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The Sarasota Opera is celebrating its 55th season and is not to be missed! Since 1983 the company has been under the artistic leadership of Victor DeRenzi. Since then, the company has garnered international attention with its Masterwork Revivals Series, which presents neglected works of artistic merit, as well as the Verdi Cycle producing the complete works of Giuseppe Verdi.

The winning bidder will have the opportunity to attend one of the following operas.

Il trovatore - A troubador's quest for love, a soldier's lust, and a mother's undying thirst for vengeance is the story of this dramatic opera by Verdi.  Premiered in 1853, Il trovatore features such operatic favorites as the great "Di quella pira" for tenor and the famous "Anvil Chorus." 

The Flying Dutchman - Ancient lore comes to life in the tale of a cursed sea captain forced to wander the world, ultimately finding redemption in the selfless gift of a woman's love.  Last seen in Sarasota in 2000, the unbridled weight and force of Wagner's THE FLYING DUTCHMAN will enthrall audiences as they voyage through this mystical world.

The Sarasota Opera House completed a $20 million historic renovation and restoration in 2008. The project was designed to restore the historic 1926 theater to its original glory, while creating a venue for opera for the 21st century.  Decorative details have been restored, seating has been replaced, and the orchestra pit almost doubled in size to accomodate operas that require larger orchestras.

Item Special Note

Winning bidder will have opportuntiy to attend Il trovatore at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, March 7, 2014 OR The Flying Dutchman at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2014.

The winning bidder must present the complimentary ticket voucher letter to the Sarasota Opera House Box Office between February 1, 2014 and February 28, 2014 to receive the tickets.  The certificate may not be redeemed the day of the performance.  The certificate has no cash value and expires on March 15, 2014.

Please note:

• All performances are subject to availability
• Not all dates or productions may be available when the ticket is redeemed
• The gift certificate is non-transferable and must be used during the 2014 season.
• Any dispute must be addressed to the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer's Institute.
• Transportation to and from the Sarasota Opera House is the responsibility of the successful bidder.