Season after season, Sarasota Opera presents...... more » Owner description: Sarasota Opera continues to distinguish itself as one of the opera opera companies in the world. Season after season, Sarasota Opera presents world-class musicians and performances in the striking 1,119 seat Mediterranean style Sarasota Opera house. The fall season consists of one opera performed in October-November followed by the four opera Winter Opera Festival that runs all of February and March. Each season brings a mixture of classic favorites and rarely heard gems. All performances have simultaneous English translations above the stage and opera goers are encouraged to dress as they feel comfortable: suits and ties mix with khaki and jeans. Tickets start at only $19!! Come and experience the magic that is Sarasota Opera! « less
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“OUTSTANDING”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

There are no negatives to this company. they are outstanding in all that they do our Director is perfection and indeed worthy of the title MAESTRO. The opera house is a jewel.rATED AMONG THE BEST OF ITS SIZE. More

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14 reviews 14 reviews
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“Terrific, Full-Length Carmen”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Excellent performance, first time I have seen Carmen full-length, and the courtyard for intermission is the most charming I have experienced at any theater. More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
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“Amazing productions”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

What an incredable asset to our Sarasota cultural scene. Only complaint is that far too big a portion of the season is often devoted to obscure works. That may make the Sarasota Opera the darling of the opera world, but it does not do much for ordinary opera lovers More

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Sarasota, FL USA
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Very Good .. but ...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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The opera itself is usually well done, and the voices are good. But the theater itself id extremely uncomfortable. Too many rows of seats crammed into too small a space. No leg room. No room to pass. If I can't get aisle seats or a box, I pass on the opera altogether. More

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37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
“Great place and a wonderful building”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

A real surprise for visitors to Florida.We saw a movie last night as part of the Sarasota Film Festival The Show Myst Go On and it was special. More

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“Winter Season at the Sarasota Opera”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

I recently went to the Sarasota Opera for the first time in March 2012 and saw all four operas during the course of 3 days! Lucia di Lammermoor, Otello, Carmen and Vanessa , a wonderful experience to see in the beautiful theatre. There is not a bad seat in the house, comfortable seating and gorgeous surroundings. I am from Canada... More

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24 reviews 24 reviews
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“WOW!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

What an impressive opera house! It has it all, even an elevator! The performance was just average however...:( More

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“Carmen was amazing.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

I can think of very few cities as small as Sarasota that has art as big as NY... the opera house is gorgeous and acoustically wonderful. Great talents. More

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Sarasota, Florida, United States
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Nice size opera.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Nice seats, good view of he orchestra, good program. More

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“An Historic Gem and Good Opera”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

Attending an opera at the Sarasota Opera House is always a pleasure as you take in the historic theater. Each opera season brings a number of classics from opera's greatest composers, as well as a few contemporary productions to choose from. More

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