Boston’s Community Opera | Boston Lyric Opera (original) (raw)

Skip to content

Boston’s Community OperaBrock Poirier2026-06-01T16:40:11-04:00

Boston’s Community Opera

Music by Carlos Simon
Libretto by Tracy K. Smith

Co-commissioned by Boston Lyric Opera and the Boston Symphony Orchestra

Symphony Hall

Saturday, May 8 | 2:00pm

An opera created by Boston, for Boston.

When Bostonians raise their voices, the result is unforgettable. Our new community opera, produced in collaboration with the City of Boston and dozens of community organizations, features hundreds of youth performers making Symphony Hall resound with the power of their collective artistry.

Co-commissioned by Boston Lyric Opera and the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO), this as-yet-untitled work from GRAMMY®-nominated BSO Composer Chair Carlos Simon and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and former U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith builds on the discoveries and community-oriented spirit of last season’s production of Noah’s Flood.

Shaped by stories shared by the public, this opera draws upon the lived experiences and dreams of Bostonians in a work that reflects the city’s richness, complexity, and spirit in a culmination of BLO’s mission at its best.

301 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115

Accessibility: For guests needing accommodations, Symphony Hall recommends arriving at the Cohen Wing entrance located at the front of Symphony Hall (251 Huntington Avenue), where there is a curb cut for wheelchairs and drop-off. Trained usher staff will be able to assist as needed with entering the hall and finding your seat location.
See more at the Symphony Hall’s Accessibility Page to learn more about accessible seating, large-print programs, assistive listening devices, and more. If you have questions about accessibility in the venue, please contact our Audience Services team so that we may best assist you at 617.542.6772 or boxoffice@blo.org.

Restrooms: All restrooms in Symphony Hall are accessible. There is also a gender neutral restroom on the first balcony level, near the Beranek Room.

Amenities: Food and beverages will be available for purchase before the performance and during intermission.

Coat Check: Coat and bag check availability may vary by performance. We encourage guests to travel light when possible.

About the Venue: A cornerstone of Boston’s cultural scene, Symphony Hall is one of the city’s most celebrated concert venues. Renowned for its exceptional acoustics and elegant architecture, it provides an iconic setting for world-class performances.

301 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115

Public Transportation

Symphony Hall is within walking distance of several MBTA stations:

Driving Directions

From the North:

From the South:

From the Mass Pike:

or

Parking

Nearby Restaurants:

Things to Do:

Whether you’re planning a full evening out or a quick stop before curtain, Boston’s Back Bay offers a dynamic mix of dining, culture, and city life just steps from Symphony Hall.

If you need any assistance or have any questions, please reach out to us at boxoffice@blo.org.

Upcoming BLO Events

Page load link

**THIS WEBSITE USES COOKIES.**We use cookies to personalize user experience on blo.org and analyze our web traffic. For these reasons, we may share your information about your use of our site with our analytics partners. For information, view our Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy. OK

Go to Top