Wednesday, June 19th

Community Performance of Jack and the Beanstalk at the Polk-Wisdom Branch Library

By John Davies / Sung in English

The Dallas Opera presents a family friendly performance of John Davies’ operatic interpretation of the classic children’s tale Jack and the Beanstalk. Set to the music of Sir Arthur Sullivan of “Gilbert and Sullivan” fame you won’t want to miss this charming and witty opera that teaches the timeless lesson of The Golden Rule. Performance will be held in the libraries Black Box Theater

Time 11:30am

Where Dallas Public Library, Polk-Wisdom Branch (map)

Cost FREE, RSVP to receive an event reminder so you don't miss the performance.

Thursday, June 20th

Community Performance of Jack and the Beanstalk at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

By John Davies / Sung in English

The Dallas Opera presents a family friendly performance of John Davies’ operatic interpretation of the classic children’s tale Jack and the Beanstalk. Set to the music of Sir Arthur Sullivan of “Gilbert and Sullivan” fame you won’t want to miss this charming and witty opera that teaches the timeless lesson of The Golden Rule. Performance will be held in the libraries Black Box Theater

Time 2:30pm

Where Dallas Public Library, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library (map)

Cost FREE, RSVP to receive an event reminder so you don't miss the performance.

Friday, June 21st

The Dallas Opera joins the Perot Museum of Nature and Science for Social Sciences

Discovery is a lifelong adventure. That's why the Perot Museum offers a wide range of social and educational opportunities just for adults. Chat with local experts. Attend a cutting-edge demonstration. Stir up a conversation over cocktails. Or enjoy exclusive access to their interactive exhibits — without the pressure to yield to curious young guests!

All new, all fun. Fit the Perot Museum and the Dallas Opera into your social calendar!

The theme of the June 21st Social Science event will be Relationships.

Join the Dallas Opera Director of Production John Toia for an amazing exploration into the relationship between technology and opera. If you've seen the productions of Moby-Dick or Tristan & Isolde then you've had a little taste with even more to come with Death and the Powers opening February 2014.

There will also be a performance by Laurel Semerdjian of the Dallas Opera Young Artist program inspired by the 2013-2014 opera season "By Love Transformed".

Be sure to make a night of it as the museum will have various guest speakers, interactive demonstrations and discussions, performances, Portable Universe shows, and more. Also enjoy a special outdoor screening of the original Tron film in 35mm brought to you by their featured partner Alamo Drafthouse.

Exact Time of Dallas Opera discussion TBA.

Time 7:30pm

Where Perot Museum of Nature and Science (map) (directions)

Cost $10 for Perot Museum Members, $15 for Non-Perot Museum Members
Tickets are limited buy today and guarantee your space. Social Sciences is reserved for guests age 21 years in age or older only.

Saturday, June 22nd

Community Performance of Jack and the Beanstalk at Highland Hills Branch Library

By John Davies / Sung in English

The Dallas Opera presents a family friendly performance of John Davies’ operatic interpretation of the classic children’s tale Jack and the Beanstalk. Set to the music of Sir Arthur Sullivan of “Gilbert and Sullivan” fame you won’t want to miss this charming and witty opera that teaches the timeless lesson of The Golden Rule. Performance will be held in the libraries Black Box Theater

Time 2:00pm

Where Dallas Public Library, Highland Hills Branch Library (map)

Cost FREE, RSVP to receive an event reminder so you don't miss the performance.

Friday, June 28th

The Dallas Opera performs a Free lunchtime recital featuring Jonathan Yarrington at Klyde Warren Park

Work or live near Klyde Warren Park? Then bring your lunch or grab a bite from one of the many food trucks, find a comfortable seat on the lawn and enjoy a free lunch time performance sung by Jonathan Yarrington from the Dallas Opera Young Artist program.

Time 12:00pm

Where Klyde Warren Park (map) (directions)

Cost FREE — no RSVP required! Simply come and enjoy!