Arias Aloft: Midsummer Magic

Date/Time
07/13/2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us for a magical evening of opera and circus at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill! Spread a blanket on the ground, or bring your own chair for a family-friendly evening in a stunning outdoor setting.

Circus 617 and Opera on Tap Boston combine two thrilling art forms against one of the Commonwealth’s most breathtaking backdrops in Boylston, MA. Featuring vocal acrobatics and physical virtuosity courtesy of some of Boston’s leading circus artists and classical singers, this performance showcases opera, musical theater, and cabaret classics paired with breathtaking original circus acts.

Inspired by the stunning natural surroundings of the Botanic Gardens, Arias Aloft: Midsummer Magic invites audiences into a world of whimsy, wonder, and the mystical beauty of nature—capturing the true enchantment of a New England summer.

Circus 617 is a collective dedicated to highlighting Boston-area circus artists in new works of contemporary circus, created right here in the city we love. Circus 617 productions meld the spectacular, expressive physicality of circus with theatrical and musical methods of storytelling. Learn more about Circus 617’s projects, including touring productions and recurring performance series, at www.circus617.com. 

Opera on Tap Boston is a Boston based organization dedicated to bringing opera and classical music to diverse audiences in unconventional and accessible spaces. Through innovative programming and engaging performances, Opera on Tap Boston strives to make classical music an inclusive and enjoyable experience for all.  Learn more at www.operaontapboston.com

 

Details: 

Arias Aloft: Midsummer Magic

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

Sunday, July 13, 2025 (Rain date: Sunday, July 27)

6–7:30PM (doors open at 5:15PM)

 

Tickets:

Member Adult: $26; Member Youth (age 4-12): $8

Adult: $36; Youth (age 4-12): $12

Children 3 and under: Free (must still register)

 

Circus Artists:

Alissa Feller, Rin Judith, Sophie Kaufman, Tori Markwalder, Reece Matthews

 

Opera Artists: 

Erin Anderson, Jamie Korkos, Kathryn McKellar, Arielle Rogers-Wilkey

 

Pianists: Sally Naredla and Julian Gau

 

Creative Directors:

Kathryn McKellar and Ellen Waylonis

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
11 French Dr
Boylston, MA 01505