📅 When
November 20, 2026 – November 21, 2026
📍 Where
118 S Palafox St, Pensacola, FL 32502
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About this event
Pensacola Opera presents The Falling and the Rising, a moving contemporary opera that honors the service and sacrifice of American military veterans. The production features a live chorus composed of veterans themselves, making each performance a uniquely personal tribute woven into the musical fabric of the show.
Composed by Tobias Picker with a libretto by Aryeh Lev Stollman, the work draws on real accounts from service members across generations, exploring the journey from deployment through the challenges of return. Performances are November 20 and 21, 2026 at the Pensacola Saenger Theatre. Season subscribers save 25% on tickets.
The Saenger is located at 118 S Palafox Street in downtown Pensacola, about an hour east of Destin. Pensacola Opera is one of the Southeast's most acclaimed regional companies, and this production is expected to be one of the season's most talked-about performances along the Gulf Coast.
Best for: Classical music lovers, veterans and military families, arts patrons
What to expect: Contemporary opera featuring a live veterans chorus performing at the historic Saenger Theatre, with two performances over one weekend.
Planning tip: Season subscribers receive 25% off. Book early—Pensacola Opera productions often sell out at the Saenger.
Cost: Ticketed. Season subscribers save 25%. Check pensacolaopera.com for pricing.
