Toledo Opera Presents: Opera Cabaret

Published Friday, November 7, 2025

Toledo Opera will present Opera Cabaret on Friday, November 14, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Toledo Opera offices (425 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 601, Toledo, OH 43604). The event will feature performances by the Toledo Opera Resident Artists and members of the Toledo Opera Chorus. This event is free and open to the public.

Opera Cabaret will be hosted by Toledo Opera Artistic Director Kevin Bylsma. Refreshments will be provided. A freewill donation will be accepted on the evening of the event and will be used to sustain and develop the Toledo Opera Chorus.

For Toledo Opera Artistic Director, Kevin Bylsma, the return of Opera Cabaret is both a celebration of local talent and a chance to connect more personally with the community: “Following the success of last season’s Opera Cabaret performances, we are excited to return for another informal program of operatic and musical theater favorites, featuring our Resident Artists and members of the Toledo Opera Chorus. With gorgeous music, delicious snacks, and beautiful wine, this promises to be a memorable event – one that you won’t want to miss!”

Opera Cabaret is performance series developed by Toledo Opera to spotlight the artistry and talent of the Toledo Opera Chorus. The program was conceived following the company’s production of South Pacific, which featured a small and specialized ensemble. In response, the artistic staff created Opera Cabaret as a platform to fully showcase the chorus – a group regarded as the heart of Toledo Opera. Comprised of regional and local professional singers, the Toledo Opera Chorus plays an essential role in bringing each mainstage production to life. These dedicated artists generously contribute their time, talent, and passion to the company. Opera Cabaret offers them the opportunity to shine in a more intimate setting, while also deepening connections with the community through varied vocal selections and engaging performances.

Opera Cabaret is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit toledoopera.org. For media access, please contact Rachael Cammarn at rcammarn@toledoopera.org.