Black Community Leaders’ Night Out

Minnesota Opera invites you to a 
Black Community Leaders’ Night Out at 6:30PM on Thursday, May 14 
for Leoncavallo’s masterpiece Pagliacci.  

Gather for an evening of stunning music, wine, and community at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.  Whether you’re an opera lover or just “opera curious,” this will be a unique night out to experience Minnesota Opera, learn more about the history of Black musicians in opera, connect with fellow community leaders, and to let us know about your overall experience with us.  

The first invitees to register using the code PAGBCLNO will receive a free ticket! Once 30 free tickets are claimed, participants can still enjoy $20 tickets by using the same code. Each ticket includes a catered pre-show gathering that includes a drink voucher, hosted by Minnesota Public Radio’s Leila Keita. Additionally, after the show there will be a private Meet and Greet and Q&A with the stars of Pagliacci, including soprano Amanda Batista, tenor Won Whi Choi, baritone Reginald Smith Jr., and conductor Christopher Franklin. Invitees will be encouraged to complete a brief survey afterwards about their experience.  

Please Note:
This offer is valid in zones C-E. Discounts will apply after a seat has been added to the cart. In the event you experience any issue applying your discount code to purchase tickets, please contact Patron Services at 612-333-6669 or by email for assistance before placing your order. We will be happy to help! 

If you have already purchased tickets to Pagliacci and would like to attend this event, please contact Patron Services at 612-333-6669 or [email protected] to let us know you will be attending Black Community Leaders’ Night Out and exchange your performance date if necessary.  

Details

WHEN

Thursday, May 14 at 6:30pm

WHERE

The pre-show reception will take place in the Securian Sky Lobby on the third floor near the Concert Hall.

The post-show Q&A will take place backstage in the Drake Room. To access the Drake Room from the Music Theater Lobby, proceed to the second floor behind the main staircase.    

Timeline

6:30pm
Pre-show reception in the Securian Sky Lobby
Pagliacci Opera Insights lecture in the Target Atrium (Optional) 

7:30pm
Pagliacci performance in the Ordway Music Theater 

9:45pm
Q&A with the Artists in the Drake Room 

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