Fundraiser: One Ounce Opera's Austin Premieres in FRESH-SQUEEZED OUNCE OF OPERA, April 15 and 16, 2016

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Introducing the Inaugural Fresh Squeezed Ounce of Opera (FSOO)

The first "mini-opera-showcase" of its kind in Austin, FSOO's focus is on new short contemporary operas, 10-20 minutes in length. Enjoy the regional and world premieres of FIVE varied, cutting edge pieces presented in an alternative space -- IN ENGLISH.

After a competitive national call for composer submissions, this year's works have been chosen.

And YOU will make it happen!

Be there for the beginning of FSOO, and for a taste of the future of opera. Every ounce counts.

Performance dates are:

Staged at the Museum of Human Achievement in East Austin, which has a private address. There will not be traditional tickets sold for this event -- admission is by donation only. A limited number of RSVPs will be released closer to show dates as space allows. Secure your FSOO seats today with your gift of $20 or more!

Produced by One Ounce Opera, and supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department. One Ounce Opera is a sponsored project of the Austin Creative Alliance.

Why a Short Opera Showcase?

You walk into a new brewery. Their tap wall is expansive. Dark, familiar, complex, light. You choose the sampler to satisfy your curiosity -- and turn you on to something new.

FSOO is that sampler. This year's curated program will introduce five thoughtful new short operatic works IN ENGLISH to an eclectic audience. Topics are varied, current, inquisitive, and historical. We guarantee you'll experience something fresh and unexpected.

It's no secret the popularity of classical arts has been waning. There is a need to foster creation of new American opera and give young composers and librettists an opportunity to have their works staged. By supporting FSOO, you will be contributing to opera's strong contemporary voice!

How else can I contribute?

If you would like to make a TAX-DEDUCTIBLE donation to One Ounce Opera in any amount, visit our secure portal, sponsored by the Austin Creative Alliance. Again, every ounce counts!

Who is One Ounce Opera?

One Ounce Opera (OOO) of Austin, TX is a performing arts company dedicated to "re-imagining opera in unexpected spaces," placing OOO in the forefront of the alt-classical movement. Our 20+ ensemble members are curious and flexible professionals who live and work in the Austin area. The Fresh Squeezed Ounce series aligns perfectly with our mission and our passion to celebrate storytelling through the dynamic medium of opera.

OOO has been featured on KVUE, KMFA, KUTX, KOOP, KVRX, on Austin 360 and in the Austin Chronicle, and performed as part of EAST, Fusebox, SoundSpace at the Blanton, HONKTX!, during SXSW, PRIDE Austin, and the Downtown Tree Lighting. OOO was founded in 2012.

Fresh Squeezed Ounce of Opera
by various
One Ounce Opera

Friday-Saturday,
April 15 - April 16, 2016

Museum of Human Achievement
3600 Lyons Road
Austin, TX, 78702

Three shows at the Museum of Human Achievement, in the parking lot at 3600 Lyons.
Friday, April 15th at 8pm
Saturday, April 16th a t 4 pm and 8 pm

This project is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department. One Ounce Opera is a sponsored project of the Austin Creative Alliance.