One of the most beloved operas of all time, La Bohème returns to Austin Opera. Puccini’s soaring, aching melodies perfectly capture the emotion of every moment, from the exhilaration of young love at first sight to the story’s heartbreaking conclusion.
April 30 – May 3, 2026
The 2026-2027 season features a world premiere commission, an exclusive Texas premiere, and the highly anticipated opening of the Butler Performance Center. Four magnificent productions take the stage with exquisite costumes, stunning sets & visuals, and world-class operatic voices!
Austin Opera’s Summer Vocal Camp is an immersive, week-long experience designed for rising high school singers (grades 9-12) who are serious about growing their vocal technique, performance skills, and confidence - whether they’re exploring music for the first time or preparing for college auditions.
Your support ensures that opera remains a vital, accessible part of Austin’s cultural life. Because of you, we present three exceptional productions at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, employ more than 300 local artists and creatives, and bring meaningful arts learning to more than 15,000 students across Central Texas each year.
Austin Opera announced the public phase of a capital campaign to support a new performing arts center and company headquarters – the next major step in the company’s evolution as an essential partner in Austin’s performing arts scene.
