Pre-Opera Dinners
Join General Director Michael Harrison for an operatic dining experience in the new backstage bistro at the Lyric. Renowned designer Rita St. Clair has transformed the Lyric rehearsal space into an exclusive private dining room in a style that any Mt. Vernon restaurant would covet. Sumptuous velvets, draperies, marbles and dramatic lighting will transport you to the world of Italianate grand opera.
The Brass Elephant Restaurant & Catering will present gourmet three course dinners and wine or an array of delicious brunch specialties before Sunday performances. Expanded catering facilities will allow our guests to choose from three different entrees for each occasion.
And the preview lecture by the ever-popular James Harp, Baltimore Opera Artistic Administrator and Chorus Master, will add intrigue and understanding to your opera experience.
Reservations are required. Please call 410.625.1600 ext. 315.
Entrance to Casa Michele is through the main lobby of the Lyric. Performance tickets must be presented prior to entry.
Dinners — $72.00
Brunches — $45.00
Fridays/Saturdays
Opera at 8:15 pm; Cocktails at 5:30 pm; Dinner at 6:25 pm
Wednesdays
Opera at 7:30 pm; Cocktails at 5:00 pm; Dinner at 5:45 pm
Sundays
Opera at 3:00 pm; Brunch at 1:00 pm
Baltimore Opera Dinner
The Lyric
May 10, 14, 16, 17
5:30 – 8:00 PM
100 Guests
First Course
Chilled Papaya and Lime Soup
Drizzled with Honey
Fried Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls
With Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce
Spring Spinach Salad
Mixed Field Greens and Spinach Salad
With Sliced Oranges, Water Chestnuts, Red Onion, and Grilled Mushrooms
Finished with Red Wine Vinaigrette
Entree Course
Chicken Basque
Grilled Chicken Breast Topped with Tomato Concassè, and Provolone Cheese
Served with Tomato Provencal and Almond Cous-Cous
Hoisin Glazed Pork Loin
Served with Soba Noodles and Spicy Cabbage Medley
Sautéed Teriyaki Salmon Filet
Served with Wakame Stuffed Sushi Rice and Stir Fried Long Beans
Grilled Japanese Eggplant, Zucchini Squash
Yellow Squash, and Roasted Shiitake Mushrooms
Served with Wakame Salad Atop Sushi Rice
Peti Pan and Butter Roses
Dessert
Fresh Berries and Cream
Classic Crème Brule
Garnished with Fresh Fruit
Fresh Pound Cake
With Litchi Nut and Spiced Mango Compote
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Baltimore Opera Brunch
The Lyric
Sunday, May 18, 2008
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
100 Guests
~Brunch Buffet Menu~
Ham, Egg, and Cheddar Cheese Crepes
Herbed Salmon
Served with Cheddar Grits, Tomato Relish, and Fried Basil
Pomodoro and Mozzarella Egg Frittata
Served atop Brabant Potatoes
Sautéed Chicken Piccata
Finished with Lemon Beurre Blanc
Potato Pancakes with Apple Sauce and Sweetened Crème Fraîche
Thick Slice Bacon and Fresh Herb Sausage
Chilled Asparagus Salad
With Cherry Tomatoes and Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Fruit Display
An Attractive Array of Seasonal Fruit and Berries.
Imported Cheese Display
An Attractive Display of Gourmet Cheeses with Assorted Crackers and Baguette Crisps
Muffins and Crunchy Breads with Whipped Sweet Butter
Stationary Dessert
Minis and Berries
Mini Éclairs, Assorted Petite Cheesecakes, and House-Baked Cookies