An evening of Opera at the Lakeport Opera House

LACONIA — With a nod to its history, the Lakeport Opera House will premier an evening with two world renowned opera singers, Meredith Hansen and Sandra Piques Eddy, on Aug. 13 at 7:30 p.m. As the first opera show in over 60 years, the night will feature arias and duets from the most iconic operas and songs from the “Golden Age” of American musical theatre bringing the venue back to its 140-year-old roots.

“We are going to be bringing in some high notes for avid opera fans and those new to the art form,” said Emma Teto, Lakeport Opera House talent director. “There’s nothing like the visceral thrill of an un-amplified voice filling the theater. We want everyone to feel welcomed at the opera and encourage those who have never experienced it to come try something new.”

The opera show will feature Hansen, soprano; Eddy, mezzo soprano; and Brian Moll, collaborative pianist, with music by Mozart, Bizet and Puccini as well as classics from renowned composers including George Gershwin, Leonard Bernstein and Irving Berlin. The trio will perform well-known arias and duets from Carmen, La Bohème and more as well as more exotic arias and American standards, like “Someone To Watch Over Me.”

“This beautiful region is so dear to me and part of who I am spending time with family in the area and being a New Englander at heart,” said Hansen. “To be here in this stunning theatre, sharing some of my favorite repertoire is both a privilege and a gift.”

For more information on events and to purchase tickets in advance, visit lakeportopera.com.