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Washington National Opera Tickets

Washington National Opera Tickets

Washington National Opera Concert Tickets

Get yourself Washington National Opera tickets to see the historic and celebrated American opera in Washington D.C. The Washington National Opera was founded by Washington Star music critic Day Thorpe and other music professionals. It was first named the Opera Society of Washington because it was decided that the nation’s capital should have its own opera company. Its inaugural production was on January 31, 1957. It was created with the mission of cultivating artistic excellence, engaging with a broad community, and a thriving future for opera and its audiences. The Washington National Opera includes members of the National Symphony Orchestra for the pit, and engaged Paul Callaway, organist and choirmaster of Washington Cathedral, as music director. Initially, performances were held in George Washington University’s Lisner Auditorium Conductor Paul Callaway held rehearsals in New York.

The opera was received by Congressional designation as the National Opera Company in 2000. Performances are now held at the Opera House of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and is currently one of America’s largest opera companies. Plácido Domingo became artistic director in 1996 and general director in 2003, he did many great works to better the Washington National Opera. Domingo created new works, diversified the opera, broadcasted performances on television and founded Washington National Opera’s Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program which is now one of the premier training residencies for aspiring rising artists about to start their careers

Purchase your Washington National Opera tickets on our site to see this renowned opera. They have performed hundreds of classical favorites in the past decades, some are Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, Tchaikovsky’s The Queen of Spades, Handel’s Alcina.

Washington National Opera Ticket Prices

Tickets will vary in prices. Prices can change depending on concert content, time of year, seat quality and event popularity. TicketSmarter has more specific prices for Washington National Opera tickets when you select an event and seat.

How much are Washington National Opera tickets?

Washington National Opera typically performs at its home theater Opera House of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Seating for the orchestra section which is closest to the stage can be anywhere between $320-$450. The next section back is the box tier which can price $250-$330 per seat. First-tier seating will be in between $115-$200. For the lowest price, look for seats in the second tier which will be least proximate to the stage, but cost around $90 for a seat.

The most you'll pay for Washington National Opera tickets is $708.80, but many productions often have cheap Washington National Opera tickets listed for as low as $59.79 a ticket. $473.60 is typically the average price you'll pay to see a live performance of Washington National Opera.

Washington National Opera Tour Dates & Concert Schedule

The Washington National Opera performs fall and spring seasons in the Kennedy Center Opera House. They also do performances on Millennium Stage and at other venues at the Center and throughout Washington, D.C. In the past, they have done international tours.

The 2024 production of Washington National Opera has 1 performances remaining on its show schedule. Washington National Opera next performance is scheduled for May 11th, 2024 at 7:00pm. Watch this stunning performance for yourself at the Opera House - Kennedy Center at 2700 F Street, NW Washington, DC. There are 78 Washington National Opera: Turandot tickets available for this performance with ticket prices from $59.79 - $708.80.

When do Washington National Opera tickets go on sale?

Washington National Opera tickets become available soon after show dates are released. Show dates can be released anywhere from eight months to a year before the first show. Check TicketSmarter often for Washington National Opera tickets for specific show dates.

Washington National Opera Seating Chart

Most concerts are held in the 2,200 seat Kennedy Center Opera House. For best views of the performers, look into purchasing tickets in the orchestra section. Behind this, is the box tier which still offers decent proximity to the stage. The first or second-tier seating sections are balcony seats which are further away from the stage. You can view seats and prices on TicketSmarter with the interactive seating chart.

Washington National Opera will make its final curtain call on May 25th, 2024 at 7:00pm at the Opera House - Kennedy Center. This last production Washington National Opera: Turandot will be held at 2700 F Street, NW Washington, DC. There are 78 seats listed for this performance, with prices ranging from $59.79 - $708.80. Secure your spot in the audience by ordering your Washington National Opera tickets today with TicketSmarter.

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Washington National Opera Tour Dates

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05/11/2024 - 05/25/2024
Washington, DC