My lovely colleagues and I had a chance this week to test-drive the new standing room area at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, and I'm excited to show you the first photos of the new spots! With these tickets priced at $12, a night at the opera is more accessible than ever, and I hope these pictures give you a good sense of what the standing room experience will be like.

[This is a guest post from our PR intern, April Xie]

Has it been one too many times that you’ve gazed jealously at the patrons inside the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, the looks of joy and anticipation for the upcoming opera etched prominently on their faces? Ah, opera: that intriguing girl/guy next door who has always caught your eye, but you’ve never mustered up the courage to try and get more acquainted.

My friends, the what-ifs and maybes are finally over: starting this season, the Canadian Opera Company offers standing room tickets for every production—for only $12! With the chance to experience the glory that is opera for less than the price of a movie ticket, the COC has opened itself to even more of us curious newcomers looking for a casual fling, no strings attached.