Opera Louisiane

Opera Louisiane Opéra Louisiane is the Capital City's Opera Company! We produce opera of the highest caliber.

Our mission is to present high quality, professional operatic performances showcasing internationally acclaimed talent in the hopes of culturally enriching our community, educating our school children, and providing professional performance opportunities for Louisiana artists.

Saturdays make us feel like dancing! Photos by Cathy Smart
03/08/2025

Saturdays make us feel like dancing!

Photos by Cathy Smart

There are just four hours left until the ticket deadline for Friday's Lucas Meachem concert!Lock in your tickets before ...
03/05/2025

There are just four hours left until the ticket deadline for Friday's Lucas Meachem concert!

Lock in your tickets before they're gone:
https://www.operalouisiane.com/

🎶 March 7
💛 City Club of Baton Rouge
🎶 Doors open at 6:00 PM
💛 Dinner at 7:00 PM
🎶 Concert to follow

Hailed as a ”rock star of opera” (Opera Pulse), Lucas Meachem is one of today’s most sought-after baritones, captivating audiences at the Metropolitan Opera, Royal Opera House, and Teatro Real Madrid. Known for his commanding stage presence and masterful artistry, he brings to life iconic roles such as Don Giovanni, Figaro, and Germont, earning acclaim worldwide.

Accompanying him is the extraordinary Irina Meachem, a first-generation Romanian-American pianist celebrated for her refined artistry and sensitive musicality. Having performed at prestigious venues like the Kennedy Center and served as a sought-after vocal coach for opera companies across the country, she is a master of her craft.

​Seating is limited for this one-night-only event. Reserve your place now for an unforgettable night of elegance, music, and artistry.

Did the Opera Paparazzi snap your photo at Sing & Swing?Photographer Cathy Smart snapped all the action from the VIP red...
03/04/2025

Did the Opera Paparazzi snap your photo at Sing & Swing?

Photographer Cathy Smart snapped all the action from the VIP red carpet entrance to the final award show.

And thank you, Cathy, for volunteering your time and talents to support Opéra Louisiane!

Join Opèra Louisiane for an evening of world-class music with Grammy® Award-winning baritone and acclaimed pianist i...
02/25/2025

Join Opèra Louisiane for an evening of world-class music with Grammy® Award-winning baritone and acclaimed pianist in an intimate setting at the City Club of Baton Rouge.

Info, tickets: https://www.operalouisiane.com/

Hailed as a ”rock star of opera” (Opera Pulse), Lucas Meachem is one of today’s most sought-after baritones, captivating audiences at the Metropolitan Opera, Royal Opera House, and Teatro Real Madrid. Known for his commanding stage presence and masterful artistry, he brings to life iconic roles such as Don Giovanni, Figaro, and Germont, earning acclaim worldwide.

Accompanying him is the extraordinary Irina Meachem, a first-generation Romanian-American pianist celebrated for her refined artistry and sensitive musicality. Having performed at prestigious venues like the Kennedy Center and served as a sought-after vocal coach for opera companies across the country, she is a master of her craft.

Our Sing & Swing winner Bob Courtney truly brought the star power! His performance of Green Green Grass with the Rotaret...
02/24/2025

Our Sing & Swing winner Bob Courtney truly brought the star power! His performance of Green Green Grass with the Rotarettes was on another level.

Photos by Cathy Smart

You know Dickie Brennan as a restauranteur, but he showed us another side of himself as a singer at Sing & Swing!He was ...
02/23/2025

You know Dickie Brennan as a restauranteur, but he showed us another side of himself as a singer at Sing & Swing!

He was accompanied by world renowned opera singer Raymond Aceto.

Photos by Cathy Smart.

Guy Barone truly embodied Frank Sinatra for his Sing & Swing performance!Photos by Cathy Smart
02/22/2025

Guy Barone truly embodied Frank Sinatra for his Sing & Swing performance!

Photos by Cathy Smart

It may be freezing outside, but Reggi Marion's Sing & Swing performance of Summertime is keeping us warm!Photos by Cathy...
02/21/2025

It may be freezing outside, but Reggi Marion's Sing & Swing performance of Summertime is keeping us warm!

Photos by Cathy Smart



Reggi Marion

02/20/2025

We were so lucky to have Reggi perform at our Sing & Swing event! Take a listen.

02/14/2025

Local businessman and community volunteer Guy Barone is thrilled to
make a return to the stage as a Celebrity Performer at Sing & Swing.

With successful careers in Public Affairs at Dow, as CEO of a
manufacturing company, and now as COO of Melara Enterprises —
home to 225 Magazine, Business Report, InRegister Magazine, Launch Media
and the Leadership Academy—Guy is checking off another box on his
already impressive journey.

A former soloist and All-State choir member, Guy is happy to revisit his
musical roots. “I met my bride of 40 years singing in LSU’s Songfest.
That performance gave me five children and eight grandchildren— let’s
see what magic we can create for Opéra Louisiane!”

Vote for Guy and help support Opéra Louisiane as we celebrate talent,
community, and the joy of music!

Vote today: https://events.handbid.com/auctions/opera-louisianes-sing-and-swing-2025

#225

02/14/2025

Dickie Brennan, Owner and Managing Partner of Dickie Brennan & Co., is a trained chef and third generation New Orleans restaurateur of the renowned Brennan family. Growing up under the tutelage of esteemed Chef Paul Prudhomme, Chef Brennan helped the iconic Commander's Palace introduce the world to Cajun and Creole cooking.

Today, Dickie Brennan's restaurant group includes four restaurants located in New Orleans' picturesque French Quarter: The Palace Cafe, Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse, Bourbon House , and Tableau. They also own & operate Acorn Cafe (Located in New Orleans' City Park adjacent to the Louisiana Children's Museum), The Commissary Kitchen +Market in New Orleans' Garden District, and Pascal's Manale.

Vote for Chef Dickie Brennan! https://events.handbid.com/auctions/opera-louisianes-sing-and-swing-2025

02/14/2025

Morning show anchor for NBC 33 and Fox 44’s Louisiana First News BRProud / WGMB / WVLA, Reggi Marion has always been a devotee of the performing arts.

With a journalism degree from Tougaloo College and a masters from Florida A&M, Reggi feels blessed to be able to report on news and community events in the Baton Rouge area and is excited to be a Celebrity Performer at this year’s Sing & Swing!

Vote for Reggi Marion! https://events.handbid.com/auctions/opera-louisianes-sing-and-swing-2025

02/14/2025

Bob Courtney is a former television news director, anchor and producer with more than 30 years broadcast experience in the Baton Rouge market.

His journalistic work has won him the highest national honors including the coveted Peabody and Dupont-Columbia Awards.

He also served as Louisiana’s First Assistant Secretary of State for five year and was heavily involved in issues related to tourism and preservation during his tenure there.

A lifetime supporter of the arts and vocal performance, Bob is thrilled to be stepping up to the mic at Opéra Louisiane’s Sing & Swing!

Vote for Bob Courtney! https://events.handbid.com/auctions/opera-louisianes-sing-and-swing-2025

Address

529 Convention Street
Baton Rouge, LA
70802

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+12253772029

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Paul Groves: The Christmas Song
Paul Groves: The Christmas Song

Is Jack Frost nipping at your nose yet? 🎶❄️ Opéra Louisiane General Director Paul Groves treated us to this performance at Baton Rouge Opera Guild's Arias and Carols show over the weekend. We couldn't wait to share the clip with you here! #Opera #MeetOpera #ExploreBR #ExploreBatonRouge #LSUOpera Paul Groves Turner-Fischer Center for Opera Baton Rouge Opera Guild

Paul Groves sings Danny Boy #opera #operalouisiane #meetopera

Opera Louisiane Season 2024-25
Opera Louisiane Season 2024-25

🎶 Announcing Opera Louisiane’s 2024-2025 Season! 🎶 We’re thrilled to unveil our upcoming season, packed with captivating performances that celebrate the timeless beauty of opera. From the evocative melodies of Puccini to the heart-wrenching drama of Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci this season promises to be one for the books! 🌟 Watch our season announcement video below to get a sneak peek at what’s in store. ✨ Featured Operas✨ 1. Dreams of Love: A Puccini Celebration💕 - Experience the powerful and emotional music of Puccini, one of opera’s greatest composers, with arias and scenes that will sweep you off your feet. 2. Becoming Santa Claus🎅 - A magical winter tale in English that follows the journey of a young prince as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas and the spirit of giving. 3. Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci 🔪- Two intense stories of love, jealousy, and revenge, where emotions run high and the consequences are tragic, all wrapped up in passionate music. 🎨 Special thanks to Jennifer White for the stunning season artwork and video production that beautifully capture the essence of our 2024-2025 season. 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Visit our website https://www.operalouisiane.com/ to reserve your seats and join us for a season of unforgettable performances. #OperaLouisiane #BatonRougeEvents #OperaSeason #Puccini #CavalleriaRusticana #Pagliacci #SeasonAnnouncement #JenniferWhiteArt

A new Opéra Louisiane season is coming soon. 🎶 👀 Become an Opera Insider today: https://mailchi.mp/operalouisiane/join-our-newsletter #MeetOpera #Opera #OperaAmerica #OperaLouisiane #SupportTheArts

A new Opéra Louisiane season is coming soon. 😏 🎶 Become an Opera Insider today: https://mailchi.mp/operalouisiane/join-our-newsletter #MeetOpera #Opera #OperaAmerica #OperaLouisiane #SupportTheArts

How cool was this?! Opéra Louisiane General Director & CEO Kathryn Frady asked first time opera goers to raise their hand before the opening night of The Barber of Seville. Just check out all those hands in the air! #OperaForEveryone #Opera #MeetOpera #TheBarberOfSeville #ExploreBR #ExploreBatonRouge

Meet Calvin Carline, the 11-year-old returning to the Opéra Louisiane stage this weekend in The Christmas Spider! #MeetOpera #Opera #TheChristmasSpider

Meet Harper Andermann, the nine-year-old making her true stage debut in The Christmas Spider this weekend in Baton Rouge! #MeetOpera #Opera #ExploreBR #TheChristmasSpider

If you needed an explanation of The Christmas Spider's name in less than one minute, this is for you! Anyone else afraid of spiders like Zoya?? Join us Friday and Sunday at the Manship Theatre in downtown Baton Rouge! https://www.operalouisiane.com/tickets #MeetOpera #Opera #TheChristmasSpider #WorldPremiere #ExploreBr #ExploreBatonRouge

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