Now in its 18th season, OCM presents Tchaikovsky’s epic, The Maid of Orleans, based on the life of Joan of Arc. Directed by Douglas Anderson. The OCM orchestra will be conducted by our Music Director Michael Sakir.

Though seldom produced today, Tchaikovsky thought it was his best work. “If this opera won’t be a masterpiece in general,” he wrote, “it will be my masterpiece.”  A sweeping tale in the style of French grand opera, it offers stunning orchestral passages, vibrant choruses, and a heroic role for the young mezzo-soprano playing Joan. 

The Maid of Orleans will be fully staged with orchestra. It will be sung in Russian with English subtitles.

Meet the Singers – Sunday, September 19, 5:00 PM – CVUUS Middlebury, VT

Join us at the Unitarian Universalist Society for our annual Meet the Singers concert. Enjoy listening to the singers’ favorite arias or songs from musical theater. There will be no bar or food this year at the event. Everyone wishing to attend is asked to wear a mask and be vaccinated. Tickets $35.

Young Artists Recital – Sunday, September 26, 2:00 PM – Waybury Inn

Join us for a special afternoon with talented young artists directed by Dawn Pierce of Ithaca College. Waybury Inn, East Middlebury, VT. Outdoors, weather permitting. Appetizers and recital. Cash Bar. Everyone wishing to attend is asked to wear a mask and be vaccinated. Tickets $15.

Visit the OCM website at ocmvermont.org for more information about the opera, bios of the singers and music listening suggestions