Thursdays | American Opera? Some might be surprised to learn there even is such a thing. Others are already big fans. Engage with Dr. Clifford “Kip” Cranna, Dramaturg (Scholar in Residence) Emeritus of San Francisco Opera.
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something askew. Enjoy Kip Cranna's pre-talk of "The Marriage of Figaro"
4 Classes, Mondays | Puccini, Please! The Life, Times, and Works of the World's Favorite Opera Composer: Opera fans love Giacomo Puccini. His beautiful operas like "La Boheme," "Tosca," "Madama Butterfly," and "Turandot" thrill us with his soaring melodies and move us with his pathos. But let’s take a closer look at Puccini’s world and discover what lies behind the music. No previous opera background required. Just watch, listen, and enjoy.
Who’s Afraid of Opera?
Celebrating Opera Lectures with Kip Cranna
San Francisco Opera’s Dramaturg Emeritus Kip Cranna will take us on a musical tour weekend through the full spectrum of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s operatic genius. No previous opera background required. Just watch, listen, and enjoy.
Danube River Cruise "Celebration of Music" with Dr. Kip Cranna
July 5, 2028 to July 12, 2028
AmaWaterways' 164 passenger AmaSonata
7-Night Cruise with 2-Pre-Cruise Nights in Budapest