Performances
Plan your visit
First time at the opera, or your fiftieth — here’s everything you need for a wonderful evening.
Getting there
Our venues
We perform at venues along Highway 75. Each production page lists its venue.
Plano
Elmhurst Chapel
1200 Elmhurst AvenuePlano, Texas 75074
- Parking
- Free lot behind the chapel
- Access
- Ramp at the east entrance; accessible restrooms
- Hosting
- Holiday Cabaret · December 12; Young Artists Recital · February 18
McKinney
Lakeside Arts Hall
200 Lakeside DriveMcKinney, Texas 75069
- Parking
- Free parking in the north lot
- Access
- Step-free entrance; wheelchair seating in rows A and M
- Hosting
- La Bohème · April 9 – 11
Allen
Prairie Lantern Theatre
45 Lantern WayAllen, Texas 75013
- Parking
- Free garage parking on Lantern Way
- Access
- Elevator to all levels; assistive listening at the box office
- Hosting
- La Bohème · April 16 – 17; The Magic Flute · June 11
Before you go
What to expect
Arrive a little early
Doors open 45 minutes before curtain. Late arrivals are seated at a suitable break.
Wear what you like
There’s no dress code. Some guests dress up for a night out; others come as they are.
Follow along
Operas sung in another language have English supertitles above the stage.
Running times
Most performances run 2 – 2½ hours with one intermission.
Bringing kids
Children 8 and up are welcome at most performances.
Photos & phones
Please silence phones. Photos are welcome before the show and at curtain call.
Everyone welcome
Accessibility
Need an accommodation? Email info@operaon75.org and we’ll make arrangements.
Wheelchair & companion seating
Available at every performance; request when you buy.
Assistive listening devices
Free at the box office at every venue.
ASL-interpreted performances
At least one per production, marked on the calendar.
Audio description
Live description at selected matinees.
Large-print programs
Ask an usher.
Service animals
Welcome at all venues.
Questions
Frequently asked
Do I need to print my tickets?
No. Your tickets arrive by email as soon as you complete your purchase. Show them on your phone at the door, or print them if you prefer. Can't find your email? Check your spam folder, or contact info@operaon75.org with the name on your order.
How do I buy tickets?
Select Tickets on any production or event. You’ll complete your purchase on our secure ticketing page and receive your tickets by email.
Can I exchange or refund my tickets?
Our ticket policy is [all sales are final / exchanges are available up to [X] days before the performance, subject to availability]. If OperaOn75 cancels or postpones a performance, ticket holders are contacted directly about a refund or a seat at the new date. For the full terms, see our Ticket & Refund Policy, or email info@operaon75.org.
Are there student or group discounts?
[Yes — student and educator tickets are available for [$X] with a valid ID, and groups of [X] or more save [X]%.] Discounts, when offered, are shown on each production's Tickets page. For group bookings, email info@operaon75.org and we'll help you find seats together.
What should I wear?
Whatever you’re comfortable in. Some people like to dress up for a night out; others come straight from work.
Will I understand the words?
Operas sung in another language are performed with English supertitles projected above the stage.
Can I bring children?
Children are welcome at most performances. Each production page lists its age guidance. As a general guide, we recommend opera for ages [8] and up; family-friendly matinees and education events are marked on the calendar. Every guest, including children, needs a ticket [except lap infants at family events].
What if I arrive late?
Please plan to arrive at least [20–30] minutes early. If you're late, ushers will seat you at a suitable break in the performance so other guests aren't disturbed, which may be at intermission.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Each venue’s accessibility details are listed above and on the production page.
How do I request an accommodation?
Email info@operaon75.org and we’ll make arrangements.
Do you offer assistive listening?
[Yes. Assistive listening devices are available free at the box office at every venue, on a first-come basis.] To reserve one in advance, or to ask about other accommodations, email info@operaon75.org.
Where do I park?
Parking details are listed with each venue above.
When do doors open?
Doors open [45] minutes before the performance. Each production and event page lists the start time, and the doors time where it differs.
Is there food or drink available?
[Light refreshments are available before the performance and at intermission. / Food and drink aren't sold at this venue.] Details vary by venue and are listed on each production or event page. Food and drink aren't allowed in the seating area [unless the venue says otherwise].
Still have questions?