Edmontonian's have been privileged to have both a world class symphony orchestra and opera who typically perform at the Winspear Theatre and Jubilee Auditorium which for whatever reasons is outside the comfort zones of many. Now, both the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and Edmonton Opera are moving out of their comfort zones to bring their best to the Hoi Polli (common people).
The schedule of performances for both is as follows:
ESO Outdoors - Devon, Castle Downs Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Beaumont
When - Aug. 17-27, 7 p.m.
Tickets - Pay what you can, suggested value of $25. RSVP at WinspearCente.com
Symphony at Snow Valley - 13204 Rainbow Valley Rd.
When - Aug. 23-26, 7 p.m.
Tickets - $35 plus fees, at WinspearCentre.com
Opera Al Fresco - University of Alberta Botanic Garden, 5 km north of Devon on Hwy 60
When - Aug. 18 at 7 p.m.
Tickets - $72, at EdmontonOpera.com