Arias Aloft: Chromatic

Join us for a magical evening of opera and circus at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill! Spread a blanket on the ground, or bring your own chair for a family-friendly evening in a stunning outdoor setting.

Circus 617 and Opera Untapped combine two thrilling art forms against one of the Commonwealth's most breathtaking backdrops in Boylston, MA. With vocal acrobatics and physical virtuosity courtesy of some of New England’s leading circus artists and classical singers, this performance showcases opera, musical theater, and cabaret classics paired with breathtaking original circus acts.

Inspired by the stunning natural surroundings of the Botanic Gardens, Arias Aloft: Chromatic is shaped by the colors of the natural world—drawing audiences into a living landscape of music and movement, capturing the beauty of a New England summer.

Featuring 

Circus Artists: Rachel Barringer, Mandy Hackman, Alexis Hedrick, Caroline Wright

Opera Artists: Allyson Bennett, Mary Kray, Kathryn McKellar, Erin Merceruio-Nelson, David Rivera Bozon, and Lindsay Albert (pianist)

Creative Directors: Kathryn McKellar and Ellen Waylonis

Tickets: Member Adult: $26; Member Youth (age 4-12): $8 /Adult: $36; Youth (age 4-12): $12

Children 3 and under: Free (must still register)

Rain date: July 13th 6-7:30 PM

About the Artists:

Circus 617 is a collective dedicated to highlighting Boston-area circus artists in new works of contemporary circus, created right here in the city we love. Circus 617 productions meld the spectacular, expressive physicality of circus with theatrical and musical methods of storytelling. Learn more about Circus 617's projects, including touring productions and recurring performance series, at www.circus617.com. 

About Opera Untapped

Opera Untapped brings the power of the classical voice to life in unexpected spaces, creating performances that are bold, intimate, and unforgettable.www.operauntapped.com