This event is in the past.It took place on April 18, 2026 at Hertz Hall.




Hear the opera that started it all: John Blow's Venus and Adonis, the first full-length opera in English, performed by Berkeley's Baroque Ensemble with Boston Conservatory musicians. Stick around early for a panel unpacking the myth behind the music.
Semi-staged baroque opera
First English opera
Classical music collaboration
Pre-concert panel discussion
Tips
🎻"A perfect ten" — concertgoer on the venue
📚panel starts 35 min before show
🇬🇧first English opera, sung in English
University Baroque Ensemble & Panel Discussion
Southside




Hear the opera that started it all: John Blow's Venus and Adonis, the first full-length opera in English, performed by Berkeley's Baroque Ensemble with Boston Conservatory musicians. Stick around early for a panel unpacking the myth behind the music.
Semi-staged baroque opera
First English opera
Classical music collaboration
Pre-concert panel discussion
Tips
🎻"A perfect ten" — concertgoer on the venue
📚panel starts 35 min before show
🇬🇧first English opera, sung in English
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