San Francisco Opera and Hidden Villa present Bohème Out of the Box

Illustration by Brian Stauffer

Experience the magic of Bohème Out of the Box at Hidden Villa, a scenic working farm and wilderness preserve dedicated to environmental education, social justice, and sustainability. Set against a backdrop of rolling hills, organic gardens, and peaceful trails, this performance offers a unique opportunity to enjoy La Bohème in a beautiful, rustic setting. It’s an ideal outing for families, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a refreshing cultural experience in the heart of nature.

Bohème Out of the Box is a 70 minute version of Puccini's classic opera La Bohème, one of the most popular and enduring operas ever. This modern, relatable production is presented on a shipping-container-turned-mobile stage. The performance will be sung in Italian by six amplified singers with keyboard accompaniment. To learn more about the production, please visit sfopera.com/box.

Venue Information:

Hidden Villa is most easily accessible by car and event parking is only available on the property itself. Parking capacity is limited, so guests must register and pay a $10 parking fee in advance of arrival, unless they plan to arrive by bike, hike, or rideshare.

Please note, a limited number of nearby parking spots will be made available on a first come, first served basis for those needing accommodations due to mobility issues, but the majority of parking is located a 5-10 minute walk from the performance venue over dirt and gravel roads.

Hidden Villa is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. If you are interested in additionally supporting Hidden Villa's education programs, regenerative agriculture and wilderness preservation, please donate here.

Registration:

By registering for this event, you are agreeing to receive emails from both Hidden Villa and the San Francisco Opera.

Seating:

The performance will take place on the field next to the Dana Center. Guests should bring their own picnic blankets or camp chairs; a few picnic tables are available on a first come, first served basis.

Schedule:

12:30 Guests Welcome to arrive at Hidden Villa

1:30 Family Friendly Pre-Show Workshop

2:00 Bohème Out of the Box

3:10 Show Wraps!

Registered Guests are encouraged to arrive early to explore the property, attend the family workshop, or enjoy a picnic. Due to parking logistics, please plan to arrive no later than 1:30pm; arrivals after 1:30 may miss part or all of the show. Note that cell service is limited or unavailable in various parts of the property.

After the show, registered guests are welcome to enjoy thir time at Hidden Villa until dusk.

Host or Publisher Hidden Villa