Bryker Woods Elementary 5th grade opera

Bryker Woods Elementary School has been producing a 5th grade opera for the past ten years under the direction of music teacher and opera singer Melody Long.

The opera is composed, performed, designed, planned, and promoted entirely by the 5th grade. Students design sets and lighting, gather props, get publicity, run an opera café, design make-up and costumes, and write and compose the opera.

The Bryker Woods 5th grade opera is based on a successful program developed by the Metropolitan Opera in New York. The local Austin Lyric Opera provides key advice and support to local students.

This year’s Midnight Sun Opera Company presents “Maniac Magee!” On December 5th, a boy named Maniac Magee will speed into town to thrill audiences with his amazing feats of running fast and uniting people who disagree. Maniac Magee is the main character of Jerry Spinelli’s novel of the same name, a favorite of 5th graders who chose it for their annual opera production.

The production is free and open to the public. Arrive early to enjoy treats from the Opera Café and 10th anniversary commemorative t-shirts. Fifth grade opera alumni are encouraged to attend!

All past, present, and future 5th graders at Bryker Woods Elementary are invited to celebrate 10 years of producing original opera! Opera alumni are especially invited to come celebrate and buy a commemorative 10-year anniversary t-shirt!

PRODUCTION DATES & TIME:
7:00 pm Wednesday, December 5th - OPENING NIGHT!
7:00 pm Thursday, December 6th – CLOSING NIGHT!

LOCATION: Bryker Woods Elementary School, Auditorium, 3309 Kerbey Lane, 414-2054