Now entering our second decade, Southern Ontario Lyric Opera (SOLO) remains a vibrant force dedicated to preserving opera for long-time aficionados while introducing this exquisite art form to new audiences through community outreach.
In Memoriam
We remember with deep appreciation two of our long-time orchestra members who generously shared their time and musical talents over the years.
Jackie Sutherland (Viola) | Graham Young (Principal Trumpet )
ANNOUNCING OUR 2026/2027 MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS
The Barber of Seville
When: Saturday, October 3 at 7:30 PM
Where: Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC)
Details: This two act opera, composed by Gioachino Rossini with Italian libretto by Cesare Sterbini, based on Pierre Beaumarchais’s French comedy by the same name. Features amazing soloists, the SOLO Orchestra, and a male/female mixed chorus that offers the audience a contemporary, integrated experience.
Cavalleria rusticana
When: Saturday, March 13 at 7:30 PM
Where: Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC)
Details: Pietro Mascagni’s powerful one-act masterpiece with Italian libretto by Giovanni Targioni-Tozzetti and Guido Menasci, adapted from a short story and subsequent play of the same name by Giovanni Verga. .
Spring production (TBD)
When: Saturday, May 15 at 7:30 PM
Where: Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC)
Details: To be paired with another opera. Mark your calendars—details coming soon!
COMMUNITY CONCERTS & EVENTS
3-Tenor Benefit Concert | Friday, December 4 | St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church (Hamilton)
Abruzzese Federation Concert | Wednesday, December 16 | St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church (Hamilton)
Seasonal Concert | Sunday, December 20 | St. Luke’s Anglican Church (Burlington)
We also continue to be deeply engaged in the community and will continue with our educational talks and outreach events. Stay tuned for upcoming events and dates.
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SUPPORT SOLO
Opera is a complex and costly art form to produce. Because ticket sales only cover a fraction of our expenses, your support makes a vital difference. Donations of $20 or more will receive a charitable tax receipt.
How to Donate:
Online: Click our secure DONATE link.
E-Transfer: Send your donation to soloopera2@gmail.com .
Cheque: Mail your cheque payable to: Southern Ontario Lyric Opera
206-55 Etta Wylie Rd., Etobicoke, ON M8V 3Z8
Thank you for supporting the arts and keeping opera alive in our community!
Sabatino Vacca | Founder, Artistic Director and Conductor
Southern Ontario Lyric Opera (SOLO)
