Highlands Opera Studio
August 2 to August 30
Haliburton, ON
Each August, young opera professionals from across Canada and beyond gather in Haliburton for an intensive four weeks of training in aspects of the art. Under co-artistic directors Richard Margison and Valerie Kuinka as well as many seasoned professionals, the participants attend classes, receive one on one mentoring and participate in public performances. The presentations include master classes and excerpts concerts, one of which will be presented on an outdoor stage at the Bone Lake Amphitheatre in the Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve. This year the ensemble will also present La Tragedie de Carmen by Peter Brook and Mozart's The Magic Flute.
705-457-9933
www.highlandsoperastudio.com
The Celtic Roots Festival is an annual celebration of all things Celtic! Fiddle tunes drive the feet while songs touch the heart. Enjoy the best of the Celtic world and world-famous sunsets, all in beautiful Lions' Harbour overlooking Lake Huron. Enjoy fresh local food, a children's area and over 60 hours of music on five stages. Day and weekend passes are available. Also be sure to check out our Celtic College and Celtic Kids Day Camp – experience the best of Celtic culture for all ages!
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