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Featuring a new opera experience at Ancient City Farmstead, the return of a New Year's Eve tradition, and free tickets for young audiences.

First Coast Opera invites the community to experience a one-of-a-kind musical celebration of America's national pastime on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM at The Waterworks (184 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084) as part of the Romanza Festivale of Music & The Arts.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 4, 2026 Contact: Curtis Tucker, ctuckermusic@gmail.com St. Augustine, FL — First Coast Opera continues its season with two events — a Valentine's Day fundraiser and Gilbert and Sullivan's The Mikado. Find details and tickets at firstcoastopera.org or call 904-417-5555. Sips & Serenades Join First Coast Opera on Saturday, February 14 for an intimate and elegant evening in support of the opera at the stunning home of Faith Tiberio Dougherty and Da

We're thrilled to share that FCO has been named a 2026 Arts For All Grant recipient. This project is sponsored in part by the St. Johns Cultural Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Stage Director Mark Freiman reflects on his personal connection with 'Carmen' and why it's endured for 150 years.