On Friday, October 25, 2024, companies, artists, opera lovers, and professionals will come together to celebrate World Opera Day, honoring the art form and its rich legacy.

This day marks the birthday of Georges Bizet, composer of the beloved opera Carmen, which deeply influenced the life and legacy of Madame Mary Cardwell Dawson, founder of the National Negro Opera Company.

Mary Cardwell Dawson’s story is currently featured in an exhibit titled “Open Wide the Door” at the Charlotte Museum of History.

On Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., we will honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire future generations with an evening of music and discovery.

Join us for an immersive experience featuring Charlotte’s vocal and classical music community as you tour the museum.