THE ART OF OPERA
A benefit for Pacific Opera Victoria

A Celebration of Pacific Opera Victoria's Production Artists and a Fundraising Benefit for POV

FRIDAY JUNE 17, 6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
Winchester Galleries, 758 and 796 Humboldt Street
Presentation with Deirdre Roberts
Pre-sales begin Thursday, June 16, at 10:00 am Paintings shown until Saturday June 18, at 5:30 pm

I'll never watch opera the same way again!
These are the words of celebrated watercolour artist Deirdre Roberts, who has spent this season with Pacific Opera as Artist in Residence, working behind the scenes with POV's performers, production team, and technical artists.
During her days at the production shop, rehearsal hall, and theatre, she has observed the creative artists and performers at work and has taken hundreds of photos for a marvelous new series of paintings about the art behind the opera.
Deirdre has watched costumes being cut and stitched, props being crafted, sets built and painted. She has stood in the wings at rehearsals and performances, capturing moments with her camera. Out of these moments, she is creating another kind of art — 18 paintings that will be exhibited and sold, from June 16 to 18, the proceeds of which will benefit Pacific Opera Victoria.
POV is deeply grateful to Deirdre for her extraordinary generosity, and honoured by this beautiful opportunity to celebrate POV's artistic team.

Hosted and Sponsored by Winchester Galleries

Catering sponsored by Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour

Event Co-Chairs Devi Jawl and May Lou-Poy