While the Glimmerglass staff is dedicated to producing high-quality operas, it's not "all work and no play"! Every year, the company enjoys throwing its own events as well as participating in community ones.



One of these events is the Springfield Center 4th of July Parade. Interns like Brooke Cartus and Kate Foster are excited to hand out candy and operate the float.

Set Designer John Conklin and Technical Director Abby Rodd (above left) design the float every year. This year's float featured a larger-than-life waving Uncle Sam, metal chairs, bird baskets holding flags, and a full-size phone booth with a real ringer (to "let freedom ring").