SFO Education Programs

Families and Kids
We offer seasonal, immersive arts programs for ages 10–18.
Adults
Meet other opera lovers and learn more about the art form in workshops, panels, and more.
Students and Educators
Learn about our program offerings for all grade levels.
Opera Guild Education Programs
Learn about the Guild's engaging programs for ages five to ninety-five.

Family and Kid Programs

Family Fun Fridays

Developed as part of the Opera ARIA (Arts Resources in Action) Program, these videos showcase original songs and compositions by student creators. Frequently based on a specific text, the subject matter covers a broad range of socially and historically relevant themes, ranging from immigration to environment and figures throughout history.

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Family and Kid Programs

Adventures in Opera Land

Join Bearitone—your favorite Opera Bear—for fun, musical workshops for children! Perfect for families with children in grades Pre-K to 3rd grade.

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Adult Programs

Opera Previews

Learn more about this season's operas in these 90-minute previews led by lively opera experts. Presented by San Francisco Opera Guild.

Adult Programs

Opera Club

Are you a current/retired educator who is interested in opera? Join a group of opera enthusiasts and support school teachers and youth group leaders!

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Students and Educator Programs

Opera ARIA (Arts Resources in Action)

Opera ARIA (Arts Resources in Action) programs connect professional, artistic, and creative elements with classroom curricula. Through the lens of opera, students are introduced to music, creative writing, dance, theater and visual arts. Choose from the Aria Residency (Grades K–6) and Jerry Rosenstein Arts Project (JRAP) (Grades 6–8)

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Student and Educator Programs

Stream Opera in an Hour Movies

Opera in an Hour Movies, abridged versions of San Francisco Opera main stage performances, are available for free for teachers at educational institutions in the nine Bay Area counties to use in their classrooms.

Lesson plans and educator materials are also available for each movie for a richer, deeper learning experience for students.

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