2021 Opera in the Park
Gates open at 6pm | Concert starts at 7pm
Our 4th annual Opera in the Park performance at Garfield Park will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021. This outdoor concert will feature an all-Indiana line-up of music superstars, including international opera soprano Angela Brown and Maestro Alfred Savia, along with special guests, our featured pianist, Joshua A. Thompson ("Sock Joplin") and, Indianapolis' very own opera tenor, Ganson Salmon. This season's talented Resident Artists and the Indianapolis Opera Chorus will also be featured throughout the evening. Enjoy the very spacious park while picnicking with friends and family and wonderful music.
This event is free, however, please consider a suggested donation of at least $10 per person to support the Indianapolis Opera. Your donation will help to continue this free concert to the neighbor's of South Indy and Garfield Park Community who love live music and singing.
Reservations are required - Limited attendance of 1000
There will be plenty of space for social distancing at the outdoor amphitheater.
Thank you to our sponsor, Indiana Spine Group, and our partners, the Indianapolis Park and Recreation Department and Friends of Garfield Park, for hosting this annual event.
Gates open at 6pm | Concert starts at 7pm
Our 4th annual Opera in the Park performance at Garfield Park will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021. This outdoor concert will feature an all-Indiana line-up of music superstars, including international opera soprano Angela Brown and Maestro Alfred Savia, along with special guests, our featured pianist, Joshua A. Thompson ("Sock Joplin") and, Indianapolis' very own opera tenor, Ganson Salmon. This season's talented Resident Artists and the Indianapolis Opera Chorus will also be featured throughout the evening. Enjoy the very spacious park while picnicking with friends and family and wonderful music.
This event is free, however, please consider a suggested donation of at least $10 per person to support the Indianapolis Opera. Your donation will help to continue this free concert to the neighbor's of South Indy and Garfield Park Community who love live music and singing.
Reservations are required - Limited attendance of 1000
There will be plenty of space for social distancing at the outdoor amphitheater.
Thank you to our sponsor, Indiana Spine Group, and our partners, the Indianapolis Park and Recreation Department and Friends of Garfield Park, for hosting this annual event.
EVENT LOGISTICS
* Enter either the south or north gates to MacAllister Amphitheater. Check-in tables will be located at these gates. When you arrive please give your name to the staff at the check-in tables and we will check you in. Tickets or proof of reservation will not be needed.
* In the event of severe weather, an announcement regarding cancellation will be made
via IO's website and social media.
Food and Drink
Guests are invited to bring their own food and drinks to the park.
A limited amount of water will be provided for purchase.
If you ordered a boxed meal from City Barbeque, head to their tent located inside the theater and to the right of the stage to pick up your boxed meal.
Seating
Seating is first come, first serve. The permanent seats at the front are available for the concert. If you are a season subscriber you will be directed to the first 5 rows in front by the check-in staff. Additionally, the lawn is available for guests but you will need to bring your own chair or blanket. We suggest being prepared to sit in the lawn by bringing a lawn chair and/or blanket just in case the permanent seating is not available.
Optional (but suggested) Items to Bring
Lawn chair, blanket, picnic food, drinks, and plan for all types of weather.
Directions & Parking
The MacAllister Amphitheater is located inside Garfield Park (2450 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46203). You may park south of the amphitheater, off of Pagoda Drive, or you can park north of the amphitheater, off of Conservatory Drive (enter from Shelby Street). Both entrances will be open.
Please note: If you wish to park on the north side of the Amphitheater you will need to enter in off of Shelby Street. The entrance off of Raymond Street (the bridge) is closed due to construction.
Safety Details
- MacAllister Amphitheater has plenty of seating and space for everyone to spread out with safe distance.
- Guests will not be required to wear masks. If you wish to wear a mask, you may bring one or we can offer one at the gate.
- Wash hands as often as possible.
- Stay home if you are sick or are exhibiting any of the following symptoms: cough, shortness of breath, fever, chills, muscle pain or sore throat.
* Enter either the south or north gates to MacAllister Amphitheater. Check-in tables will be located at these gates. When you arrive please give your name to the staff at the check-in tables and we will check you in. Tickets or proof of reservation will not be needed.
* In the event of severe weather, an announcement regarding cancellation will be made
via IO's website and social media.
Food and Drink
Guests are invited to bring their own food and drinks to the park.
A limited amount of water will be provided for purchase.
If you ordered a boxed meal from City Barbeque, head to their tent located inside the theater and to the right of the stage to pick up your boxed meal.
Seating
Seating is first come, first serve. The permanent seats at the front are available for the concert. If you are a season subscriber you will be directed to the first 5 rows in front by the check-in staff. Additionally, the lawn is available for guests but you will need to bring your own chair or blanket. We suggest being prepared to sit in the lawn by bringing a lawn chair and/or blanket just in case the permanent seating is not available.
Optional (but suggested) Items to Bring
Lawn chair, blanket, picnic food, drinks, and plan for all types of weather.
Directions & Parking
The MacAllister Amphitheater is located inside Garfield Park (2450 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46203). You may park south of the amphitheater, off of Pagoda Drive, or you can park north of the amphitheater, off of Conservatory Drive (enter from Shelby Street). Both entrances will be open.
Please note: If you wish to park on the north side of the Amphitheater you will need to enter in off of Shelby Street. The entrance off of Raymond Street (the bridge) is closed due to construction.
Safety Details
- MacAllister Amphitheater has plenty of seating and space for everyone to spread out with safe distance.
- Guests will not be required to wear masks. If you wish to wear a mask, you may bring one or we can offer one at the gate.
- Wash hands as often as possible.
- Stay home if you are sick or are exhibiting any of the following symptoms: cough, shortness of breath, fever, chills, muscle pain or sore throat.
Thank you to City Barbeque for their support of the Indianapolis Opera and Friends of Garfield Park.
Pre-Ordering has closed. If you were not able to place your pre-ordered boxed meal we suggest you bring your own meal to the park if you wish.
Pre-Ordering has closed. If you were not able to place your pre-ordered boxed meal we suggest you bring your own meal to the park if you wish.
Location: MacAllister Amphitheater Address: 2450 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46203
(Check out the MAP here)
(Check out the MAP here)
