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April 24, 2026 7:30pm April 25, 2026 2:00pm
Free
Mid-America Performing Arts Alliance Season Finale: Carmen in Concert
All Ages
Composer: George Bizet
Librettist: Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy
Music Director: Hugo Vera
Conductor: Jesse Henkensiefken
Friday, April 24 | 7:30pm
Saturday, April 25 | 2:00pm
FREE
Join the Mid-America Performing Arts Alliance (MAPAA) as they present Bizet’s Carmen for Four! With a reduced score and orchestra, you will enjoy the incredible operatic stylings of Soprano Laurgen Auge, Tenor Hugo Vera, Mezzo-Soprano Hayley Shoemaker, and Baritone DJ Jordan. The opera of all operas, Carmen is packed with some of the most recognizable tunes in the operatic world, a favorite for the most die hard opera fan or for one who is just being introduced.
MAPAA is a 501c3 Non Profit that aims to musically enrich underserved communities throughout Northeast Kansas, creating high caliber music performance and educational opportunities in a welcoming atmosphere that is accessible for all. There is no cost for admission, however tickets are required for both performances. Visit www.mapaa.org for further information.
Presented by Mid-America Performing Arts Alliance in partnership with the Lawrence Arts Center.