October 20 - November 1, 2024
FLO Artists Jess Moss, Conor Brereton, Kaswanna Kanyinda, Steven Groth and Pianist Dane Noble- Rosema performed John Davies' adaptation of The Billy Goats Gruff at ten Rochester area schools.
Finger Lakes Opera is proud to be a part of the Rochester and Finger Lakes regions. In an effort to give back to the community that has given us so much, FLO is committed to presenting community engagement programming for all ages, from elementary schoolers to residents at local retirement communities.
The majority of FLO Out & About events are private events at various community centers. If you are interested in scheduling an event with your organization, please fill out our Community Engagement Request Form
Join Finger Lakes Opera alumni and community members for a lunchtime concert.
Join the 2023 Young Artists to celebrate the launch of a brand new beer at this special happy hour event! Thanks to Heroes Brewing Company, a portion of proceeds from each pack of beer purchased will support Finger Lakes Opera directly.
Finger Lakes Opera artists will perform family-friendly opera and broadway tunes at the Corn Hill Arts Festival.
Hosted by drag queen Aggy Dune and comedian Madelein Smith, FLO loved being a part of this Valentine's themed variety show featuring Holden Turner, Érico Bezerra, and Starletta Noll-Long (2019 YA).
Partnering with the Days of Life Foundation, Finger Lakes Opera presented a free Christmas Concert featuring baritone Holden Turner and pianist Érico Bezerra singing holiday favorites!
FLO Young Artists performed a familiar tale with a musical twist! Adapted by John Davies, Pinocchio features music by Mozart, Offenbach, Donizetti, Sullivan, Pergolesi, and Verdi. This performance was directed by Emily Cuk and featured Erika Vasallo (2022 YA), Matthew Campisi (2020 YA), Starletta Noll-Long (2019 YA), Anders Namestnik (2019 YA), and Robert Riordan (2020-2021 YA).
Presented with support from the Joseph Avenue Arts & Culture Alliance, and featuring soprano Starletta Noll-Long (2019 YA) and pianist Érico Bezzera, this Spooky Celebration showcased fantastical and sometimes spooky songs. Audience members were encouraged to dress up in costumes!
Finger Lakes Opera was pleased to be a part of Brockport's Winter Serenades in 2022. Jordan Bachmann (2018 YA), Starletta Noll-Long (2019 YA), and pianist Kevin Nitsch presented a recital of popular arias and show tunes.