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Barbara Ann Peters “Write Your Own Opera” Contest

Creative Writing Contest for Guilford County Fourth Graders

Greensboro Opera holds a creative writing contest for current Guilford County Fourth Graders every spring. Selected by Greensboro Opera, the story is transformed into a libretto, set to music by a UNCG resident composer and performed as part of Opera at the Carolina’s annual program.

Information About the “Write Your Own Opera” Contest

Is your Guilford County fourth graders interested in entering this very special contest? CLICK HERE for all the important details!

Congratulations, Keane Williams!

2024 Winner of the Barbara Ann Peters “Write Your Own Opera” contest. Keane likes video games such as Fort Nite and MineCraft, watching “White Collar” on TV, and occasionally writes when he’s bored. He is very good at solving simple equations in math and enjoys all his special classes (Art, Music, PE, Media, and Computer). He has a dog named Sunny, nine chickens, and four brothers. Pennsylvania and Florida are the most common family trips!

The Clockmaker’s Secret

The Disappearance

In the bustling town of Horologia, renowned for its intricate timepieces, the master clockmaker, Maestro Tempus, suddenly vanishes. His two apprentices, the meticulous Livia and the adventurous Marco, are left bewildered.  The townspeople panic as the grand clock in the town square, essential for synchronizing daily life, starts losing time. Among the concerned citizens is Elara, the major’s daughter, who has long admired Maestro Tempus’s work. Desperate to restore order and find their mentor Livia and Marco join forces with Elara. They suspect foul play and begin their search, unraveling clues that hint at a hidden adversary jealous of the maestro’s unmatched skills.

The Hidden Rival

Their elaborate investigation leads them to the abandoned tower on the outskirts of town, where they discover san elaborate workshop. Inside, they encounter an old journal revealing the existence of Tiberius, a former apprentice of Maestro Tempus, exiled for unethical practices. Driven by envy and ambition, Tiberius kidnapped Tempus to force him into revealing the secrets of a legendary perpetual clock. As the apprentices confront Tiberius a struggle ensues. Elara, using her wit and courage, distracts Tiberius, Tiberius’s design, causing the rival’s machines to collapse around them.

 

The Restoration

With Tiberius defeated, Maestro Tempus explains that the true perpetual clock is a MYTH, a symbol of the relentless pursuit of perfection. He praises Livia and Marco for their bravery and ingenuity, recognizing them as true successors. Together, they return to Horologia and repair the grand clock, restoring harmony to the town. The citizens rejoice as the clock strikes accurately once more, celebrating the apprentices’ heroism. Elara, inspired by the adventure, vows to support and protect the clockmaker’s grand legacy. The opera concludes with a grand celebration, the bonds of friendship and mentorship stronger than ever, as the town of Horologia ticks forward in unity and peace.

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Watch the video interviews below with 2023 winner Austin Hayes and 2015 winner Elisa Troncoso!

Prior Winning Entries

2024: The Clockmaker’s Secret by Keane Williams, Stokesdale Elementary School

2023: Be You! by Austin Hayes, Guilford eLearning Prep School

2022: The Songbirds’ Song by Wyatt Talton, Stokesdale Elementary School

2021: Luke’s Song by Lucas Howard, Stokesdale Elementary

2020: Alison’s Voice by Kayden Tubb, Stokesdale Elementary

2019: Be Yourself  by Lydia Maksimov, Morehead Elementary Expressive Arts Magnet

2018: The Showdown by Nevaeh White, Monticello-Brown Summit Elementary School

2017: Finally Me! by Lily Leach, Academy at Lincoln

2016: The Stolen Voice by Jordan Johnson, Florence Elementary

2015: Alone by Elisa Troncoso, Academy at Lincoln

2014: The Alien Invasion by Ansley Tobin, General Greene Elementary School

2013: The Magic of the Golden Hair by Sarah Livingston, Sedgefield Elementary

2012: Jacks Are Wild by Annabel Gigley, Erwin Montessori School

2011: The Fight to be Favorite by Spencer Williams, General Greene Elementary School

2010: Chicks by Emma Younts, Monticello-Brown Summit Elementary School

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