Continuing Education
The Opera sponsors and co-sponsors several educational opportunities for adults. Please check back for postings on future program details as they are announced.
prelude talks
Lively and informative talks are offered in Stieren Orchestra Hall twice before most performances. The first talk is given two hours before the performance and the second is one hour before. Prelude Talks are free to ticket holders. For best availability, we suggest the first talk. Prelude Talks are not offered Opening Weekend or on Apprentice Scenes performance evenings.
KHFM Season Preview Radio Broadcasts
The Opera sponsors a series of pre-season broadcasts on radio station KHFM. A detailed schedule for the 2009 Season Preview Broadcasts will be announced at a later date. 95.5 KHFM broadcasts can be heard live anywhere in the country through streaming audio at www.ClassicalKHFM.com.
Last season's programs included:
Interpreting Landscape
The Santa Fe Opera and the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum jointly presented this special summer program based on the artistic traditions of landscape and included a tour of the Georgia O'Keeffe and Ansel Adams: Natural Affinities exhibition, along with a creative writing workshop led by Natalie Goldberg, attendance at the final dress rehearsal for Adriana Mater, a panel discussion with composer Kaija Saariaho, and an excursion to Ghost Ranch.
Panel Discussion
Adriana Mater received its American premiere in the Opera's 2008 season. This insightful panel discussion included composer Kaija Saariaho, stage director Peter Sellars, librettist Amin Maalouf and moderator Oliver Prezant. Admission was free at The Lensic at 211 West San Francisco Street in Santa Fe.
Opera and Psychology
Verdi's Falstaff: Growing Old Gracelessly
This July seminar offered a guided-tour through the mind of the self-deluded Falstaff. It explored lessons for life and self-transformation, while expanding participants enjoyment of the opera. Don Fineberg, M.D. led this enriching seminar for both opera beginners and seasoned enthusiasts. CEU credits were also available to psychotherapists.