OperaFest: Opera in the Movies

Opera has always been at the heart of cinema’s most unforgettable moments — and Florida Grand Opera brings that magic to life under the open sky. Opera in the Movies pairs live orchestra, chorus, and world-class voices with iconic film scenes playing overhead in real time. From the prison yard of Shawshank Redemption to the heartbreak of Philadelphia, from Bugs Bunny conducting Rossini to the Diva Dance of The Fifth Element, these are the songs that scored our lives — performed live, as they were always meant to be heard. No prior opera experience required. Just a blanket, someone you love, and a night you won’t forget.