Discover The World Of Wagner
With COC Lectures

Toronto, Ontario – During the 2005/06 season, the Canadian Opera Company continues its engaging and informative Wagner lecture series with Wagner 301: Götterdämmerung, and the return of Wagner 101. Designed to help opera veterans and beginners learn more about Richard Wagner and his operas that comprise the Ring Cycle: Der Ring des Nibelungen, this series is offered in anticipation of the COC’s own Ring Cycle in fall 2006.

Picking up where the Wagner 201 series of last season left off, Wagner 301: Götterdämmerung takes an in-depth look at the final instalment of the Ring Cycle, which sees the restoration of the cursed rhinegold to its rightful owners. Through lectures, including audio and video excerpts, members of the COC Speakers Bureau explore the monumental work that is Götterdämmerung. Wagner 301 takes place November 21 – 24, 2005 from 7 – 9 p.m. at four convenient locations in Toronto: Metro Hall; The Assembly Hall; North York Civic Centre; and the Chinese Cultural Centre. Admission is FREE, but registration is required as space is limited.

Back by popular demand for a third year is Wagner 101. Perfect for those new to Wagner, members of the COC Speakers Bureau will once again present their lecture on Wagner’s epic saga of mortals and gods. Wagner 101 takes place on Tuesday, November 15, 2005 from 7 – 9 p.m. at Metro Hall in Council Chambers. Admission is FREE, but registration is required.

Wagner 101
Tuesday, November 15, 2005
Metro Hall, Council Chambers
55 John Street
7 – 9 p.m.

Monday, November 21, 2005
Metro Hall, Council Chambers
55 John Street
7 – 9 p.m.

Tuesday, November 22, 2005
The Assembly Hall
1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive
(at Kipling Ave. and Lake Shore Blvd West)
7 – 9 p.m.

Wednesday, November 23, 2005
North York Civic Centre, Council Chambers
5100 Yonge Street
7 – 9 p.m.

Thursday, November 24, 2005
Chinese Cultural Centre
5183 Sheppard Avenue East
7 – 9 p.m.