Opera for the Young

06/11/2026

In Antonín Dvořák’s "Rusalka," the mermaid Rusalka dreams of becoming human after falling in love with a Prince. Warned by her father, the Sea King, she nevertheless seeks a magic spell from the Sea Witch...Jezibaba!

OFTY is so thrilled to be bringing our adaptation of Dvořák’s classic opera back on the road this coming fall. Today, we're channeling our excitement about these future plans into a celebration of our past "Rusalka" tours with this incredible photo of Jezibaba from way back in 2003.

06/04/2026

So many interesting things to consider with this excellent article from Arts Midwest on the economic impact of creative work. OFTY is so proud to place the highest value on the work of our artists, providing them with meaningful opportunities and the means to contribute to the larger ecosystem described in the article!

Artists have been hearing the phrase creative economy a lot lately. Learn where you fit in and why it matters.

05/28/2026

We can’t wait to see you for Family Opera Day, Saturday May 30th at the Overture Center!

05/26/2026

To support teachers and schools, OFTY provides a robust package of curriculum-ready, flexible teaching materials!

05/20/2026

Your donation, no matter how small, goes a long way towards helping us provide students with unforgettable artistic and educational experiences.

05/19/2026

The Star recently shared this fantastic photo from May 2011 featuring three second-graders from Lodi Primary School (Maddie Mueller, Jonah Jette, and Rose Baron) performing Pirates of Penzance alongside soprano Saira Frank (now OFTY's General Director)!

Maddie, Jonah, and Rose, if you see this: Can you still remember the words fifteen years later?

(Photo by Rachelle Blair)

May 2011: Lodi Primary School Students were taken aboard by the Pirates of Penzance, a production by Opera for the Young on May 12. Sixteen second graders performed on stage

05/13/2026

Do you know about Opera for the Young's annual Spring Concertina?

It's an opportunity each year for us to enjoy musical performances by our artists and celebrate a successful tour, the magic of opera, and our donors who make it all possible.

It isn't too late to RSVP for this year's Spring Concertina on Sunday, May 17th. Become a donor today and join us for this very special event!

05/12/2026

Slay all day

05/12/2026

See you next time, Washington Elementary School!