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Shoestring Opera

The Shoestring Magic Flute / La flute enchantée (English or bilingual)

This performance of Mozart’s most famous opera brings energy, fun and glorious singing right into the classroom. In this whimsical adaptation, Allegra finds a golden flute on her way home from school. Blowing on it, her street turns into a dark forest and out pops Papageno, a strange bird-catcher—with a padlock on his mouth! Through the power of music and the magic of make-believe, Allegra and Papageno embark on an adventure of sharing and self-discovery involving a fire-breathing dragon, and the even scarier Queen of the Night. How can Allegra help her new friend and get home in time for her music lesson?

…a fantastic way to introduce young kids to the world of opera–4NNNN’s NOW MAGAZINE

The Schoolyard Carmen (English)

An inspiring story of independence matched with Bizet’s unforgettable music! In this age-appropriate adaptation of the famous opera, Carmen is a little girl who is a newcomer to Canada. When Tory Adair, the “coolest kid in school”, tries to bully her, she stands up to him. This is a story of schoolyard bullying; of a child who is made to feel different as a new immigrant. It is also a story of resiliency, personal independence, and the healing properties of art.

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Booking Details
School In-Person Fee: $1,017 + HST
Audience Size: 300
School Virtual Performance Fee: $688 + HST (Magic Flute only)
Audience Size: 500
Virtual format: Pre-recorded video with live Q & A
Grades: K - 6
Language: English or bilingual (Magic Flute only)
Availability: The Shoestring Magic Flute: February 17 - 21, 2025
The Schoolyard Carmen: May 5 - 9, 2025
Curriculum Connections
Character Development
Anti-Bullying Awareness
Children’s Opera
French Education
About Shoestring Opera
Based in Toronto, Shoestring Opera casts are comprised of four musical artists (one soprano, one baritone, one pianist and one cellist) bringing the glory and magic of opera to school children and families. Since 2004, the company has performed to sold-out audiences across Canada, successfully adapting classic operas in an exuberant, child-friendly format with an emphasis on storytelling and musical excellence. Shoestring Operas are 45 minutes long, are accessible, relevant and a stretch to the imagination. Glorious music, madcap humour and great storytelling. Irresistible to all ages!
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