Name: 2025 Opera Edwardsville at City Park
Start: 2025-09-05T19:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-09-05T21:30:00-05:00
Location: Edwardsville City Park

Opera Edwardsville at Edwardsville City Park
September 5 at 7:30pm
Free event: No tickets required!
For information: www.operaedwardsville.org
Guest Artists:
Tracy Cantin, soprano
Ann Toomey, soprano
Kayleigh Decker, mezzo-soprano
Chaz’men Williams-Ali, tenor
Laureano Quant, baritone
Student spotlight:
Mark Hill
With accompaniment by:
Joseph Welch, pianist and OE Artist-in-Residence
With emcee:
Chase Hopkins, OE Founder & Artistic Director
CONCERT INFORMATION:
Opera Edwardsville is thrilled to present its award-winning annual outdoor concert at Edwardsville City Park on September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM! Stars of the opera world take the stage for an open air concert of grand operatic highlights and favorite selections from the golden era of musical theater. Show your support for our community’s vibrant arts scene by attending this free event. No tickets are required—simply bring your picnic, lawn chair, friends, and love of music!
Private donor pre-concert party at Carrollton Bank.
Champagne reception to follow at the Edwardsville Public Library patio.
Edwardsville City Park: 101 S. Buchanan St, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Don’t miss out on this incredible evening of music and community!
Pre-Concert Dining at Cleveland Heath!
Before the show, grab a delicious bite at Cleveland Heath, just a minute’s walk from Edwardsville City Park! Enjoy a special pre-performance menu crafted by their chef—perfect for fueling up before the concert.
Cleveland Heath is located at 106 N Main St, Edwardsville, IL 62025. Don't miss out on this tasty prelude to an amazing night of music!
Enjoy the Concert in Comfort at Edwardsville City Park!
We’d love for you to join us at Edwardsville City Park for a fun and relaxed evening of music! Feel free to bring your picnics and lawn chairs so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the show under the stars. It’s the perfect way to experience this free outdoor concert with family and friends—just remember to pack your favorite snacks and comfy seating! See you there!
A Special Thank You for Our Donors!
As a token of our appreciation, donors will enjoy exclusive access to a pre-performance reception hosted by Carrollton Bank—the perfect way to kick off an unforgettable evening. After the concert, join us for a champagne toast and a meet-and-greet with the artists on the beautiful outdoor patio of the Edwardsville Public Library. It’s our way of saying thank you for your continued support and for making events like this possible!
Cutting-Edge Sound Experience!
This event will feature cutting-edge amplification powered by Aphorism Studios from Chicago, led by the renowned audio engineer Dan Nichols. Named Person of the Year in Classical Music by the Chicago Tribune in 2021, Dan’s innovative digital collaborations with arts organizations during the pandemic have set a new standard in sound. Get ready for a truly immersive listening experience!