Education and Outreach

One of the core tenets of VLOC's mission is educate our community about the operatic tradition and ensure that the artform remains accessible and relevant far into the future. To that end, VLOC often participates in community events around Rockville and the Greater DC area getting the word out about opera through live performances, lectures, and specialized programing. Be on the lookout for VLOC in your neighborhood throughout the year!

Children's Theater

In 2018 VLOC stepped into the world of children's opera-theater with our production of John Davies' Jack and the Beanstalk at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn. Since that time the company has continue programing children's operas and even brought shows into local public schools.

VLOC's goal is to continue to bring opera to the next generation by producing works which are engaging, educational, and fun for the whole family!

For more information and inquiries about bringing VLOC's children's program to a venue or school near you contact us at victorianlyricopera@gmail.com.

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Lectures, Talkbacks, and Tours, oh my!

What better way to engage with the community than to give our audiences a first-hand look at the tremendous amount of work that goes into each production!

During the run of each main-stage show VLOC provides guests the opportunity to engage further the the company through backstage-tours, pre-show lectures, and post-show talkbacks with the cast and crew. All of these events are FREE and open to the public.

Backstage tours and post-show talkbacks take place before and after the first Sunday matinee performance of show's run. Tours begin promptly at 12:45 PM and last approximately 45 minutes. Stick around after the show to get the opportunity to ask questions of the cast and crew in the theater lobby.

Pre-show lectures are held before shows outside of the standard operatic repertoire. Topics for each lecture vary and may include: musical composition, historical background, the opera's subject matter, etc. Be sure to check the show information when purchasing tickets to know if and when a lecture is being held.

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Community Events

For its over 40 year history VLOC has been generously supported by the citizens of Montgomery County and the City of Rockville. One of the many ways we give back to the community is through participation in local events throughout the year.

Annual events which VLOC members participate in include the City of Rockville's Hometown Holidays, Independence Day Celebrations, F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre's annual Holiday Festival, and more!

Upcoming Events
Due to the ever-evolving nature of the Covid-19 pandemic no events have been scheduled at this time. Continue to watch our Shows & Events page for updates throughout the year.

Shows & Events