Honoring the Opera Up Close Legacy with John Concepcion and Friends

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2 PM

Tickets: $39

 

Children and Students: $20

General Admission

   

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Celebrate John Concepción’s 16 years of Opera Up Close with this one-of-a-kind musical gridiron extravaganza!

Get ready for the ultimate mashup of music and football spirit! This isn’t your typical concert—it’s an operatic showdown with all the drama of game day.

The playbook is set for an epic battle: In the first half (AFC), Sopranos take on Mezzo Sopranos to see who can score the vocal touchdown. Then, the Halftime Show brings surprise ensembles and special numbers to keep the energy roaring before intermission. After the break, the second half (NFC) kicks off with Tenors versus Baritones in a clash of powerhouse voices. Finally, the champions of each conference will face off in the Finale, where one ultimate winner will claim the Opera Bowl 2026 trophy and bask in a confetti-filled celebration!

Your vote decides the winner! Scan the QR code during each performance to cheer for your favorites. Expect referee hijinks, penalty flags, and even sports-style commentary to keep things hilariously dramatic.

 

Featuring:

Diana Stoic Richardson, Soprano

Desirée Hassler, Soprano

Pamela Williams, Mezzo Soprano

Emily Price, Mezzo Soprano

Geoffrey Agpalo, Tenor

John Concepción, Tenor

Mike Cavalieri, Baritone

Nick Ward, Baritone

Paul Hamilton, Pianist

 

 

 

This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.
Funding for the Illinois Arts Council and its programs is provided by the State of Illinois and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

BUNDLE AND SAVE WITH A FLEX PACKAGE!

The Rat Pack

Lizzy and the Triggermen