Leopold & The Magic Flute: Opera for Kids!
May 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM
Join Leopold, Pacific Symphony’s favorite furry puppet friend, as he embarks on a whimsical and wondrous journey into the world of opera!
This delightful, family-friendly adaptation of Mozart’s The Magic Flute brings to life the thrilling tale of princes, princesses, magic spells, and daring rescues—all with kid-friendly narration, lively characters, and, of course, world-class music performed by Pacific Symphony. Whether you’re a young opera enthusiast or brand new to the art form, this performance is packed with laughter, adventure, and timeless melodies, making it the perfect introduction to the grandeur of opera!
MOZART: The Magic Flute (selections)
With Image Magnification (IMAG) on the big screen for a closer look at the singers and musicians!
Artists
Pola Benke, Conductor
Victor Yerrid, Director, Scriptwriter, Puppeteer
Pacific Symphony
Cast
Leopold: Victor Yerrid, puppeteer
Tree: Paul McGinnis, puppeteer
Tamino: Jonathan Tran, tenor
Pamina: Sarah Lonsert, soprano
Papageno: Wyatt Mitchison-Rojas, baritone
Queen of the Night: Andrea Church, soprano
Sarastro: Joe Chiapa, bass
Papagena/3rd Spirit: Leeza Yorke, mezzo-soprano
Monastatos: Christopher Hi, tenor
1st Spirit: Carol Tsai Bochkov, soprano
2nd Spirit: Elle Moody, soprano
Technical Team
Carlos Correa, Producer
Bonnie Babb-Chesul, Graphic Designer
Josh Bishop, Stage Manager
Kathy Pryzgoda, Lighting Designer
Phillip Matsuura, Accompanist
These performances are generously underwritten by The Honorable H. Warren and Janet Siegel.
Lobby Activities: Enjoy special activities for kids in the concert hall lobbies related to the theme of the concert, such as crafts, games, an instrument petting zoo, and more. Activities take place from 9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. for 10 a.m. concertgoers, and from 12:15 p.m. – 1 p.m. for 11:30 a.m. concertgoers.
Pacific Symphony's Family Musical Mornings concerts are for the whole family. All concert attendees need a ticket for entry regardless of age.
Learn more about how Family Musical Mornings work to include audiences of all kinds.
Upcoming Dates & Times
May 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM
May 30, 2026 | 11:30 AM
Artists
Pola Benke
Conductor
Victor Yerrid
puppeteer
Paul McGinnis
Puppeteer
Jonathan Tran
Sarah Lonsert
Soprano
Wyatt Mitchison-Rojas
Baritone
Andrea Church Durant
Soprano
Joe Chiapa
Bass-baritone
Leeza Yorke
Mezzo-Soprano
Carol Tsai Bochkov
Soprano
Elle Moody
Soprano
Pacific Symphony
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