Findlay, Ohio, Nov. 2, 2004 – The Toledo Opera will perform at The University of Findlay Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 8 p.m. as part of the University’s Concert and Lecture Series.

Sopranos Vanessa Conlin and Elizabeth Herlitz, mezzo-soprano Jessye Wright, tenor Matt Morgan, baritone Bradley Wisk and bass-baritone Daniel Okulitch, accompanied by pianist David Aro Zobel, will perform selections from several operas. The singers will explain opera basics and discuss the stories behind the songs.

Featured operas include Georges Bizet’s “Carmen” and “The Pearl Fishers,” Giacomo Puccini’s “La Bohème,” “Turandot” and “Gianni Schicci,” Wolfgang Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro,” Léo Delibes’ “Lakme,” Gioachino Rossini’s “L’italiana in Algeri” and Giuseppe Verdi’s “Rigoletto” and “La Traviata.”

The performance will take place in the Winebrenner Theological Seminary TLB Foundation Convocation Center, adjacent to campus.

Tickets are priced at $25 for adults, $20 for senior citizens and $10 for students. Tickets are available by calling the Box Office at 419-434-5335.

The University of Findlay is a comprehensive university located in Findlay, Ohio, about 45 miles south of Toledo. With a total enrollment of 4,500 full-time and part-time students, The University of Findlay is noted for its innovative, career-oriented programs in more than 60 majors and eight master’s degrees. For more information, visit www.findlay.edu.