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Welcome to Opera Memphis

100% Opera. 100% Memphis.

Since 1956, Opera Memphis has never stopped singing. Thirteen presidents, nine recessions, three trips to The Final Four, and one global pandemic later, here we are, still making music.

We do it because music has the power to transform us and unite us, to challenge us to see the world through new eyes. Whether onstage, online, or on the back of a pick-up truck, we keep singing.

So long as there are songs to sing and stories to tell, Opera Memphis will be here, hearts open and arms thrown wide, eager to raise our voice for you, for us, and for everyone in our city.

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Current Season

From beloved classics to fresh discoveries, our season stirs the heart and sparks the imagination with stories that linger long after the final note.

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Ticketing Options

Choose what fits your night out—single tickets, season packages, group rates, or student rush. There's a seat waiting at every budget.

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Become a Subscriber

Ready to take the plunge? Buy your season package online and guarantee your seat for every eligible production plus all the benefits due ONLY to subscribers.

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Renew a Subscription

Renew by phone (901) 257-3100 or go online to purchase. Subscribers get a priority window to renew and keep their seats before new subscriptions open to the public. Renewals on sale until October 23.

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Plan Your Visit

Whether this is your first opera or you fiftieth, we want your experience to be exceptional. Find parking tips, accessibility info, and all the info you need for a great night out.

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Calendar

Looking for a special date night? A show that's good for kids? Something close to home? Filter our calendar by event type, venue, and time to find just the right fit for you.

For First-Time Opera-Goers

Opera, your way.

You don’t need to know Italian, or wear a tux. No need for a Masters degree or a monocle. Just bring yourself and an open heart. Whether you’re following a lifelong curiosity or just heard a pop-up performance in your neighborhood park, we’re thrilled to have you here. 

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New to Opera?

Our beginner's guide walks you through what to expect, from what to wear to when to clap.

Start Here
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30 Days of Opera

Experience opera where you live, work, and play. These free, pop-up performances bring live music to street corners, parks, libraries, and places you love.

Learn More
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Our Current Season

Not sure where to begin? Check out our current season, which has something for everyone!

Season Showcase
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Watch & Listen

Still on the fence? Sample short video and audio clips to get a feel for what opera sounds and looks like—no ticket, no tux, no commitment.

Preview the Experience

For Supporters and Donors

Keep the Music Going

Every note we sing is made possible by people who believe in this work. Your support fuels performances, education programs, and neighborhood pop-ups that reach tens of thousands of people each season. Whether you give once or invest in a legacy, you’re keeping opera alive in Memphis.

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Support Our Mission

Whether you give, volunteer, or lend your voice, your support sustains bold productions, vital education programs, and music that belongs to all of Memphis.

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Ways to Give

Explore meaningful ways to give—monthly support, legacy gifts, and tribute campaigns that power artists, outreach, and access across our whole city.

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Get Involved

Opera thrives through collaboration. Join forces with us—as a neighbor, educator, or creative partner—and help bring visionary ideas to life here.

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New to the Opera

Never been before? Start here—our guide covers what to wear, when to arrive, and what to expect, with no experience required, just your curiosity.

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Volunteer

Lend your time and talents. From ushering performances to helping at neighborhood pop-ups, volunteers are the backbone of all the work we do here.

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Community Programming

Memphis is a city of music, and we LOVE collaborating in new and exciting ways. Check out how we partner with local organizations or visit our event page to see where we are next!

Talk to a human

The Box Office.

For phone orders, group tickets, accessibility accommodations, donating unused tickets, or anything our website can’t answer, call us. We’re a small team and we’ll know the show you’re asking about.

Phone

(901) 257-3100

Phone orders accepted during box office hours.

Hours

Mon – Fri

9:00 am – 5:00 pm CT

In Person

216 Cooper St

Memphis, Tennessee 38104

Show-Night Sales

At the Venue

Doors open 60 minutes before curtain.

From the Blog

Stories Worth Sharing

Go deeper into the work behind the curtain, and the people who make it all possible. From classroom visits to mainstage spotlights, these are the moments that define what it means to be 100% Opera and 100% Memphis.

Opera Memphis closes a strong 2025-26 season with Sondheim's Sweeney Todd at Playhouse on the Square, June 12 through July 12, 2026. Next: a…
Florence Cole Talbert-McCleave, the first Black soprano to perform Verdi's Aida professionally, made Memphis her home for three decades. The McCleave Project carries her…
Soprano Lauren Margison, mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton, tenor Limmie Pulliam, and bass Kenneth Kellogg headlined Verdi's Requiem with Opera Memphis and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra…