S O M E T H I N G D I F F E R E N T

2013-2014 Season David O’Dell, General & Artistic Director

Experience Something Different COME TO THE TEXAS PANHANDLE – the last major geographic part of continental America to be colonized and one of the most peculiar and physically stunning parts of the American West.

DISCOVER Palo Duro – artist Georgia O’Keefe’s burning, seething cauldron, filled with dramatic light and color – a place where the skies are blue and the sunsets are unlike any on the continent.

EXPERIENCE AMARILLO OPERA – opera as you’ve never experienced it before – in the intimate setting of the Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts rising from the simple majesty of the Texas High Plains.

VISIT Amarillo. CELEBRATE OPERA in the Texas Panhandle with a season of musical drama you’ll never forget. Only in Amarillo – only at AMARILLO OPERA!

Because life’s too short not to experience something different!

Amarillo Opera continues to surprise...a fine opera company is growing up in what feels like an unlikely city in the Texas Panhandle.When opera companies in major cities are struggling to stay afloat or, worse closing, the opera in Amarillo is stepping up in respect around the country.

Amarillo is hardly a major metropolitan city; it is only 14th in size in Texas. The success of Amarillo Opera demonstrates that opera can thrive anywhere, as long as there is a visionary director and a ready and appreciative audience to be found.

– Gregory Sullivan Isaacs, TheatreJones (Dallas)

I was aroused straightaway by the raw intensity of the songs... - Bob Dylan

Kurt Weill’s

The Threepenny Opera

Kurt Weill’s

The Threepenny Opera

Don’t miss the Amarillo premiere of one of opera’s enduring

masterpieces - featuring the most famous mad scene in opera.

“Both heaven and earth have abandoned me.” - Lucia

Gaetano Donizetti’s

Lucia di LammermoorConductor: Michael Ching

Director: Marc Astafan

Trapped in a feud between two Scottish families, Lucia

is forced by her brother to abandon her true love and enter

into a political marriage. The tormented Lucia slowly slips into

insanity. Based on Sir Walter Scott’s Gothic masterpiece, Lucia di

Lammermoor is an enduring tale filled with mystery, apparitions,

secret affairs, and murder.

Oct. 5, 2013 • 7:30 p.m.Oct. 6, 2013 • 2:30 p.m. Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts

Kurt Weill’s

The Threepenny OperaKnown to the underworld as Mack the Knife, Mackie Messer

weaves his wicked way through the back alleys of Victorian

London. In this begger’s opera, Mack pursues the virtuous Polly

Peachum while endeavoring to evade the ever-present threat of the

hangman’s noose.

Conductor: Braden Toan

Director: Walker Lewis

April 5, 2014 • 7:30 p.m. April 6, 2014 • 2:30 p.m. Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts

Many have tried to imitate it. No one has succeeded.

- Harold Prince

Andrew Scott DeJesseBetween Wind and WaterSIZE: W 44 3/4 x H 42 1/2 • MEDIUM: WATER COLOR, OIL

Andrew Scott DeJesse grew up in Marlboro,

New Jersey and received his BFA in Illustration

from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia.

After several years of working as an Art Director

in Pharmaceutical Advertising, he relocated to

Texas. The vastness and solitude of the Texas

landscapes made such an impression on Andrew that he felt compelled to

capture the truth and quiet beauty of the Southwest in his paintings.

Andrew’s works have been exhibited in several solo and group shows

and he was a 2007, 2009 & 2010 Hunting Art Prize finalist. His works can

be found in many private and corporate collections such as Texas Tech

University Health Sciences Center, Lyondell, Halliburton, Schlumberger

and National Oil Well.

Fol de RolSave the Date: March 29, 2014 • The Amarillo Club

Join us for an evening of madcap, zany high jinks as we dance to the

sounds of Patrick Swindell and Pizzazz, and frolic the night away at the

fourth annual Amarillo Opera Fol de Rol on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at

The Amarillo Club. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with cocktails and

appetizers. Dinner and dancing will follow with many special surprises

as the night unfolds. A silent auction will intrigue you, and during the

live auction you’ll have an opportunity to bid on Andrew Scott DeJesse’s

painting, Between Wind and Water, commissioned for the opera’s

2013-2014 season. All proceeds will benefit Amarillo Opera.

Don’t miss an evening of elegance, mystery, folly, intrigue, music and

epicurean delights as only Amarillo Opera can provide.

Michael Ching’s

Speed Dating Tonight!Conducted by the composer: Michael Ching

“Tell me your story, then I’ll tell you mine. And let me order you another

glass of wine.” One of many pick-up lines you may hear at this speed

dating session. Set in a contemporary club, you might encounter an

exercise fanatic, a cat lover, a bassoon player, a shy origamist – who

knows who you will meet at Speed Dating Tonight!

October 25-27, 2013 The Fibonacci Building

F a m i l y C h a m b e r O p e r a S e r i e s

C e l e b r a t i n g N a t i o n a l O p e r a W e e k

Gian Carlo Menotti’s

Amahl and The Night Visitors Co-Produced with Chamber Music Amarillo

On the Eve of the first Christmas, a humble shepherd boy and his mother

encounter three kings traveling from afar to greet the coming Christ-child.

In the course of one extraordinary night, Amahl, his mother, and the royal

sojourners experience a miracle inspired by faith, love, and generosity.

November 8-10, 2014 The Fibonacci Building

F a m i l y C h a m b e r O p e r a S e r i e s

C e l e b r a t i n g N a t i o n a l O p e r a W e e k

Cary John Franklin’s

The Very Last Green ThingCo-Produced with Opera Theatre of Saint Louis

In the year 2413, a classroom of students venture on a rare field trip

“outside.” Led by their android teacher they discover a time capsule

containing curious items from the past. As each child retrieves an item,

a timid girl named Amy unexpectedly comes across something quite

unusual - the very last green thing on earth.

February 8, 2014 School Performances February 7, 2014

F a m i l y C h a m b e r O p e r a S e r i e s

Musica VariadaAmarillo Opera’s Musica Variada features Hispanic artists in a

variety of musical styles from classical to pop. An annual favorite of our

regional audience, this concert spotlights the rich diversity of the Texas

Panhandle in an evening of song. Join us in this celebration of the Latino

and Hispanic cultures.

May 10, 2014 School Performances May 9, 2014

Lionel Bart’s

Oliver!Adapted from the notable Dicken’s novel, this tale follows twists and turns

in the life of a trusting young boy named Oliver. Along the way he is lured

into the business of pick-pocketing by the Artful Dodger. As fortune would

have it, Oliver sticks his hand in the coat of Mr. Brownlow, a man who

changes Oliver’s world in an unexpected way!

July 10-13, 2014 Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts

A m a r i l l o O p e r a ’ s S u m m e r Y o u t h M u s i c a l

Opera Insights F R E E F O R T I C K E T H O L D E R S !

For last minute preparation immediately preceding your

performance, join us for a half-hour lecture on the opera’s music

and characters before you see them live. Starting at 6:30 p.m.,

one hour before the curtain rises, or at 1:30 p.m. for matinees,

these opera previews are free to ticket holders and held in the

second-floor lobby of the Amarillo Globe-News Center for the

Performing Arts. Previews are held before every performance.

Opera Insights are presented by Amarillo Opera’s Principal Guest

Lecturer, Dr. Robert Krause, from the Music Department at West

Texas A&M University. Dr. Krause holds the Bachelor of Music

degree in oboe performance, the Master of Music degree in

theory and composition, and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree

in oboe performance from University of Miami in Coral Gables,

Fla. He is professor of oboe at West Texas A&M University and

spends summers teaching oboe at the Interlochen Arts Camp in

Interlochen, Michigan, where he has also been heard in the series

“Music from Interlochen” on National Public Radio.

Amarillo Opera Picnics on StageThe ultimate on-stage experience! Hear musical highlights, catch a glimpse of

the magic that happens backstage and meet and greet cast members,

conductors and directors the week before our mainstage productions. Amarillo

Opera’s sumptuous picnics on stage give patrons an opportunity to dine on the

sets of Lucia di Lammermoor and The Threepenny Opera and interact with our

principal artists in a casual, relaxed and intimate setting. Join us this year for a

memorable evening or two onstage at the Amarillo Globe-News Center for the

Performing Arts.

Pre-opera DiningJoin the General Director for cocktails and an elegant three course dinner

at the Amarillo Club beginning two hours before the curtain. Enjoy a fantastic

view as you wine and dine in a private dining room on the 30th floor of the

Chase Tower in the heart of downtown Amarillo. For more than 60 years, the

Amarillo Club has been the destination for romantic evenings and celebrations for

generations of Amarilloans. Call Amarillo Opera at 806.372.7464 for information

and reservations.

Education and Community EngagementAmarillo Opera’s Summer Youth Initiative provides theatrical training and

performance opportunities to Texas Panhandle students for ten weeks throughout

the summer. Led by Amarillo Opera’s Artists-in-Training, these college-aged

youth mentors spend the summer teaching elementary and middle-school aged

students in our ARTS: an Alternative summer camps, assisting in the direction of

our annual Summer Youth Musical, presenting senior engagement programs and

performing operatic scenes programs to regional audiences.

Aimed at children 5-13, ARTS: an Alternative offers lessons and workshops in

visual arts, music, drama, dance, poetry and comportment – building self-esteem

and confidence in local youth.

Amarillo Opera once again produces the annual Summer Youth Musical in July,

2014. Aimed at ages 9-19, it is an invaluable training ground for young regional

singers. College aged artists are selected each summer to mentor youngsters

in the ARTS: an Alternative program and assist with the Summer Youth Musical.

Amarillo Opera annually distributes more than $40,000 in scholarships to these

talented students to help with their college educations. Your contributions help

support these and other education programs throughout the year.

Where to StayTHE COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT®

The Courtyard by Marriott® at the Historic Fisk Building in Downtown

Amarillo is located on Polk Street, once called the “best lighted Main

Street in America”. Within 15 minutes of the International Airport and

only blocks from I-40, the Courtyard by Marriott® offers travelers easy

access and hassle-free downtown parking in their covered garage.

With 107 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, 42” flat panel

TVs, luxurious King or Queen beds, comfortable work spaces, high-

speed internet, and most importantly - fabulous downtown views from

every room, the Courtyard by Marriott® Downtown Amarillo offers an

experience no other hotel in Amarillo can match.

AMARILLO’S PARKVIEW HOUSE BED

& BREAKFAST INN

Rated the #1 Bed & Breakfast in Amarillo, Texas by “Trip Advisors”

guests, Amarillo’s Parkview House Bed & Breakfast Inn is located at

the edge of the historic district. It’s a perfect stop for an arts weekend

in Amarillo. The secluded cottage is the perfect romantic retreat or

honeymoon hideaway, especially for all those special occasions.

The Victorian home has five different rooms in the main house – all

individually decorated to create a different style and atmosphere for each.

A full living room with guest telephones and free internet access, full hot

tub access plus a kitchen with coffeemaker and microwave, and cold

drinks in the fridge complete the comfortable accommodations.

A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS AND A PASSION TO MAKE THAT COMMITMENT A REALITY.

A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS AND A PASSION TO MAKE THAT COMMITMENT A REALITY.

CRUSH WINE BAR AND DELI

At the corner of 7th & Polk, you will find a lively patio, where people gather

to celebrate the workday’s end or meet before a downtown dining or opera

event. Inside is a cafe setting, filled with smells of savory tapas and small plate

selections from around the world. At the deli counter, the sight of artisan cheeses

and meats chosen to compliment the impressive and ever-changing wine by-

the-glass selection (over 50). On one side a charming marble bar, backed with

Italian made Enomatic wine dispense and preservation systems; on the other, an

enclosed, climate controlled wine shop displaying a vast, 300+ bottle selection

of wines for here or retail to go. There is a little something here for everyone to

fall in love with, including the hard-to-find selections you would be challenged to

uncover anywhere else between Dallas and Denver.

OHMS

Nestled in historic downtown Amarillo, OHMS Café fuses the soul of Santa Fe

with the heart of the Panhandle. Attracting artists, entrepreneurs, suits, scarves

and working stiffs, OHMS’s cozy and quiet smoke free atmosphere provides the

perfect ambiance for a delicious and intimate dining experience. It all began with

Mary Fuller’s delicious cinnamon rolls. From these highly sought after breakfast

goodies, Mary quickly earned herself a reputation. Soon, with the encouragement

of friends, she went into the catering business with her sister. “I was working an

office job at the time and catering on the side. I talked to Jonathan Early, the

original owner of OHMS, about letting us rent the kitchen. He said, ‘No, but I’ll sell

you the place.’ So, long story made short - I became the owner.”

Where to Dine

THE AMARILLO CLUB

PRIVATE CLUB – FOR DINING BEFORE THE OPERA CONTACT AMARILLO OPERA

Experience a club whose meticulous attention to detail has earned it the

distinction for being the social, business and civic haven of the Golden Spread.

Experience the perfect blend of fine cuisine, excellent choice of wines and

sumptuous surroundings. It is the perfect setting in which to relax with the family

and friends, or to mix with business, social and cultural leaders.

The Amarillo Club was established in 1947. Since that time the Club has been a

place of romantic evenings, life event celebrations, business meetings, special

receptions and much more. The thirtieth and thirty-first floors, high above the

scenic Amarillo skyline, present an exceptional dining experience.

BL BISTRO

Behind Amarillo’s charming Wolflin Village Shopping Center, hides a delectable

bistro—one of Amarillo’s best kept secrets.

Experience intimate settings as you enjoy a variety of flavors that are bound to

tantalize your taste buds.

This locally owned bistro boasts of a luxurious extended lounge and patio, daily

Fresh Fish Specials, exquisite selections of wines, and numerous homemade

desserts.

NAPOLI’S OF AMARILLO

Experience a taste of Italy in the heart of Amarillo. Sit on a garden patio and soak

in the moonlight as you enjoy Italian bliss on a plate. Marinara is prepared fresh

every morning—bread rolls fresh throughout the day.

Whether you like pasta, pizza, sandwiches, seafood, or real Italian desserts, you

will leave full, and probably with a tempting to-go container.

Where to Dine

GET CONNECTEDAmarillo Opera wants to stay connected to you. Here are some of the

social networking venues available to connect with Amarillo Opera.

www.amarilloopera.org

M E M B E R S H I P G R O U P

BRAVOWe invite you to become a part of the Amarillo Opera family by joining our

membership group, BRAVO, with a gift of $40 or more to the Annual Fund. In

addition to receiving year-round special benefits just for friends, you will help

sustain Amarillo Opera’s commitment to regional artistry, artistic excellence

and adventurous repertory. Ticket revenue covers only 25% of annual

operating expenses, so we rely on your generosity to close the gap so that

we can continue to produce world-class opera in the Texas Panhandle.

A M A R I L L O O P E R A B R A V O M E M B E R S R E C E I V E T H E F O L L O W I N G P R I V I L E G E S A N D B E N E F I T S :

L E V E L S O F G I V I N GFriend (Family) | $50Friend (Individual) | $40

• FREE members-only summer membership party, featuring Amarillo Opera Artists-in-Residence.

• FREE backstage tour of the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts

• FREE subscription to E-Notes, Amarillo Opera’s email service, which includes special ticket offers, updates on season artists and video previews.

• Special discounts at the Operatique and on admission to select season events.

• Volunteer opportunities in the BRAVO opera guild.

Associate | $100All of the above, plus…

• Advance notice of single ticket sales and priority handling of single ticket orders.

• Recognition in the season program book.

• Invitations to Amarillo Opera’s premier social events.

Contributor | $250All of the above, plus…

• Two FREE reserved passes to attend your choice of a working rehearsal, subject to availability.

• FREE admission to Master Classes featuring Amarillo Opera’s Young Artists.

• FREE copy of Amarillo Opera’s Annual Report.

Patron | $500All of the above, plus…

• Two additional FREE reserved passes (a total of four) to your choice of a working rehearsal, subject to availability.

• Priority handling of requests for seating upgrades.

• Invitations to opening night cast parties.

• Review packet at the end of the season with a sampling of local and regional press reviews.

Impresario Society | $1,000All of the above, plus…

• Invitations to Picnics on Stage with the General Director and season artists.

• Reserved parking in the parking lot north of the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts.

• Recognition on the placard in the Globe-News Center lobby.

• Recognition in Amarillo Opera’s Annual Report.

Guarantor | $2,500All of the above, plus…

• FREE season poster.

• Exclusive “hotline” to the box office for special ticket requests.

• Two additional FREE reserved passes (six total) to your choice of four working rehearsals, subject to availability.

Benefactor | $5,000All of the above, plus…

• FREE reserved VIP parking.

• FREE season libretti.

• Four FREE Premium seats (a maximum of two per performance) upon request and subject to availability.

• Two additional FREE reserved passes (eight total) to your choice of four working rehearsals, subject to availability.

Producer | $10,000All of the above, plus…

• Invitations to a cast welcome party at the home of the General Director on the rim of the Palo Duro Canyon.

• Two additional Premium seats (a maximum of two per performance) for a total of six, upon request and subject to availabilty.

• VIP ticket concierge service, offering assistance in purchasing tickets at other opera companies.

Artists Circle | $25,000All of the above, plus…

• A special event hosted by the General Director.

• Program Book acknowledgment of main season support (on one of four opera title pages).

• Two additional Premium seats (a maximum of two per performance) for a total of eight, upon request and subject to availability

Directors Circle | $50,000All of the above, plus…

• Personalized “insider” gift benefits

Diamond Circle | $100,000All of the above, plus…

• Private season preview dinner with the General Director.

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FRIEND (FAMILY) ................................................................................................................$ 50.00

FRIEND (INDIVIDUAL) ........................................................................................................$ 40.00

ASSOCIATE ........................................................................................................................$ 100.00

CONTRIBUTOR ..................................................................................................................$ 250.00

PATRON ..............................................................................................................................$ 500.00

IMPRESARIO SOCIETY .....................................................................................................$ 1,000.00

GUARANTOR ......................................................................................................................$ 2,500.00

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PRODUCER ........................................................................................................................$ 10,000.00

ARTISTS CIRCLE .............................................................................................................. $ 25,000.00

DIRECTORS CIRCLE ........................................................................................................ $ 50,000.00

DIAMOND CIRCLE .............................................................................................................$100,000.00

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