Happenings at Skylark Opera Theatre April 2026

FREE Black on Broadway Concert on April 19th

Celebrate the brilliance of Black artistry in American Broadway at a FREE concert on Sunday, April 19 at 1pm, featuring the vocal talents of Sumaya Roble, soprano, and Darius Gillard, tenor, accompanied by James Barnett on the piano. Black on Broadway celebrates the cultural impact of Black composers and creators who helped shape Broadway’s sound. From the ragtime energy of Eubie Blake’s Shuffle Along to the powerful Tropics After Dark by Margaret Bonds and Langston Hughes, the dramatic influence of Lorraine Hansberry in Raisin (based on her play A Raisin in the Sun), and the contemporary voice of Michael R. Jackson’s A Strange Loop, this concert blends history, storytelling, and unforgettable vocals in the stunning Musser Cortile at the Landmark Center in St. Paul.

This joyous afternoon is perfect for all music lovers, theater fans, and anyone seeking an inspiring Sunday experience. Invite your friends, or come solo, and join us for music that celebrates legacy, innovation, and the enduring power of American musical theater.

A warm welcome to Jennifer Eckes, Creative Lead for Skylark for Seniors

Skylark Opera has named Jennifer Eckes as the Creative Lead for the acclaimed Skylark for Seniors program. Jennifer has been singing and performing professionally on Twin Cities area stages for decades, in countless musical theatre productions and as a concert and cabaret vocalist. She particularly loves telling the story of any well-written song, using humor and honesty to touch the audience on a personal level, and is often praised for her warm stage presence.

Skylark for Seniors brings the vitality of live opera and music theater to senior residences throughout the Twin Cities metro area. Sharing live music in these intimate places creates meaningful moments of joy and community for residents and staff alike. The Spring series of Skylark for Seniors begins this month. Our thanks to the generous sponsors who make Skylark for Seniors possible: Anna M. Heilmaier Foundation, the Harlan Boss Foundation for the Arts, the Archie D. and Bertha H. Walker Foundation, and the Hubbard Broadcasting Foundation.

Skylark Events Calendar

April 19, 2026: Skylark’s FREE Sundays at the Landmark Center performance of Black on Broadway, 1pm at the Musser Cortile in the historic Landmark Center, 75 W 5th St, St Paul, MN.

April-May, 2026: Skylark for Seniors performances at senior residences throughout the Twin Cities metropolitan area