Glass Slippers Not Included: A Playful Peek Inside Rossini’s Cinderella
“No Slipper, No Godmother, No Problem.”
Step inside the magic of opera—no fairy godmother required! In this lively and interactive student matinee, OPERA San Antonio invites young audiences to discover Cinderella like never before.
Featuring cast members from the full production, this engaging program brings select scenes to life while pulling back the curtain on how an opera is created. Students will experience the storytelling, music, and humor of Rossini’s take on Cinderella—a version full of clever twists, heartfelt moments, and plenty of comedic charm.
Along the way, audiences will get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, from how singers prepare their roles to how directors, designers, and musicians collaborate to build a production from the ground up. With opportunities for interaction and insight, this program makes opera accessible, exciting, and fun for all.
Perfect for school groups, Glass Slippers Not Included connects performance with learning, offering students a memorable introduction to the world of opera—where imagination, teamwork, and a little bit of theatrical magic make anything possible.
- Best for: K-5, MS HS Choir, Theatre, General Music
