Highlands Opera Studio

L'Elisir d'Amore (The Elixir of Love) by Gaetano Donizetti - Aug 26
2023-08-26 19:30 - 22:15 (America/Toronto) | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
One of the best loved – and most-regularly performed – of all Donizetti’s operas, this two-act romantic comedy follows the fortunes of poor villager Nemorino who is in love with wealthy, beautiful heiress Adina. A hilarious sit-com for all ages, love wins in the end.
Operas: $37.50
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5659008

SEASON PASSES:
VIP Pass – $200
Includes all live season performances & activities
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5659072

Regular Pass – $90
Includes 1 ticket to each opera program (ie. 1 ticket for a performance of ‘Mishaabooz’s Realm’ & 1 ticket to a performance of ‘L’Elisir d’Amore’) + 1 concert of your choice + unlimited attendance at Masterclasses
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5659053

Youth Pass – $25 (for ages 13-30; proof of age required at time of purchase)
Includes 1 ticket to an opera performance of your choice + 1 ticket to a concert of your choice + unlimited attendance at Masterclasses
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5659075

L'Elisir d'Amore (The Elixir of Love) by Gaetano Donizetti - Aug 27
2023-08-27 14:00 - 16:45 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada

L'Elisir d'Amore (The Elixir of Love) by Gaetano Donizetti - Aug 28
2023-08-28 19:30 - 22:15 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada

Richard Margison Masterclass #1
2024-07-25 19:30 - 21:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Hear the 2024 HOS professional singers sing for our Artistic Director & Master Voice Teacher, Richard Margison, O.C. and listen in on what makes great singing even better!
Masterclasses: $10
Ticket link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183428

Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
Holiday promo prices are in effect until January 13th, 2024
VIP Season Pass – VALUED AT $525, NOW ONLY $185
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – VALUED AT $185, NOW ONLY $95
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – VALUED AT $115, NOW ONLY $20
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
PRICES AFTER JANUARY 13th, 2024:
VIP Pass: $225
Season Pass: $125
Youth Pass: $30
All concerts: $32.50
All operas: $37.50

Richard Margison Masterclass #2
2024-07-26 19:30 - 21:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada

Richard Margison Masterclass #3
2024-07-27 19:30 - 21:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada

Why Choose Opera?
2024-07-29 19:30 - 20:45 | Abbey Gardens, 1012 Garden Gate Drive, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Pay-What-You-Can Community Event!
Hear the 2023 participants sing their personal favourite music – other than opera – and talk about what brought them to opera.
Community events: Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183459
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183

Holiday promo prices are in effect until January 13th, 2024
VIP Season Pass – VALUED AT $525, NOW ONLY $185
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – VALUED AT $185, NOW ONLY $95
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – VALUED AT $115, NOW ONLY $20
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
PRICES AFTER JANUARY 13th, 2024:
VIP Pass: $225
Season Pass: $125
Youth Pass: $30
All concerts: $32.50
All operas: $37.50

From Opera to Broadway
2024-08-01 19:30 - 21:30 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Favourite solos and ensembles from opera and musical theatre!
Concerts: $25.00 (Holiday promo price in effect until Jan 13th, 2024)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183437
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
Holiday promo prices are in effect until January 13th, 2024
VIP Season Pass – VALUED AT $525, NOW ONLY $185
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – VALUED AT $185, NOW ONLY $95
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – VALUED AT $115, NOW ONLY $20
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
PRICES AFTER JANUARY 13th, 2024:
VIP Pass: $225
Season Pass: $125
Youth Pass: $30
All concerts: $32.50
All operas: $37.50

Pop Goes the Opera!
2024-08-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Abbey Gardens, 1012 Garden Gate Drive, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Great operatic selections presented by the 2024 participants of Highlands Opera Studio.
Concerts: $25.00 (Holiday promo price in effect until Jan 13th, 2024)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183456
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
Holiday promo prices are in effect until January 13th, 2024
VIP Season Pass – VALUED AT $525, NOW ONLY $185
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – VALUED AT $185, NOW ONLY $95
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – VALUED AT $115, NOW ONLY $20
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
PRICES AFTER JANUARY 13th, 2024:
VIP Pass: $225
Season Pass: $125
Youth Pass: $30
All concerts: $32.50
All operas: $37.50

Music on the Water
2024-08-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Mountain Lake, Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden Hills, Ontario, K0M 2K0, Canada
Pay-What-You-Can Community Event
Boat on over to Fairfield Bay on Mountain Lake in Minden for a beach concert of opera, musical theatre, and pop music!
(WEATHER PERMITTING / WATER ACCESS ONLY)
Community events: Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183453

Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
Holiday promo prices are in effect until January 13th, 2024
VIP Season Pass – VALUED AT $525, NOW ONLY $185
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – VALUED AT $185, NOW ONLY $95
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – VALUED AT $115, NOW ONLY $20
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
PRICES AFTER JANUARY 13th, 2024:
VIP Pass: $225
Season Pass: $125
Youth Pass: $30
All concerts: $32.50
All operas: $37.50

Casual Song Soirée
2024-08-12 19:30 - 22:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
A relaxed evening of favourite music chosen by the 2024 professional program participants.
Concerts: $25.00 (Holiday promo price in effect until Jan 13th, 2024)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183440
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
Holiday promo prices are in effect until January 13th, 2024
VIP Season Pass – VALUED AT $525, NOW ONLY $185
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – VALUED AT $185, NOW ONLY $95
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – VALUED AT $115, NOW ONLY $20
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
PRICES AFTER JANUARY 13th, 2024:
VIP Pass: $225
Season Pass: $125
Youth Pass: $30
All concerts: $32.50
All operas: $37.50

Mishaabooz’s Realm - Aug 15th
2024-08-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Experience this powerful & moving work COMMISSIONED by HOS in 2017 and WRITTEN in HALIBURTON COUNTY! Combining opera with First Nation singers and instrumentalists, created for HOS by Cree First Nation composer, Andrew Balfour, Mishaaboozs Realm takes us on a journey through Creation, Colonization, and ultimately Hope for the Future.
Ka’nasohon Kevin Deer, the Mohawk Elder Advisor for Mishaabooz’s Realm and cast member, will be offering a pre-performance chat, ‘Teachings from the Mohawk Longhouse’ on both performance evenings. These will be 30 minutes in length and will start at 6:45pm on the 15th & 17th.
There is also a post-performance discussion/Q&A including cast & creative team of Mishaabooz’s Realm that will take place onstage in the theatre immediately after the performances.
Operas: $37.50
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183471
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
VIP Season Pass – $225
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – $125
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – $30
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses

Celebrating Pop to Opera!
2024-08-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Featuring internationally acclaimed artists, Nils Wanderer, Counter-tenor (Germany), Lauren Margison, Soprano (Canada), and Jennifer Szeto, piano (Canada) performing their favourite music across all genres! Not to be missed!! Please give generously and support our professional artists.
Tickets to this special concert are by donation!
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
VIP Season Pass – $225
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – $125
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – $30
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses

Mishaabooz’s Realm - Aug 17th
2024-08-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada

Homecoming: HOS Alumni in Concert
2024-08-19 19:30 - 22:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
A concert of opera and musical theatre excerpts featuring past participants of Highlands Opera Studio.
Concerts: $32.50
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183442
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
VIP Season Pass – $225
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – $125
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – $30
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses

Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) - Aug 22nd
2024-08-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
From Bugs Bunny cartoons to movie soundtracks, Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) is one of the worlds most popular and recognizable Italian comic operas.
A Spanish nobleman, Count Almaviva, is in love with the beautiful and rich Rosina. However, she is the ward of the old, conniving, and extremely protective Doctor Bartolo, who wishes to marry the girl himself in order to get his hands on her money. Almaviva, unable to reach Rosina, turns to the wily Barber, Figaro, for help. Join us for the hilarious antics that follow!
(In Italian with English Surtitles; approximately 3 hours with one intermission; first performed February 20, 1816, Teatro Argentina, Rome)
Operas: $37.50
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6185704
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6183183
VIP Season Pass – $225
Attend all 17 or as many 2024 season events as you like + invitation to exclusive Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) opening night reception, August 22nd + other exclusive VIP events/privileges TBA
Regular Season Pass – $125
2 Concerts & 2 operas of your choice + all 3 Masterclasses
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) – $30
1 Concert & 1 Opera if your choice + all 3 Masterclasses

Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) - Aug 24th
2024-08-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada

Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) - Aug 25th (Matinee)
2024-08-25 14:00 - 16:30 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada

Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) - Aug 26th
2024-08-26 19:30 - 22:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada

FUNDRAISER: Christine Goerke & HOS Alums In Concert
2025-02-09 14:30 - 17:00 | St. Lawrence Centre – Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front St. East, Toronto, Ontario, M5E 1B4, Canada
Vanda Treiser with HOS General & Co-Artistic Director, Valerie KuinkaImage Credit: Brenden Friesen
Christine Goerke, sopranoImage Credit: Arielle Doneson
Through the enormous generosity of Highlands Opera Theatre Board Member, VANDA TREISER, fundraising event sponsor and ongoing lead donor, we are extremely excited to present internationally renowned American superstar soprano CHRISTINE GOERKE IN CONCERT along with Highlands Opera Studio Alums in support of Highlands Opera Studio 2025. Mark your calendars and plan your travel because this will be an event not to be missed!! Read about Christine Goerke here.
Ms. GOERKE’S ONLY 2025 CANADIAN PERFORMANCE!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW! CLICK/TAP HERE TO GET YOURS!
TICKETS PRICES:

• $255 – Concert + VIP post-performance reception w/performers (+$150 tax receipt)
• $110 – Concert only (+$50 tax receipt)
• $55 – Students & Industry Professionals (Proof of status required – no tax receipt)

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Richard Margison Masterclass
2025-07-29 19:30 - 21:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Hear the 2025 HOS professional singers sing for our Artistic Director & Master Voice Teacher, Richard Margison, O.C. and listen in on what makes great singing even better!
Masterclasses: $15
Ticket link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506163
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

From Opera to Broadway
2025-07-31 19:30 - 21:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Favourite solos and ensembles from opera and musical theatre!
Concerts: $32.50
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506053
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

Why Choose Opera?
2025-08-05 19:30 - 20:45 | Abbey Gardens, 1012 Garden Gate Drive, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Pay-What-You-Can Community Event!
Hear the 2025 participants sing their personal favourite music – other than opera – and talk about what brought them to opera. Dawn Martens, MC.
Location: Abbey Gardens Performance Tent
Community events: Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506066
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

Pop Goes the Opera!
2025-08-07 19:30 - 21:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Great operatic selections presented by the 2025 participants of Highlands Opera Studio.
Concerts: $32.50
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506695
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

'Let’s Make Opera!' Workshop Performances
2025-08-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Pay-What-You-Can Community Event!
Be the first to hear the 4 NEW OPERAS based on stories from Haliburton County, composed and performed by artists of Haliburton County! SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY MEMBERS in this creative project! One performance only!
Location: Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion
Community events: Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506971
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

Casual Song Soirée
2025-08-12 19:30 - 20:45 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Pay-What-You-Can Community Event!
A relaxed evening of favourite music chosen by the 2025 professional program participants.
Community events: Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506975
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

Love & Betrayal
2025-08-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Stories that resonate across time to share deeply human experiences.
1. LA VOIX HUMAINE – Francis Poulenc
This dramatic 40 minute one act opera consists of a woman’s last phone conversation with her lover, who now loves someone else. Featuring tenor PATRICIA YATES. (In French w/English Surtitles)
2. Various short scenes from the operatic repertoire exploring themes of love and betrayal. Featuring Artists of the 2025 HOS Independent Study division. Casting and program details coming soon.
Operas: $37.50
Ticket Link: https://https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506977
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

Music on the Water
2025-08-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Mountain Lake, Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden Hills, Ontario, K0M 2K0, Canada
Pay-What-You-Can Community Event!
Boat on over to Fairfield Bay on Mountain Lake in Minden for a beach concert of opera, musical theatre, and pop music!
(WEATHER PERMITTING / WATER ACCESS ONLY)
Community events: Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC)
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506980
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

Homecoming: HOS Alumni in Concert
2025-08-18 19:30 - 21:00 | St. George’s Anglican Church, 617 Mountain Street, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
A concert of opera and musical theatre excerpts featuring past participants of Highlands Opera Studio.
Concerts: $32.50
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506981
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).

The Merry Widow - Aug 21st
2025-08-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion, 5358 Haliburton County Rd. 21, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Opera by Franz Lehar
This beloved and hilarious operetta follows the twists and turns of love and money as the wealthy widow, Hanna Glawari, is pursued by a multitude of suitors interested in her fortune but true love wins out. Four performances presented in English. Don’t miss this jewel of the 2025 summer performance season!
Operas: $37.50
Ticket Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6506682
Season Passes link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6508412
VIP SEASON Pass (3 concerts + 5 operas + 1 Masterclass) $140
Regular Season Pass (2 concerts + 2 operas + 1 Masterclass) $90
Youth/Young Adult Season Pass (ages 13-30) (1 Concert + 1 Opera + 1 Masterclass) $20
EVENTS:
Masterclass – $15

JUL 29 @ 7:30 pm Richard Margison (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Concerts – $32.50

JULY 31 @ 7:30 pm “Opera to Broadway” (St George’s Anglican, Halliburton)
AUG 7 @ 7:30 pm “Pop Goes the Opera!” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 18 @ 7:30 pm “Homecoming” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)

Operas – $37.50

AUG 14 @ 7:30 pm “Love & Betrayal” (NLPAP)
AUG 21 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 23 @ 7:30 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 24 @ 2:00 pm “The Merry Widow” by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)
AUG 25 @ 7:30 pm The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár (NLPAP)

Community PWYC events (by donation):

AUG 5 @ 7:30 pm ‘Why Choose Opera?’ (Abbey Gardens Performance Tent)
AUG 9 @ 7:30 pm “Lets Make Opera!” Workshop (NLPAP)
AUG 12 @ 7:30 pm “Casual Song Soirée” (St George’s Anglican, Haliburton)
AUG 16 @ 6:00 pm “Music on the Water” (Fairfield Bay, Mountain Lake, Minden) (WATER ACCESS ONLY).
