Tuesday, August 7th

Summer Discussion Series

Join TDO's Artistic Director Jonathan Pell, Dr. Stephen Dubberly, head of the UNT opera program, and WRR 101.1 FM's Kurt Rongey for a lively, in-depth discussion about the music of The Aspern Papers. Stephen is known for his animated talks and spontaneous performances; the question is: how will he inspire you?

If you miss it, hear it on Inside the Dallas Opera on WRR 101.1 FM on Saturday, August 11 at noon. More info

Time 6:30pm

Where Winspear Opera House, Hamon Hall (map)

Cost FREE with RSVP

Monday, August 13th

Monday Night at the Movies

The Aspern Papers (2010), directed by Mariana Hellmund. Doors open at 7pm.

Time 7:30pm

Where Studio Movie Grill, Royal Lane (map)

Cost FREE with RSVP

Tuesday, August 14th

Cheesy Opera Happy Hour

Love cheese? Wonder what the connection could be to The Aspern Papers? Then join us as we savor wine and nosh on cheese selections hand-picked by cheesemonger and owner Rich Rogers, specifically chosen for how they relate to The Aspern Papers. Will it be the setting of the opera? Country of the librettist? The only way to know is to buy your ticket today!

Time 6:30pm

Where Scardello Artisan Cheese (map)

Cost $15 pre-order and pay at the door. Limited to first 40 people to RSVP.

Wednesday, August 15th

Wine Wednesday

Interested in learning about new and different wines? Then join us for a casual wine tasting at Komali. Chef and owner Abraham Salum will hand-pick wines using the setting of The Aspern Papers or the composer's heritage as inspiration. Sip, swirl, savor! Small bites, some created exclusively for this event, will be provided to enjoy with the wine.

Time 6:30pm

Where Komali Contemporary Mexican Cuisine (map)

Cost $20 pre-order. Walk-ups taken if space allows.

Friday, August 17th

'Til Midnight at the Nasher

The art doesn't go home at night, and neither will we! Join us for a curator guided tour. Learn why certain pieces were chosen for the Nasher Sculpture Center gardens then a rousing discussion with Dr. Stephen Dubberly, head of the UNT opera program and we'll end the evening with a performance featuring Jennifer Chung. Come for one portion or stay for the entire evening. Museum open 'til Midnight. More info

Time 6:00pm

Where Nasher Sculpture Center (map) (directions)

Cost FREE — no RSVP necessary, but come early to claim your seat!

Tuesday, August 21st

brownbags@theopera (Postponed)

Due to rain, today's brownbags@theopera event has been postponed. Please check back for a new date either later this week or next. Our apologies and we hope to see you soon!

Work or live near the Winspear? Then bring your lunch or grab a bite from one of the many food trucks, find a comfortable seat under the canopy in Sammons Park at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, and join us for a noontime recital featuring TDO soprano soloist Jennifer Youngs.

Watch a clip from June's brownbags@theopera featuring Laura Begley.

Time 12:00pm

Where Sammons Park outside Winspear Opera House (map) (directions)

Cost FREE — no RSVP required!

Thursday, August 23rd

cooking@theopera

Demonstration cooking class with Featured Chef Abraham Salum, Executive Chef and Owner of Salum and Komali. More info

Time 7:00pm

Where Central Market Plano (map)

Cost $25 pre-order. Walk-ups are taken if space allows.

Tuesday, August 28th

brownbags@theopera

Work or live near the Winspear? Then bring your lunch or grab a bite from one of the many food trucks, find a comfortable seat under the canopy in Sammons Park at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, and join us for a noontime recital featuring TDO soprano soloist Jennifer Youngs.

Watch a clip from June's brownbags@theopera featuring Laura Begley.

Time 12:00pm

Where Sammons Park outside Winspear Opera House (map) (directions)

Cost FREE — no RSVP required!