Lyric Opera of Kansas City 39.091946° N -94.574585° W

Description

Founded in 1958, Lyric Opera of Kansas City is one of the nation's premier regional opera companies. Our mission is to make Lyric Opera of Kansas City indispensable to the public through transformational opera experiences and broad service which captures the hearts and minds of our diverse communities.

Info

1725 Holmes Street
Kansas City, MO 64108

(816) 471-7344

education@kcopera.org

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Subjects
Social Studies, Music, Choral Music, Poetry, Writing, Arts, Theater, Dance, Instrumental Music, Visual Arts
Activities
School Based Program, Field Trip
Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 5, Postsecondary, 1, 2, 3, 4, K
Cost
Accommodations

Learning Experiences

Field Trip

School Based Program

The Haberdasher Prince (Sep - Oct 2024)

This elementary school touring opera tells the story of a very musical king and his not-very-musical son. Everyone pretends to enjoy the prince’s terrible concerts, but a bold village girl refuses to play along. The prince and his new friend devise an arrangement showcasing their true talents.
Balancing life lessons with creative play, this opera supports social-emotional learning curriculum standards. Professional development, curricular resources, and activity books are included in the experience.

Subjects Covered

arts, music, theater

Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, k
Capacity
500 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
60 min.
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Narrative Storytelling Workshop (February 2025)

With a celebration of diverse cultures as its centerpiece, this interactive workshop and recital weaves together poetry and music on a journey to discover the beauty of familial heritage. Students will enjoy performances from our Resident Artists and write their own poems in an expression of storytelling and self-discovery.

Subjects Covered

social studies, music, choral music, poetry, writing

Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Capacity
30 stu., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
60 min.
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Lyric Opera Prelude: The Barber of Seville (Oct - Nov 2024)

A Lyric Opera Prelude designed especially for your class in alignment with curricular goals can be scheduled prior to the dress rehearsal. Deliverable in-person at your school or virtually, these sessions are facilitated by Lyric Opera education staff and and artists. Lyric Opera Preludes are crafted to orient students to the world of opera and invite consideration of how opera can open their world.

Subjects Covered

arts, music, theater, dance, instrumental music, visual arts

Grades
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, postsecondary
Capacity
100 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
60 min.
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Lyric Opera Prelude: Cruzar la Cara de la Luna (Feb - March 2025)

A Lyric Opera Prelude designed especially for your class in alignment with curricular goals can be scheduled prior to the dress rehearsal. Deliverable in-person at your school or virtually, these sessions are facilitated by Lyric Opera education staff and and artists. Lyric Opera Preludes are crafted to orient students to the world of opera and invite consideration of how opera can open their world.

Subjects Covered

arts, music, theater, dance, instrumental music, visual arts

Grades
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, postsecondary
Capacity
100 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
60 min.
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Lyric Opera Prelude: Turandot (April 2025)

A Lyric Opera Prelude designed especially for your class in alignment with curricular goals can be scheduled prior to the dress rehearsal. Deliverable in-person at your school or virtually, these sessions are facilitated by Lyric Opera education staff and and artists. Lyric Opera Preludes are crafted to orient students to the world of opera and invite consideration of how opera can open their world.

Subjects Covered

arts, music, theater, dance, instrumental music, visual arts

Grades
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, postsecondary
Capacity
100 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
60 min.
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