All Fresno Grand Opera Pre-Performance Festivities Audra McDonald Pre-Performance Gala Dinner THE GRAND 1401 Fri, Oct 14 – 5:30pm Start your Audra McDonald concert evening by joining us for an elegant pre-performance dining experience in the Grand 1401 Ballroom located directly across the street from the historic Warnors Theatre. Premium Orchestra level seating is included when you select this option on the order form. Carmen and Show Boat Pre-Performance Opening Night Dinners THE DOWNTOWN CLUB January 27 & May 11 – 5:30pm Just steps from the William Saroyan Theatre, enjoy fine dining in the elegant Downtown Club prior to the Friday evening performances of Carmen and Show Boat. Call 233-2142 for reservations. $65 per person. The Nutcracker, Carmen and Show Boat Pre-Performance Talks (FREE with admission) Join us in the Saroyan Theatre prior to every performance of The Nutcracker, Carmen and Show Boat for an entertaining preview with insights on the story, composer and historical background. The talk begins 50 minutes prior to curtain.