Opera Lafayette Goes West

Follow Along with #OLWest

Starting in September, our cast and crew made their way to Mancos, CO from all over the country to prepare and present Phildor’s The Blacksmith at the Reddert Ranch outside Mancos, Colorado.

To do this safely, they drove from far distances. They quarantined for a two-week period prior to the commencement of rehearsals. Now at the ranch, they are together rehearsing and preparing for this great feat - performing The Blacksmith live in front of an audience (socially distanced on bales of hay) at this beautiful ranch.

We’ve asked our cast and crew to document this incredible journey and project by using the hashtag #OLGoesWest and post to social media. If you’re on Instagram or Facebook, be sure to follow along for yourself! We’ve taken the highlights and collected them below for your convenience!