Opera Roanoke opens new season with gala, Sweeney Todd Gene Marrano October 21, 2015 1 min read Opera Roanoke is 40 years old. This weekend the professional company will celebrate – and you’re invited. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: VHHA debuts Quality and Patient Safety ScorecardsNext: DMV: Close to 90% of plates with Confederate flag have not been returned Related Stories 1 min read Wise Women Lunch Series returns next Wednesday to help women build financial confidence in Roanoke Web Staff October 9, 2025 1 min read The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association calls on Jay Jones to end campaign Clark Palmer October 8, 2025 3 min read Campbell County rejects data center as Botetourt prepares for Google’s water demands Ian Price October 8, 2025