Celebrate America’s 250th with an opera that captures the American spirit.
July 18 & 19, 2026
Temple Har Shalom
About The Tender Land:
Deeply rooted in the American spirit, Copland’s The Tender Land portrays one young woman’s quiet but radical act of choosing her own future. Set against the open landscapes of the American West, The Tender Land is a coming-of-age story about longing, independence, and resilience in the face of hardship.
As Laurie stands on the brink of her high school graduation, the arrival of a handsome outsider awakens dreams of a life beyond her family’s farm. When hope, love, and disappointment collide, she must decide whether to remain within the life she knows or step boldly into the unknown.
Run Time: 2 hours
Language: English
“Little by little it came to be
That line between the earth and sky
Came beckoning to me”
Mark your calendars.
Ticket pre-sales begin for members of our
Giving Circle on March 1. Tickets go on sale to the public on April 1.