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Due to inclement weather and unsafe road conditions, the Santa Fe Opera offices are closed for today, November 7, 2024. Tonight’s screening at the Lensic Performing Arts Center of An American Vision: The Santa Fe Opera is canceled.

SFO Elixir of Love Illustration copyright Benedetto Cristofani

Opera in the Park

September 15, 2024
 

FREE screening of The Elixir of Love!

Bring a picnic and enjoy the show!

Nemorino, a not-so-clever mechanic, has fallen for Adina, a schoolteacher. He desires her attention but doesn’t feel worthy. Fortunately, he meets Dr. Dulcamara (most certainly a quack) who sells him a “magic elixir” that can make his dreams come true.

When:
Sunday, September 15
Where:
The Railyard Park, 740 Cerrillos Rd,
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Seating Options:
4 PM
Special Performance By:
The Oak Canyon Dancers from the Pueblo of Jemez at 4:30 PM
Performance Begins:
4:50 PM
Run Time:
Approximately 2 hours

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a ticket?
No registration or ticket is required! The Opera in the Park event is free to everyone. We encourage anyone who is feeling unwell not to attend a performance.

How early can I arrive?
Seating opens on the lawn at 4 PM and is first-come, first-served.

Weather

Opera in the Park will proceed rain or shine. However, under adverse weather conditions such as (but not limited to): lightning, high wind, or torrential rain or hail, we may cancel the event, if necessary.

Bathrooms

Facilities are available on site.

Sight & Sound
One LED wall (17′ x 10′ 3.9mm resolution video trailer system) will provide attendees with a state-of-the-art viewing experience, while sound will be broadcast via outdoor speakers.

Subtitles
English and Spanish subtitle translations will be provided.

Parking

FREE parking is available on site.

Directions

The Railyard Santa Fe is located at (740 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505) which is on the corner of Cerrillos Rd and Paseo De Peralta.

What Should I Bring?

Guests are encouraged to bring their own portable seats, blankets and lawn chairs.

Food & Beverage

We encourage guests to bring a picnic and beverages.

If you plan to bring your own picnic, please plan accordingly:

• Bring water for yourself and your pet
• Bring a blanket or cloth camping chair
• No glass containers of any kind
• No alcohol is permitted at the event
• Plastic utensils only – metal forks and knives are not allowed on site
• Coolers are permitted
• No large umbrellas; small folding umbrellas only
• No tables or tents
• No open flames

Pets

Pets are allowed but must be on a leash and under control at all times.

Are the screenings suitable for children?
The opera is suitable for families; however, we urge caution bringing young children. For more information or to discuss the suitability of these productions for members of your family, please contact Anna Garcia at agarcia@santafeopera.org.

Contact Information

For questions about the venue or event, please contact Anna Garcia at agarcia@santafeopera.org.


The Santa Fe Opera wishes to acknowledge Opera in the Park sponsors Exxon Mobil Corporation, Santa Fe Railyard Community Corporation, City of Santa Fe and the Hankins Foundation. Jesse Fisher directs the performance recordings with support from assistant director Nathan Troup; Kabby Sound Studios provides the sound engineering. Artist appearances are made possible through the American Guild of Musical Artists, AFL-CIO and the American Federation of Musicians, Local 618.

Principal Education Sponsor

Opera in the Park is made possible by the generous support of:

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