
Something that I love about the War Memorial Opera House is that there is so many performances to see here with over sixty different performances of nine operas throughout the year. Originally built as a memorial to the soldiers who died in World War 1, in 1927 for 4 million dollars, this gorgeous structure has been turned into one of the most beloved opera houses anywhere.

It's scheduled every Monday (except holidays) and leaves from the Grove Street Entrance of Davies Symphony Hall. If you would love to take a look at the inside of the War Memorial Opera House, but don't have tickets to a show, you can grab a spot on their Performing Arts Tour.

Performing Arts Tour (Not Being Offered at this Time) The Fall season runs from early September to the middle of December.ĭuring this season the SF Opera usually has 4 to 6 operas for you to choose from when you come here. They usually have about 3 performances during this time. The SF Opera's summer season starts in early June and runs until early July. Known for both classic and contemporary operas, it is always cutting edge and you can be sure to find something you'll love when you visit our beautiful city. The first performance was La Boheme and it continues to amaze and enthrall audiences ever since. The War Memorial Opera House has been home to the SF Opera since its opening in 1923. Here are just a few of the upcoming performances with the SF Ballet at the War Memorial Opera House. It is always one of my must see events every year! This show is always a fan favorite and sells out quickly so you will definitely want to plan and buy your tickets as soon as you can. The season runs from January to May and the last performance is always on Mother's Day so it can be a wonderful way to surprise mom.Ī special event is The Nutcracker which usually starts the second week of December and runs until Christmas Day. Many of the best dancers, and artistic directors, from all over the world have performed and worked here. Known for being extremely eclectic and one of the world's best dance companies, you will be able to see performances ranging from classical to contemporary depending on the dates you visit here. The ballet was founded in 1933 and was the first professional ballet in the US. SF BalletĪll performances by the San Francisco Ballet are in the War Memorial Opera House.

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