Opera Roanoke opens new season with gala, Sweeney Todd Gene Marrano October 21, 2015 1 minute read Opera Roanoke is 40 years old. This weekend the professional company will celebrate – and you’re invited. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: VHHA debuts Quality and Patient Safety ScorecardsNext: DMV: Close to 90% of plates with Confederate flag have not been returned Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026