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Detroit Opera is the premier multi-disciplined producer and presenter for opera, musical theatre, and dance in the Great Lakes Region. Based in the city of Detroit, the organization engages artists of national and international stature for stellar main stage and outreach performances, and provides compelling cultural enrichment programs for the diverse audiences and communities that it serves, making it one of Detroit’s pillars of arts and culture.

"As 2026 marks the 250-year anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the opera reminds us that everyone has a sto...
05/28/2026

"As 2026 marks the 250-year anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the opera reminds us that everyone has a story, a life experience that varies vastly from everyone else’s. This is especially true across racial and cultural lines, and with our current fascist administration emboldening bigots, it feels like we are unable to reconcile (or hell, even acknowledge) these differences."

Read Randiah Camille Green's full piece at metrotimes.com/arts/apartment-house-1776-is-pure-chaos-thats-somehow-beautiful/?ref=midbrow.org

A Gospel Holiday Celebration: A Night of InspirationClose out your season with a joyful, Detroit-made celebration of the...
05/28/2026

A Gospel Holiday Celebration: A Night of Inspiration

Close out your season with a joyful, Detroit-made celebration of the music that moves the spirit. In collaboration with Chew Entertainment and featuring powerhouse headliners including Kim Burrell, The Clark Sisters, and Donald Lawrence, conductor Ray Chew leads the Detroit Opera Orchestra and local gospel choirs onstage. This one-night event brings together sacred classics and popular favorites in a night of community, energy, and praise.

SAT | DEC 19 | 8:00PM

Public ticket sales begin Friday, May 29.

Renee Elise Goldsberry’s ChristmasSpend the holidays with one of Broadway’s brightest stars. Metro Detroit native Renée ...
05/28/2026

Renee Elise Goldsberry’s Christmas

Spend the holidays with one of Broadway’s brightest stars. Metro Detroit native Renée Elise Goldsberry, a Tony and Grammy Award-winning performer and the original Angelica Schuyler in Broadway’s Hamilton, brings her powerhouse vocals and unmistakable charm to an evening of classic holiday favorites and seasonal surprises.

FRI | DEC 18 | 7:30PM

Public ticket sales begin Friday, May 29.

A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live at the Opera House Gather the whole family for a holiday favorite that never goes out of...
05/28/2026

A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live at the Opera House

Gather the whole family for a holiday favorite that never goes out of style. Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy, and the entire Peanuts gang come to life with live performers, an animated backdrop featuring imagery from the beloved TV special, and Vince Guaraldi’s timeless music performed live by the Detroit Opera Orchestra.

A gift for every generation—sweet, funny, and wonderfully nostalgic. Make it part of your season.

SUN | DEC 13 | 3:00PM

Public ticket sales begin Friday, May 29.

The Holiday film with the Detroit Opera OrchestraFall in love with The Holiday all over again, on the big screen with th...
05/28/2026

The Holiday film with the Detroit Opera Orchestra

Fall in love with The Holiday all over again, on the big screen with the Detroit Opera Orchestra performing the score live. Two women, two countries, one Christmas getaway: Amanda (Cameron Diaz) and Iris (Kate Winslet) swap homes to escape heartbreak and find unexpected connection, featuring Jude Law and Jack Black. Enjoy the ultimate holiday night out with a cozy, funny, and full of heart film and music.

SAT | DEC 12 | 7:30pm

Public ticket sales begin Friday, May 29.

The Nutcracker with Grand Rapids Ballet and the Detroit Opera OrchestraMake it a holiday tradition! Follow Clara and her...
05/28/2026

The Nutcracker with Grand Rapids Ballet and the Detroit Opera Orchestra

Make it a holiday tradition! Follow Clara and her Nutcracker Prince from a glittering party to a thrilling battle with mischievous mice and the dazzling Land of Sweets. With choreography by Val Caniparoli, storybook sets by Grand Rapids’ Chris Van Allsburg (The Polar Express) and Tony Award-winner Eugene Lee, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live by the Detroit Opera Orchestra, this is pure seasonal magic for all ages.

SAT | NOV 28 | 2:30pm | 7:30pm
SUN | NOV 29 | 2:30pm

Public ticket sales begin Friday, May 29.

We’re grateful to Erica Hobbs for her reflections on Apartment House 1776 at Cranbrook Art Museum.This performance serie...
05/28/2026

We’re grateful to Erica Hobbs for her reflections on Apartment House 1776 at Cranbrook Art Museum.

This performance series asked a big question: what does America sound like when its many voices are heard together? Thank you to everyone who joined us for this singular evening of music, memory, and experimentation.

Read the full review at midbrow.org/what-does-it-mean-to-be-american

The Detroit Opera family mourns the loss of Herman Frankel. Herman served as a Director and Trustee of Detroit Opera fro...
05/27/2026

The Detroit Opera family mourns the loss of Herman Frankel.

Herman served as a Director and Trustee of Detroit Opera from 1995 until 2020, when he was named Director Emeritus. He leaves an important legacy at this company, including serving as the driving force behind the Opera House Parking Center, which has long been a vital resource for Detroit Opera. We remain deeply grateful for Herman’s many years of service and for all he did to help strengthen and advocate for this institution. We send our best wishes to his wife, Sharon, to his children, Mark and Laurie, and to Sharon’s children, Garrett, Mitchell, and Brian.

A night at the Detroit Opera House, Gucci Mane style.From the stage to the seats, last week brought a whole different ki...
05/27/2026

A night at the Detroit Opera House, Gucci Mane style.

From the stage to the seats, last week brought a whole different kind of opera house energy to Broadway Street. Thanks to everyone who came out and brought the energy!

📷: Austin T. Richey

Detroit Opera House Presents: “Hallelujah, it’s the holidays!”Celebrate the season in the heart of downtown Detroit with...
05/27/2026

Detroit Opera House Presents: “Hallelujah, it’s the holidays!”

Celebrate the season in the heart of downtown Detroit with unforgettable nights of ballet, film, Broadway brilliance, and soul-stirring gospel on the iconic Detroit Opera House stage.

More festive announcements are on the way soon — stay tuned, because the holidays are just getting started.

05/26/2026

Warm weather now. Winter magic later!

Get ready for the holidays at the Detroit Opera House. It’s never too early to prepare for music, memories, and holiday cheer with your loved ones.

Details coming tomorrow at detroitoperahouse.org!

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