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Experience 'Elixir of Love' in NOLA With a Sunday Pre-Brunch

01:00 April 02, 2025
By: Brandie Goff

The Elixir of Love Brunch

On Sunday, April 6, Elixir of Love opera will be returning to New Orleans with a special pre-show barbecue brunch called "Easy Like Sunday Morning," thanks to the New Orleans Opera Association.

The Western-style themed brunch, taking place at 12:30 p.m. at the Mahalia Jackson Theater, will be a truly unforgettable experience as your taste buds are immersed into the era of the Old West before the matinee show.

The Western-themed BBQ will feature culinary delights in partnership with Wonderland + Sea and the Southern Food and Beverage Museum, while all of the dishes will be carefully crafted by New Orleans native Chef Byron Bradley. Chef Bradley has made many positive changes to Wonderland + Sea's restaurant menu since stepping into his role of executive chef in 2024, and his ideas have put a pivotal focus on keeping regional dishes relevant.

[Courtesy of Chef Byron Bradley's Facebook]

Sunday's brunch menu will include a red beet salad, macaroni and cheese, barbecue chicken, sweet iced tea, and a special treat for ticket holders. You don't want to miss this carefully crafted selection of dishes made by Chef Byron Bradley. Tickets are only $50 per person for pre-opera brunch.

Elixir of Love Opera

Elixir of Love will be available to witness on April 4 and April 6 at the Mahalia Jackson Theater. Everyone is invited to see this two-act opera that explores love-drunkeness, wit, comedy, and so much more. This event will allow all guests to absorb the full experience of being in a Western town as a love story unfolds through mischievous schemes and hilarious antics.

Elixir of Love will be conducted by Nicholas Fox as an artistic ode to late Italian romantic composer Gaetano Donizetti, who used his mesmerizing bel canto style in over 70 operas to captivate audiences.

More Info

On Sunday, April 6, the opera will begin at 2:30 p.m. after the "Easy Like Sunday Morning Brunch." On Friday, April 4, the show will begin at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices for the opera range from $19 to $235 per person.

For more information on the Western-style brunch, click here. For tickets to the Elixir of Love, you can visit here.

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