Last weekend at the Missouri Theatre, Mizzou’s talented student opera ensemble, Show-Me Opera, delivered two incredible performances of Engelbert Humperdinck’s “Hansel & Gretel.”

Nearly 450 audience members attended each elaborately staged performance, and entrance was free for all K-12 and Mizzou students, as well as for our faculty and staff. The production featured a cast of 30 singers and accompaniment by 30 members of the Mizzou Symphony Orchestra, led by Dr. John McKeever, and was made possible through support from the James and Vera Olson Fund for the Arts.

It’s remarkable for a university to have a dedicated undergraduate opera program, and Show-Me Opera is proud to invite both music majors and non-majors to participate. The ensemble is led by Christina Ray, visiting assistant professor of voice, and Steven Tharp, associate professor of voice, both from the School of Music.

Across its many programs, Mizzou’s School of Music continues to deliver world-class experiences that enrich our campus and the entire Columbia community. Congratulations to all involved on a memorable production!

— Mun