The Paramount Theater of Charlottesville

Sing Me A Story: “Your Journey to the Stage”
Discover the Many Paths to the Stage with Charlottesville Opera

The Sing Me A Story series continues with “Your Journey to the Stage,” an engaging program designed for students in grades 3-8. This immersive Arts Education experience pulls back the curtain on opera, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the diverse roles and journeys that bring this vibrant art form to life.

From singers and orchestra members to stage designers and technical artists, students will discover the many unique paths that lead to the stage. Some performers began with classical training, while others found their passion later in life. Through live opera performances and interactive learning, students will explore the works of composers like Bizet and Mozart, alongside insights into musical theater.

The program highlights the personal stories of the performers and backstage team members, showcasing how creativity, commitment, and collaboration fuel every role in the world of theater. Students will leave with a deeper appreciation for the hard work and dedication it takes to succeed on stage—and inspiration to imagine their own creative journeys.

Join us to uncover how diverse stories and determination unite to create the magic of the stage!

This program is 60 minutes and includes a Q&A.

SOL & Curriculum Connections

SOL Connections to Fine Arts/Dance: DA 3.6, 4.6, 5.6, 6.15, 7.6; 8.6; SOL Connections to Fine Arts/Music: 3.3 e, 3.5 b, 4.3 a, b, c, 4.5 a, b, 4.6 c, 4.17, 5.3 a, d, 5.6 a, 5.9, 5.17, 6.3 c, 6.4, 7.3, 7.4, 7.4 c; 8.3, 8.4; SOL Connections to Fine Arts/Theatre Arts: 3.5, 4.3, 5.3, 5.6, 5.12, 6.2, 7.3 b; 8.3 d, e; Curriculum Connections to the concepts of: communication of stories and emotions through music; historical context and culture of an opera; collaboration and cooperation required to present an opera; opera as storytelling through music, drama, and sometimes dance; merging music, narrative, and technical artistry; elements of the performing arts – vocal performance, orchestration, stage design, and costume design; lighting design through mathematics and science; human emotions and relationships; themes, characters, and historical settings; arias, duets, and trios; singers preparing for careers in opera.

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