The Sarasota Opera Guild has various events throughout the year to build a sense of community among our opera lovers. Some are meant to encourage financial support for Sarasota Opera, some are educational and fun presentations, and some are social gatherings. Our newsletter, flyers, the Sarasota Opera and this website all provide details about this season’s schedule.
Our meetings are open to everyone. You are encouraged to bring your friends.
Prologues
Our Prologues, presented by knowledgeable and engaging speakers supported by audio and visual clips, are a great way to learn about unfamiliar operas, or reacquaint yourself with a familiar opera. The Jan 5 and Jan 12 Prologues will be held at the Opera House at 5 p.m. On January 20th and January 26th, the Prologues will be held at the Church of the Redeemer, 222 S Palm Ave, Sarasota at 5 p.m.
$25 includes a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception following the program.
La boheme Jan. 5, 2026 5 p.m. Opera House-Kamlet Library
The Merry Widow Jan. 12, 2026 5 p.m. Opera House-Kamlet Library
Il trovatore Jan. 20, 2026 5 p.m. Church of the Redeemer
Susannah Jan. 26, 2026 5 p.m. Church of the Redeemer
Click above for mail-in registration
The Universal Language of Music
Feb 5, 2026 5PM Church of the Redeemer
Featuring a presentation by Dr. Craig Wright, Professor and Chairman Emeritus of the Yale Music Department.
The topic will be: “Listening to Music – Why we like what we like.” A discussion of why we respond emotionally to different types of music in certain ways with emphasis on classical compositions and arias.
The lecture will be flanked by an international buffet dinner with a menu specially curated by noted food author May Bsisu, and Rosanne Martorella. Globally acclaimed artist Dr. Susie Sharpe (image at left used with permission) will exhibit a collection of her music-themed paintings.