Opera Western Reserve presents the East Meets West Fest, a multiple event arts festival culminating with the production of Madama Butterfly on November 16. The East Meets West Fest kicks off at The SOAP Gallery on October 19 at 6pm with Japanese small bites, a demonstration of Kokedama, a type of Japanese floral arranging, and Young Artists performing arias from Madama Butterfly. Advance-purchase tickets for $30 can be obtained by calling Opera Western Reserve at 330-480-0693. Tickets will be $35 at the door.