Season Calendar
Below you can find all of our upcoming shows. Check back regularly for news and updates. We look forward to seeing you at the Opera!
Featured Event!
Hansel and Gretel by Engelbert Humperdinck
October 18 and 19, 2025 | BOTH PERFORMANCES 2PM
On October 18th and 19th, be whisked away to a magical forest in our region’s first grand production of Englebert Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel! Opera San Luis Obispo’s stunning production brings to life the enchanting fairy tale with all the magic, wonder, drama, that has captivated audiences for generations.
Performed in English, experience this timeless story like never before, produced at grand scale with two-story woodland sets, vivid costumes, mesmerizing choreography, chorus, ballet, and one of the largest orchestras Miossi Hall has ever seen! Featuring an internationally acclaimed cast, our production promises to immerse patrons moment-to-moment in Humperdinck’s unforgettable score with stage direction by Justine Prado, choreography by Drew Silvaggio, all accompanied by the OperaSLO Grand Orchestra conducted by Brian Asher Alhadeff.
About Hansel and Gretel
Hansel and Gretel is an opera by Engelbert Humperdinck, first performed in 1893. Based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, the opera tells the story of two poor siblings who get lost in the woods and encounter a witch living in a gingerbread house. With a libretto by Humperdinck’s sister, Adelheid Wette, the work blends folk songs with Wagnerian orchestration, creating music that’s rich yet approachable. Famous for its lush melodies, including the "Evening Prayer," Hansel and Gretel is often considered a Christmas tradition in German-speaking countries. It’s admired for its blend of dark fairy-tale elements and enchanting music, striking a balance between childlike innocence and operatic sophistication.
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OKTOBERFEST FUNDRAISER!
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 4pm-8pm
Raise your steins for a night of Bavarian fun that fuels a greater cause! Our completely new Party-With-A-Purpose twist features the talents of The Bavarian Wunderband complete with traditional music, dancing, steinholding and yodeling contests, hearty bratwurst and other traditional foods, along with amazing beers by Chuck Hiigel —all while supporting Opera San Luis Obispo. Costumes encouraged, lederhosen optional, generosity required; prost to making a difference! This event is limited to 120 guests. No alcohol for any guests under 21 years of age. Event will take place at a private property in Arroyo Grande - exact location will be sent to all ticket buyers.
TICKETS: $85 Each / All food and beverages included!
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The Nutcracker in Oxnard
Saturday & Sunday: December 6 & 7 - Both Performances at 2pm | Oxnard Performing Arts Center
We are thrilled to expand our Nutcracker tradition in a new partnership with Ventura County Ballet! This year, for the first time, the Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra will accompany Ventura County Ballet's production of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker at the beautiful 1600-seat Oxnard Performing Arts Center! There's nothing like ending the year with a grand performance of The Nutcracker with live full orchestra. Join us in Oxnard and make it a stay-cation!
Saturday and Sunday | December 6 and 7, 2025 | Both Performances at 2pm
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The Nutcracker in San Luis Obispo
FRIDAY: December 12, 7pm | SATURDAY: December 13, 2pm & 7pm | SUNDAY: December 14, 2pm | Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo
The end of the year means, Civic Ballet San Luis Obispo's presentation of Lorilee Silvaggio’sThe Nutcracker! For over 40 years, the Civic Ballet of San Luis Obispo has presented this holiday classic (including 25 years performing to sold out audiences). Lori Lee Silvaggio’s The Nutcracker is filled with all the pageantry, magic and wonder that have made this one of the most enduring holiday traditions around the globe. Audiences of all ages will marvel in this spectacular and professional production, accompanied by the OperaSLO Grand Orchestra conducted by Maestro Brian Asher Alhadeff.
Friday, Dec. 12th at 7pm
Saturday, Dec. 13th at 2PM and 7PM
Sunday, Dec. 14th at 2 PM
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The Nutcracker in Santa Barbara
FRIDAY: December 19, 6pm | SATURDAY: December 20, 2pm & 7:30pm | SUNDAY: December 20, 2pm | Granada Theater Santa Barbara
The end of the year means The Nutcracker, Santa Barbara-style at one of California's most beautiful venues - the historic Granada Theatre. Audiences of all ages will marvel at the magic and wonder of this spectacular and professional production by Santa Barbara's State Street Ballet, accompanied by the OperaSLO Grand Orchestra conducted by Maestro Brian Asher Alhadeff.
Friday, December 19: 6pm (NEW ADDED PERFORMANCE 2025!)
Saturday, December 20: 2pm
Saturday, December 20: 7:30pm
Sunday, December 20: 2pm
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New Year's Eve Gala: From 42nd Street to the MET
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 7:30pm | Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo
Make your plans for New Year’s Eve with Opera San Luis Obispo at the PAC in an epic evening of pops, opera, musical theater, and dance! The OperaSLO Grand Orchestra and maestro Brian Asher Alhadeff present a fantastic line-up of world-renowned award-winning artist.
Join OperaSLO this New Year's Eve for a spectacular citywide arts collaborative gala featuring the best of Broadway, opera, and dance! This amazing evening rings in the New Year with twelve nationally acclaimed vocalists and dancers, including special guests; Applause Children's Theater, Central Coast Gilbert and Sullivan, and the Cuesta College Concord Chorus, along with the Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra and Chorus conducted by Brian Asher Alhadeff.
TICKETS: $36 - $90 Online here, or by phone at (805) 756-4849, Monday-Saturday, 12pm-6pm.