Experience the Thrill of Live Opera—Your Way
Thanks to the generosity of the Claytor Family Foundation, Fort Worth Opera is excited to offer Pay What You Can tickets for La Belle et la Bête (Beauty and the Beast) at the historic Ridglea Theater.
We believe that the thrill of live opera should be accessible to everyone, and this program gives you the freedom to attend at a price that works for you, your friends, and family.
Suggested ticket price: $15 (roughly the cost of a movie ticket)
Your price: Whatever you can contribute
This is your chance to experience Philip Glass’s hauntingly beautiful score synchronized with Jean Cocteau’s 1946 cinematic masterpiece—a mesmerizing fusion of opera, concert, and film—without financial barriers.
Flexible Pricing
Choose an amount that fits your budget.
Limited Tickets
Only 100 Pay What You Can tickets per performance.*
Assigned Seating
Seats are assigned by the box office based on availability and demand.
Digital Delivery
You will receive a confirmation e-mail once you have made your purchase, and your tickets will be emailed to you prior to the performance.
Limit
4 tickets per order.
Accessibility
Note any seating needs during checkout or contact Patron Services.
*Please Note: Pay What You Can cannot be applied retroactively to past ticket purchases.
How It Works
Why Pay What You Can Matters
This initiative opens the doors of opera to everyone, reflecting Fort Worth Opera’s commitment to community, accessibility, and innovation. Whether it’s your first opera or your fiftieth, come discover the magic of live performance in a truly unique cinematic and musical experience.
Performance Details
FRI 11/21 – 7:30 p.m.
SAT 11/22 – 2:00 p.m.
SAT 11/22 – 7:30 p.m.
La Belle et la Bête
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Hybrid film/opera in one act | 90 minutes, no intermission
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Music and libretto by Philip Glass | Film by Jean Cocteau
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Ridglea Theater, 6025 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Dates & Times:
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Friday, November 21, 2025 — 7:30 p.m.
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Saturday, November 22, 2025 — 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
QUESTIONS? Call the Fort Worth Opera Box Office team at 817-731-0726 or email boxoffice@fwopera.org.