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Since 1997, the Opera Club has brought outstanding live classical music, opera, and musical theater to The Villages.

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Three Tenors Plus One

That’s Amore

Christopher Macchio, Benjamin Ruiz, Todd Wilander, and Maria Steinhilber come together for the Opera Club’s annual scholarship benefit, produced by Maestro Bill Doherty.

Date: February 19, 2027
Showtimes: 3 PM and 7 PM
Venue: The Sharon

Ticket information will be announced soon.

Benefiting the Harold S. Schwartz Music Scholarship Program

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A love of good music is our only requirement.

The Opera Club of The Villages presents live monthly musical programs — free to members — where members can enjoy exceptional professional artists with friends and neighbors. No need to be a singer or performer to join the Opera Club. Membership is $30 annually.

The club also established the Harold S. Schwartz Music Scholarship Program, providing tuition support to local high-school graduates who continue their music studies in college.

Join us each monthFourth Thursday · 7 PMLaurel Manor Recreation Center1985 Laurel Manor Drive, The Villages

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Our purpose

Music that enriches our community.

Live performance and educational opportunity are at the heart of everything the Opera Club does.

Mission statement

The Opera Club of The Villages

The Opera Club of The Villages is dedicated to enriching the cultural life of the community through the presentation and support of opera, classical music, and high-quality entertainment. The organization promotes excellence in vocal artistry and seeks to encourage the development of emerging performers through educational initiatives, performance opportunities, live opera presentations, and the awarding of scholarships to deserving music students.

Scholarship mission

The Harold S. Schwartz Music Scholarship Program

In 1997, The Opera Club of The Villages established the Harold S. Schwartz Music Scholarship Program to honor the founder of The Villages and commemorate his lifelong love of music.

The Opera Club is dedicated to encouraging and supporting talented music students as they develop their abilities and pursue their educational goals. Through these scholarships, we help aspiring musicians achieve their dreams while enriching the cultural life of our communities. Thanks to the generosity of our members, sponsors, and supporters over the years, we have awarded more than $750,000 in scholarships to deserving students from Lake, Marion, and Sumter Counties. Your continued support makes it possible for these gifted young musicians to pursue their passion and share their talents with future generations. Together, we are investing in the future of music—one student at a time.

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