Opera on the Point

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Max Wendt

A singer by a roaring fire.

A singer at a past Opera on the Point event.

The council circle at the tip of Picnic Point is the perfect place for a fall gathering, and now innovative opera company Fresco (which brings opera to suburban garages in summer) brings arias there — as accompaniment to a campfire in the woods. The 50-minute program is described as “an evening of ghostly narratives and enchanting opera.” There is a UW parking lot at the entrance to Picnic Point on University Bay Drive and it’s a 0.8-mile trek to the fire circle. It's free, but donations are suggested (as well as bringing a camp chair).

media release: Step into the shadows as Fresco Opera brings haunted fireside tales to life under the starlit sky at Picnic Point. Our campfire will serve as the hearth for an evening of ghostly narratives and enchanting opera, transporting you to a world where spectral tales and haunting voices intertwine. Wander down a shadowed path to the heart of our gathering and let the magic of the night captivate you.

Location: Tip of Picnic Point, 2000 University Bay Drive, Madison.

Dates: Thursday, September 26th, and Saturday, September 28th.

Prepare for a scenic, 0.8-mile easy walk to the fire circle.

Donations: This event is free, with a suggested donation at the event of $10 to help support our mystical production. Pay what you can—every contribution makes a difference!

Seating: Limited seating available on the stone wall; bringing your own chair is recommended. Note: There are no public restrooms available.

Event Duration: Approximately 50 minutes.

Join us for an evening of eerie tales and opera under the stars—embrace the unknown at our haunted fireside gathering... if you dare!