From the Shadows - The Witches of Opera are Waiting

Schedule

Thu Oct 30 2025 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Contemporary Calgary - The Grotto | Calgary, AB

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A spellbinding evening of the supernatural, myth and tragedy. The witches of opera are waiting. Step into the shadows.
About this Event

Join Alberta Vocal Arts for a chilling concert of opera’s most supernatural scenes.
Step into a world of witches, ghost ships, death omens, mysterious prophecy, and ancient tragedy as our powerful cast of female voices conjures characters from Macbeth, Carmen, Hänsel und Gretel, Der fliegende Holländer, Il Trovatore, and more.

Date: October 30, 2025
Venue: The Grotto, Contemporary Calgary (701 11 Street SW)
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Concert Begins: 7:30 PM
Admission: FREE – This concert is generously funded by The City of Calgary

Featuring an extraordinary ensemble:

  • Alyssa D'Souza, soprano
  • Barbara King, mezzo-soprano
  • Kathleen Morrison, soprano & narrator
  • Ainsley Soutiere, soprano
  • Carlos Foggin – Piano
  • Jeremy Scott Brown – Saxophone, Clarinet & Flute
  • Ross Lemon – Double Bass
  • Dylan Martin – Low Brass
  • Chris Santos – Percussion

Concept & Artistic Direction - Kathleen Morrison

Text - Kathleen Morrison & Shandra Gallant

This unique concert weaves together iconic arias, eerie ensembles, and haunting narration in a celebration of opera’s darkest corners.

Come if you dare.

This concert is generously funded by the City of Calgary, with thanks to:

  • Alberta Foundation for the Arts
  • Steinway Piano Gallery Calgary
  • Contemporary Calgary
  • Voice by Kathleen
  • Renert School
  • Cue1
    Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Limited chairs, plenty of standing room or feel free to bring a blanket or cushion to sit on the ground with the Witches.

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Contemporary Calgary - The Grotto, 701 11 Street Southwest, Calgary, Canada

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