Union Avenue Opera
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Union Avenue Opera offers affordable, professional opera in original languages. Louis region.
The mission of Union Avenue Opera is to provide professional opportunities for gifted, emerging artists and to offer vibrant and affordable opera experiences in original languages to audiences that reflect the breadth and diversity of the St. Believing that the arts are vital to the health and reputation of a community, Union Avenue Opera is committed to its urban setting, educational outreach and artistic integrity.
08/04/2026
Don't let the language keep you from discovering opera.
"The entire opera is performed in Italian, and it is remarkable how fluently and beautifully this cast navigates the language. Thanks to effectively placed English supertitles, anyone with a good view of either side of the stage can follow the comic mischief without missing a beat."
Whether it's Italian, French, or German, every Union Avenue Opera production is performed in its original language with English supertitles, making it easy to follow the story while experiencing the music exactly as it was written. Embrace the language, let the music speak, and discover the power of original language opera.
While L'elisir d'amore has concluded its run, you can still purchase tickets to Saint-Sëans' French masterpiece Samson et Dalila running August 14, 15, 21, 22
L’Elisir d’Amore – A Tasty and Timeless Brew from Union Avenue Opera Charles Calotta as Nemorino and Junhan Choi as Belcore in UAO’s L’elsir d’amore. Photo Dan Dovan. For the second show of its summer season, Union Avenue Opera serves up the curiou…
07/31/2026
Rain putting a damper on your weekend plans?
Don't worry. We've got the cure. The miracle cure. The Elixir of Love.
Escape the weather and join us for the final two performances of Donizetti's charming L'elisir d'amore. Filled with laughter, romance, and unforgettable music, it's the perfect way to brighten a rainy evening.
🎟️ Final performances: July 31 & August 1
🎫 Get your tickets today at UnionAvenueOpera.org
All the village girls are swooning over Nemorino. We think you will be too! Don’t miss Charles Calotta’s heartfelt performance of the beloved Aria “Una furtiva lagrima.” One of opera’s most beautiful moments, and one you won’t soon forget. Final performance July 31 and August 1
The ladies have discovered the truth about Nemorino … and they can’t help celebrating.
We think you’ll be celebrating too once you discover L’elisir d’amore at Union Avenue Opera. You’ll leave smiling, humming, and wondering why you didn’t buy your tickets sooner.
🎟️ Final performances: July 31 & August 1
🎫 Reserve your seats today! UnionAvenueOpera.org
07/28/2026
"I can think of no better introduction to opera than the L’elisir d’amore ... Patrons who enjoyed Union Avenue’s Fiddler on the Roof ought to give “L’elisir d’amore” a try even if they do not consider themselves opera fans" says Gerry Kowarsky
Review of “L’elisir d’amore” at Union Avenue Opera
https://hecmedia.org/posts/review-of-lelisir-damore-at-union-avenue-opera
Photo by Dan Donovan Photography
07/28/2026
While the official reviews are still being published, our audiences have already made up their minds, and L'elisir d'amore is NOT TO BE MISSED!
Their words say it better than we ever could. Take a look at what operagoers are saying, then experience it for yourself during our final two performances.
🎟️ July 31 & August 1
🎫 Reserve your seats today!
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733 N. Union Boulevard
St. Louis, MO
63108
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10am - 3pm |
| Tuesday | 10am - 3pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 3pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 3pm |
| Friday | 10am - 3pm |