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Denver, CO—Opera Colorado will hold auditions on Monday, March 9, 2026 to cast a featured child extra role in its Spring 2026 production of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly. Auditions will take place at the Opera Colorado Opera Center (4121 S. Navajo St., Englewood).
About the Role
In the opera, the child is the son of a Japanese mother and an American father. Children of all backgrounds are welcome to audition; those who reflect this heritage are especially encouraged to apply.
We are seeking two children (ages 4-7) who can appear approximately 4-5 years old, of any gender.
What to Expect at Auditions
Children will be asked to:
Auditions will be filmed for review by stage director Mo Zhou.
Rehearsals & Performances
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Early staging rehearsals: April 13-21, 2026 (afternoons/evenings)
Opera Colorado Opera Center, Englewood
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Technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals & performances:
April 24-May 10, 2026
Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver Performing Arts Complex
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Rehearsals and performances may run as late as 10:30 p.m.
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A parent or guardian must accompany children at all times.
Volunteer Benefits
Community volunteers cast in this role will receive:
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Two tickets to the Madama Butterfly final dress rehearsal (April 30)
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Parking for all rehearsal and performance dates
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Access to up to four discounted tickets for performances
Request an Audition Time
To request an audition time and receive Opera Center access instructions, email:
JRose@operacolorado.org
Subject line: BUTTERFLY Child Auditions
No phone calls, please. Audition times are scheduled on a first-come basis.
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