Opera that brings artists and communities together.
For more than 50 years, Cimarron Opera has created performance, education, and community programs for artists and audiences throughout Oklahoma.
Coming Up at Cimarron Opera
September Opera Club: Tosca
September 2 & 16 | 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Discover Puccini’s thrilling masterpiece in a relaxed, welcoming discussion and viewing series at the Adult Wellness & Education Center.
Join the AWE-pera Chorus
Rehearsals begin September 4
Adults ages 50 and older are invited to sing beloved opera choruses in a free, welcoming community ensemble. No audition or previous experience required.
AWE-pera Chorus Fall Concert
November 19 | 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the season with the AWE-pera Chorus in a joyful evening of opera, music, and community.
Explore Cimarron Opera
Experience fully staged operettas, intimate concerts, recitals, and Cimarron Opera’s annual Festival of Spirituals.
Young artists develop their voices, acting skills, confidence, and creativity through Cimarron Opera Theater Camp.
Free programs including AWE-pera Chorus and Opera Club make opera welcoming & accessible to adults in our community.
Opera for Oklahoma since 1975
Founded by internationally acclaimed performers and University of Oklahoma professors Thomas Carey and Carol Brice Carey, Cimarron Opera creates opportunities for emerging artists while bringing engaging, accessible opera to audiences across Oklahoma.
Today, Cimarron Opera continues that legacy through professional and community performances, youth education, creative-aging programs, and opportunities for Oklahoma artists and technicians.
Help Opera Thrive in Our Community
Your support creates opportunities for Oklahoma artists, provides transformative arts experiences for young performers, and keeps community programs such as the Festival of Spirituals, AWE-pera Chorus, and Opera Club accessible to everyone.
Thank You to Our Community Partners
Arts organizations like ours exist because of passionate people like you. Thank you!
AD ASTRA FOUNDATION
Select programming is made possible by funding from the Oklahoma Arts Council, which receives support from the State of Oklahoma and the National Endowment for the Arts.