Exploring Opera: A Learning Series
Public talks for all and professional development for teachers
Unlock the magic of opera through Exploring Opera: A Learning Series, streaming live to anywhere in the world, completely for free. Experts in music, history, languages, and more lead us through creative and scholarly explorations of LA Opera's mainstage productions, as well as special topics including Opera in the Classroom and Arts, Culture, Creativity & Health. Scroll down to view the 2025/26 season schedule and register through Eventbrite.
LAUSD teachers, don't forget to purchase your Salary Points. Register for the series and let us know you're interested in earning up to two LAUSD Salary Points. Note: the fee has not changed from previous years To learn more about Salary Points, CLICK HERE.
2025/26 Season
Join us on the following Saturdays via Zoom from 9am-3pm. Register conveniently through Eventbrite; see the full schedule below and click on the name of the session you want to attend. To attend multiple sessions, register for each date on their respective Eventbrite pages.
August 30, 2025 | West Side Story |
November 1, 2025 | La Bohème |
February 21, 2026 | Akhnaten |
March 7, 2026 | Opera in the Classroom |
March 28, 2026 | Falstaff |
April 18, 2026 | Arts, Culture, Creativity & Health |
May 16, 2026 | The Magic Flute |
Get Ready to Learn
Formerly known as Opera for Educators, we're thrilled to welcome anyone and everyone to join us for the all-new Exploring Opera: A Learning Series.
Information about Zoom links, scheduled presenters, and more will be made available to you once you've registered. If you've registered and need assistance on the day of, please email our team at Connects@laopera.org or call 213.972.3157.
Curious what you might learn? Get a sneak peek with this Behind The Curtain: Exploring Opera podcast playlist, featuring recorded presentations from past sessions.
To get in touch with questions, connect with us at Connects@laopera.org or call us at 213.972.3157.
Generous support for this program from
Susan Zolla, in memory of Edward M. Zolla
LA Opera Connects is generously supported by
The Emanuel Treitel Senior Citizen Fund
The Green Foundation
The Music Man Foundation
LA County Department of Arts and Culture as part of Creative Recovery LA, an initiative funded by the American Rescue Plan