Currently on tour in Australia, #JoyceDidonato has something to say about opera in America. Read the entire article in our stories 😃🎶 . . #MezzoSoprano #Mezzo #operasingersofinstagram #meetopera #classicalmusic

The Return of Valhalla: Eun Sun Kim to Lead SF Opera’s Monumental Ring Cycle Revival in 2028 . The San Francisco Opera has announced that Richard Wagner’s monumental four-opera Der Ring des Nibelungen will return for three complete cycles in the summer of 2028. This highly-anticipated production will be led by Music Director Eun Sun Kim in her first full Ring cycle, featuring a revival of Francesca Zambello's celebrated staging with a world-class cast. This grand event will mark the first full presentation of the work since the company last performed the Ring in its entirety in 2018. . . #SFOpera #operasingersofinstagram #RichardWagner #RingCycle #EunSunKim #opera

The massive view counts on these top 8 opera arias and duets—with Luciano Pavarotti's "Nessun Dorma" leading at 95 million views—offer a fascinating glimpse into what the public is truly engaging with, proving that iconic, emotionally resonant pieces transcend high-art boundaries. These figures suggest that opera is largely represented to the masses through star power and "greatest hits" that are easily accessible and recognizable outside of a traditional opera house setting, like the dramatic "Queen of the Night Aria." This viral success challenges the perception of opera as an elitist art form, showing a substantial, global appetite for powerful vocal performance in the digital age. #Opera #OperaSingersofInstagram #ClassicalMusic #LucianoPavarotti #MariaCallas #GreatestHits #DianaDamrau #PlacidoDomingo

Rock legend Sting is set to take the stage at the Metropolitan Opera with his musical, The Last Ship, a calculated move by the company to aggressively diversify programming and tap into vital new revenue streams by attracting wider, non-traditional audiences. This engagement follows the company's crossover concert series featuring major contemporary artists like Grammy winner Jon Batiste (who performed in April 2025). This push for new patrons continues the Met's tradition of exploring new works by non-traditional opera figures, including the opera compositions of Rufus Wainwright. The concerts are partnerships that also creates revenue for the company. . #MetropolitanOpera #Sting #OperaSingersofInstagram #opera #classicalmusic

This Veterans Day, we honor two heroes: tenor George Shirley and his student, bass-baritone Alvy Powell, whose military and opera careers are historically linked. George Shirley, himself the first African American to sing with the U.S. Army Chorus, personally encouraged Powell to audition for the group, launching his student's extraordinary 34-year military career. From the Army Chorus to the Metropolitan Opera, both George Shirley and Alvy Powell achieved celebrated careers, and we proudly salute their service and the service of all veterans today. #VeteransDay #Blackmeninopera #GeorgeShirley #AlvyPowell #USArmyChorus #OperaSingers #SaluteToService #OperaSingersofInstagram

We salute the towering bass-baritone Bryn Terfel on his birthday. Here are a few roles we ❤️. . . #brynterfel #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #puccini #wagner #giuseppeverdi

Curtain Call for Controversy: Washington National Opera May Flee Kennedy Center Over Trump "Takeover" . The Washington National Opera (WNO) is considering a historic move out of its home at the Kennedy Center after a collapse in box office revenue and donor confidence, which Artistic Director Francesca Zambello attributes to the recent "takeover" of the institution by Donald Trump. The controversy has severely compromised the company's financial stability, with ticket sales plummeting by about 40% amid audience boycotts and fears that donating to the "tainted" building supports the new, politically appointed management, forcing the WNO to explore alternative venues in D.C. for future productions. . . #KennedyCenter #WashingtonNationalOpera #opera #operasingersofinstagram #soprano #washingtondc

Happy birthday to the one and only...🎶🎊 . . #Opera #operasingersofinstagram #joansutherland #coloratura #soprano #classicalmusic #luciadilammermoor

🎭 Texas Opera Showdown: Houston vs. Dallas! Houston Grand Opera, founded in 1955, significantly leads The Dallas Opera (founded 1957) in production scale and revenue, staging six full productions and earning over $30 million compared to Dallas Opera's four productions and $17.9 million revenue. It's noteworthy that Fort Worth Opera, established earlier in 1946 as the state's oldest company, generally presents fewer full productions than its later-founded counterparts in Houston and Dallas. The infographic highlights the substantial differences in financial metrics and production volume between the two major Texas opera houses. #OperaSingersofInstagram #HoustonGrandOpera #TheDallasOpera #FortWorthOpera #HGO #OperaComparison #ArtsFunding

Thank you for voting in our stories. Your voice matters.😃 . . #meetopera #operasingersofinstagram #operasingers #classicalmusiclover

🎶 The Classical Contenders: 2026 Grammy Nominations Tomorrow! 🏆 The nominees for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards will be revealed tomorrow, and anticipation is high, especially in the classical categories! Tune in to see which artists and recordings will be celebrated, leading up to the main Grammy Awards ceremony on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Last Year's Classical Grammy Winners (67th Annual Grammy Awards - 2025) Here are the winners from the most recent Grammy Awards in the requested categories: Best Opera Recording: Saariaho: Adriana Mater Esa-Pekka Salonen, conductor; Fleur Barron, Axelle Fanyo, Nicholas Phan & Christopher Purves, soloists; Jason O'Connell, producer (San Francisco Symphony Orchestra & Chorus) Best Classical Solo Vocal Album: Beyond the Years – Unpublished Songs of Florence Price Karen Slack, soprano; Michelle Cann, piano Best Choral Performance: Ochre Donald Nally, conductor (The Crossing) Best Orchestral Performance (Closest equivalent to "Best Symphonic Recording"): Ortiz: Revolución Diamantina Gustavo Dudamel, conductor (Los Angeles Philharmonic) . . #grammys #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #soprano #classicalmusic

A New Baton in Houston: James Gaffigan Named Music Director of Houston Grand Opera . . Houston Grand Opera has named globally celebrated conductor James Gaffigan as its fifth music director, bringing the American maestro's electrifying energy back to the city where he earned his master's degree. Gaffigan will begin his official term in the 2027-28 season, promising a dynamic new era for one of the nation's most respected opera companies. . . #JamesGaffigan #HGO #HoustonGrandOpera #ClassicalMusic #MusicDirector #HoustonArts

OPERA America has announced the appointment of acclaimed arts executive, producer, and artist Michael J. Bobbitt as its new President and CEO, effective January 1, 2026. Bobbitt, who currently serves as Executive Director of the Mass Cultural Council, will succeed Marc A. Scorca, who is concluding his impactful 35-year tenure and has been named President Emeritus. As the new leader, Bobbitt is poised to bring his extensive experience in public policy, business, and multidisciplinary arts to support the opera field in meeting modern challenges and furthering the organization's national and international impact. . . #Opera #operasingersofinstagram #classicalmusic #operaamerica #ArtsLeadership #OperaNews #blackmeninopera

The "person of this time" is theater director Katie Mitchell, who recently announced her retirement from opera due to misogyny in the opera works and the industry. Mitchell, who is currently directing the Makropolous Case at Royal Opera, spoke about this in 2022 when she directed Theodora at the same company. . . #katiemitchell #royaloperahouse #royalopera #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger

🔥 Met Opera Carmen's Evolution! The iconic role of Carmen at the Metropolitan Opera has seen a captivating evolution, with a new production by Carrie Cracknell now on stage! Before this, the acclaimed Richard Eyre production, which featured the brilliant Elīna Garanča from 2009-2015, captivated audiences. Since Garanča's last performances in that production, a stellar lineup of mezzo-sopranos including Anita Rachvelishvili, Clémentine Margaine, Aigul Akhmetshina, and the upcoming Isabel Leonard in 2025, have continued to bring this fiery character to life. . **Olga Borodina took on the role in the Eyre production 4 times in 2010 but was primarily featured in the previous production in the late 90s and 2000s. . . Sign up for the latest virtual opera talk on Bizet's Carmen in our stories.🎊💃🏾 #MetOpera #Carmen #ElinaGaranca #RichardEyre #CarrieCracknell #AnitaRachvelishvili #ClementineMargaine #AigulAkhmetshina #IsabelLeonard #Opera #MezzoSoprano #ClassicalMusic

#Opera is number 1 when it comes to costumes. Here are a few of our favorite moments on #halloween 🎃 Singers: Leontyne Price (Barber's Antony & Cleopatra) Rollando Villazon (Mozart's Magic Flute) Stephanie Blythe (Massenet's Cendrillon) Morris Robinson (Verdi's Aïda) Pretty Yende and Aigul Akhmetshina (Donizetti's Maria Stuarda) Zachary James (Dvorak's Rusalka) Diana Damrau (Mozart's Magic Flute) Lawrence Brownlee (Rossini's Barber of Seville) Birgit Nilsson (Puccini's Turandot) Dmitri Hvorostovsky & Renée Fleming (Tchaikovsky's Eugene Onegin) . . #operasingersofinstagram #costume #dianadamrau #prettyyende #leontyneprice #morrisrobinson

A deeper dive into American opera history! 🇺🇸🎶 These are the Top 5 oldest opera companies in the U.S. that still function today as their original formed company. This list confirms the incredible longevity and dedication of these organizations: Metropolitan Opera (1883): A major international house, the Met is one of the world's largest opera companies, employing over 2,000 people (including staff and artistic personnel) and operating with a massive annual revenue (in the hundreds of millions). Current Leadership: Peter Gelb (General Manager). . Cincinnati Opera (1920): A highly respected regional company that typically hosts a summer festival, attracting around 20,000 attendees annually to its productions. Current Leadership: Christopher Milligan (General Director & CEO). . San Francisco Opera (1923): Recognized as one of the largest opera companies in North America, with approximately 450 employees and annual revenues typically in the tens of millions of dollars. Current Leadership: Matthew Shilvock (General Director). . Chautauqua Opera (1929): Known as the fourth-oldest opera company and the oldest continuously operating summer opera company in North America. It is a key part of the larger Chautauqua Institution. Current Leadership: Steven Osgood (General and Artistic Director). . Central City Opera (1932): America's fifth-oldest opera company, operating its summer festival out of a National Landmark Historic District. It typically has 50–200 employees and annual revenue in the millions. Current Leadership: Scott Finlay (General Director). . . #Opera #ClassicalMusic #AmericanOpera #PerformingArts #History #TheMetropolitanOpera #SFOpera #ChautauquaOpera #ArtsAndCulture

San Francisco Opera's music director, Eun Sun Kim, was born #onthisday. The conductor continues to make waves with ambitious productions that include Wagner's #Parsifal at the California based opera company this fall. Amongst many achievements, she is the first woman to be a music director at the venerable company and one of the highest paid music directors in the United States. . . #operasingersofinstagram #eunsunkim #sfopera #operasinger #conductor #soprano #maestro

Thank you, everyone. -Opera's Critical Point Team 🤑😊 . . #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #meetopera #diva

Scorpio Season is here!!! Shout out to the opera stars who were born between October 23rd and November 21st. We salute them for their passion ambition. ❤❤😍♏🎂⠀ top row: Sir Bryn Terfel, Barbara Hendricks, Daniel Barenboim middle row: Kristine Opolais, Agnes Baltsa bottom row: Victoria de Los Ángeles, Jon Vickers, Joan Sutherland .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ ⠀ #operasinger #opera #operasingersofinstagram #classicalmusic #classicalmusician #soprano #diva #kristineopolais #brynterfel #scorpio #scorpioseason #victoriadelosangeles

According to Crain's Business-Chicago edition: The Lyric Opera of Chicago launched its 2025/2026 season on Friday, October 10, 2025, with a spectacular Opening Gala featuring Broadway royalty, as Tony Award-winners Brian Stokes Mitchell and Laura Benanti performed with the full Lyric Opera Orchestra. This glamorous black-tie event was a massive philanthropic success, raising a phenomenal $1.5 million to support the Lyric Opera's commitment to artistic excellence and educational programs. . . #lyricopera #gala #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #chicagogram #Chicago

Is there a "Hall of Fame" for Opera singers?#RenéeFleming joined a small number of opera singers who won the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors Award in 2023. However, with the political leadership and changes at Kennedy Center, will this tradition or legacy continue for today's opera singers. How will they be remembered generations from now?🤔🎶 .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #opera #operasinger #operasingers #operasingersofinstagram #diva #classicalmusic #soprano #leontyneprice #gracebumbry #kennedycenter

Is there a "Hall of Fame" for opera singers? -Tanisha, Editor-in-Chief . . #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #soprano #diva #meetopera

This October, some of the most talented mezzo-sopranos are taking center stage in large U.S. opera companies. Susan Graham, La'Shelle Q. Allen, Tanja Ariane Baumgartner, Isabel Leonard, and Jamie Barton are set to deliver performances in iconic roles at companies, producing six or more full productions from the east to west coast. The operas include the Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, Donizetti's La Fille du Régiment, Wagner's Parsifal, and Puccini's Il Trittico. . . *Casts and schedules are subject to change. #Opera #MezzoSoprano #OperaSingersofInstagram #HGO #MetropolitanOpera #SFOpera #ClassicalMusic

#HappyBirthday to the latest, great, #DmitriHvorostovsky. Reading this interview touched us because he was just starting his career... Read the entire interview in our stories. . . #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #bassbaritone #classicalmusic

The New York Times has captured the luminescence of soprano Nadine Sierra, whose star power continues to redefine the opera stage with thrilling artistry. From her dazzling coloratura to the profound emotional depth she brings to every demanding role, her voice is a stunning reminder of classical music's enduring magic. Read the full profile to get an intimate look at the woman behind the most captivating performances of our time in our stories! #NadineSierra #OperaStar #NYTArts #Soprano #ClassicalMusic #OperaSingersofInstagram

"Great artists often emerge from unexpected places. I first discovered the incredible soprano Roberta Alexander as a preteen through an encyclopedia of Black Artists and Musicians, a gift from my mother. Now, as a music librarian, I invite you to rediscover her powerful albums and inspiring story." . . -Tanisha, Editor-in-Chief . #operasingersofinstagram #RobertaAlexander #blackwomeninopera #soprano #mozart

**This is an UPDATED version. When you hire for this opera, you need an excellent tenor who can sing high C's. While the great Luciano Pavarotti graced the Met stage as Tonio in the 1995 production, only three extraordinary tenors—Javier Camarena, Juan Diego Flórez, and Lawrence Brownlee—have since dared to tackle the role's demanding nine high C's since 2010. Jean Luc-Viala filled in for Pavarotti while Lawrence Brownlee filled in for Juan Diego Florez in 2010. Juan Diego Florez was first hired to sing the starring role in 2008. The role remains an exclusive test of vocal brilliance, with only a few masters carrying the torch passed by a legend. . . #LaFilleDuRegiment #MetOpera #Tonio #HighCs #PavarottiLegacy #Tenors #JavierCamarena #JuanDiegoFlorez #LawrenceBrownlee #Opera #OperaSingersofInstagram

The esteemed American operatic soprano Roberta Alexander passed away at the age of 76 on October 14, 2025. Her career, which began in 1975, included acclaimed portrayals of major roles at opera houses internationally, such as her debut at the Metropolitan Opera as Zerlina in Don Giovanni and her lauded performance of the title role in Janáček's Jenůfa at the Glyndebourne Festival. She was particularly admired for her work in the Mozartian repertoire and for her beautiful recordings, and she received the prestigious Edison Classical Oeuvre Prize for her lifetime achievements in 2020. . . . #RobertaAlexander #OperaLegend #Soprano #ClassicalMusic #RIP #OperaSingersofInstagram

**There is an UPDATED version of this in a later post.** When you hire for this opera, you need an excellent tenor who can sing high C's. While the great Luciano Pavarotti graced the Met stage as Tonio in the 1995 production, only three extraordinary tenors—Javier Camarena, Juan Diego Flórez, and Lawrence Brownlee—have since dared to tackle the role's demanding nine high C's since 2010. Jean Luc-Viala filled in for Pavarotti while Lawrence Brownlee filled in for Juan Diego Florez in 2010. The role remains an exclusive test of vocal brilliance, with only a few masters carrying the torch passed by a legend. . . #LaFilleDuRegiment #MetOpera #Tonio #HighCs #PavarottiLegacy #Tenors #JavierCamarena #JuanDiegoFlorez #LawrenceBrownlee #Opera #OperaSingersofInstagram

Introducing our new campaign: Head to Head, where we compare opera companies who produced the same full productions during the 2023-24 Opera Season (the current financials released to the public). . For the 2023-24 season, the Lyric Opera of Chicago reported $57.1 million in revenue and $12.9 million in ticket sales, significantly outpacing the Los Angeles Opera's $46.6 million revenue and $11.8 million in ticket sales. Despite these financial differences, both esteemed companies produced six full productions. Out of the two companies, LA Opera is over 30 years younger than Lyric Opera and impressively is closer behind Lyric's ticket sales by less than a million. . **This is just a snapshot of the finances and does not include assets. . #Opera #LAOpera #LyricOpera #ArtsFunding #TicketSales #OperaSingersofInstagram #CulturalEconomy

On what would have been his 90th birthday, there will never be another #LucianoPavarotti. The Italian tenor brought opera to the masses and created a renewed interest in opera. These are our 6 roles we love... You can shout out other roles in the comments. #HappyBirthday, Maestro.🫡 . . #operasingersofinstagram #operalovers #meetopera #puccini #giuseppeverdi

Would you take it? Vote in our stories.🤔 . . #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #soprano #classicalmusic

The Strike is Imminent for October 17. A political opera is unfolding in Venice as staff at La Fenice vote to strike over the appointment of Beatrice Venezi, a conductor with strong links to Giorgia Meloni's far-right party. Workers argue the choice was political, not merit-based, putting the esteemed opera house's artistic integrity under the spotlight. #LaFenice #Venice #OperaStrike #BeatriceVenezi #GiorgiaMeloni #ItalyPolitics #CultureWar

The Escapist's Return: Kavalier & Clay Defy Gravity According to the NY Times, Mason Bates' Kavalier and Clay soaring back to the stage for a limited encore run on February 17, 18, 20, and 21, 2026, after a sold-out premiere. The victory is underscored by the fact that the initial engagement saw a remarkable 87 percent of tickets sold overall. Following massive audience enthusiasm—including 35 percent of ticket buyers being first-time attendees—Joe and Sam's escapist adventures are ready for their long-awaited second act. . . #metropolitanopera #kavalierandclay #masonbates #meetopera #opera

How did you learn about great singers from the past? -Tanisha . . #operasingersofinstagram #classicalmusic #diva #meetopera #lucianopavarotti

NOW READING: After reading the latest article from WBEZ Chicago, we're calling it: The Queen's Grand Transition: Medea, Minnie, and Legacy😃 . After channeling fury in her spectacular Medea at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, dramatic soprano Sondra Radvanovsky is embarking on her final major new role as Minnie in La Fanciulla del West. With her personal life stabilized by new partner Anthony Manoli, she is performing for a few more key seasons, preparing a graceful transition before she officially begins to hand over the operatic reins. Catch the reigning Queen of Bel Canto now, as she defines the final, legendary chapters of her stage career and secures her enduring legacy. . . Cover photo from: Modern Luxury Connect to the article in our stories. . . #LyricOpera #SondraRadvanovsky #Operasingersofinstagram #soprano #Chicago #opera #diva

NOW READING: Opera Carolina Executive Drama: James Meena Fires Back at 'Unrelenting' Gossip Former General Director James Meena has broken his silence, releasing an emotional video to defend himself against what he calls "unrelenting gossip" following his abrupt change in role at Opera Carolina. This public defense comes amid a swirl of controversy and a recent lawsuit filed by his former colleague against the company's new leadership. Get the full details on the bitter power struggle rocking Charlotte's premier arts organization. Link to the article in our stories while it lasts. #OperaDrama #JamesMeena #OperaCarolina #CharlotteArts #ArtsManagement

Duly noted...🫡 #Operafans matter, and there needs to be more events where they can gather and learn about the season and not be pressured to becoming a donor... . . #opera #operasingersofinstagram #classicalmusic

The Santa Fe Opera has experienced remarkable growth over the last 20 years, with total revenue soaring from $18.9M to over $35M between its 2003-04 and 2023-24 seasons. This success is powered by an impressive increase in both contributed revenue (reaching $16.8M) and ticket sales (reaching $9.2M), demonstrating the company's strong artistic and financial health. The Santa Fe Opera thanks its incredible patrons and donors for helping it achieve this new 'critical point' in its history. #SantaFeOpera #Opera #ArtsGrowth #FinancialHealth #NewMexico #OperaSingersofInstagram #operasinger

Star soprano Anna Netrebko will unexpectedly take the stage at the Staatsoper Unter den Linden, replacing the esteemed Renée Fleming for a highly anticipated concert on December 8, 2025. Fleming regretfully canceled her entire European tour to undergo necessary knee surgery, leading to Netrebko's thrilling Berlin recital debut. Send your well wishes to Renée, and get ready for a sensational, must-see performance from a reigning opera legend! #AnnaNetrebko #ReneeFleming #BerlinConcert #StaatsoperUnterDenLinden #OperaNews #ClassicalMusic #OperaSingersofInstagram

This fall, opera tenor Rollando Villazon made his directoral debut in Bellini's La Sonnambula at the #MetropolitanOpera. American opera star #ReneeFleming also made her debut as a director of Mozart's Così Fan Tutte in Colorado in the summer. She joins more opera singers, adding "director" to their list of to-do's in current and present and future productions. . . #opera #denycegraves #rolandovillazón #operasingersofinstagram #mozart #scottjoplin

Grammy-winning soprano Latonia Moore @lamoooore  is officially deepening her commitment to ArtSmart @artsmartorg  by joining the staff as the new Director of Engagement and Advocacy! Already a devoted Board Member, she is now evolving into this pivotal leadership role to champion equitable music education and transformative youth mentorship nationwide. Moore will use her powerful voice and influence to expand ArtSmart’s reach, deepen patron relationships, and ensure more young people in under-resourced communities gain access to the support they need. Join us in celebrating her increased involvement as we continue to harness the power of art to change lives. . . #ArtSmart #LatoniaMoore #MusicEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #Opera #Soprano #NonprofitLeadership #blackwomeninopera

The opera season continues to unfold in America. Here are the tenors who either opened a company's opera season or will open this month. This is for large opera companies producing 6 operas productions or more. Casts are subject to change...🤷🏼‍♀️ . . #tenor #opera #operasingersofinstagram #hgo #lyricopera #metropolitanopera #sfopera #matthewpolenzani

Don't fall for the okey-doke... The business of opera is ALWAYS at hand. Happy Sunday. . . #opera #operasingersofinstagram #soprano #meetopera #classicalmusic

Tomorrow is the day that #AndreaBocelli will sing to a SOLD OUT audience at the #MetropolitanOpera. Partnerships with singers outside of opera symbolize how opera companies are trying to branch out in order to raise money and donors for the company. Andrea Bocelli proves that you don't have to use the traditional path to sing with opera companies if you build an empire yourself. Bocelli had three key partnerships last year: a sold-out concert with Opera Carolina and two broadcasts/concerts promoting his latest album through the MET and Santa Fe Opera. . . #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #meetopera #metropolitanopera

Tonight on PBS: Documentary: The Magic of Grace Bumbry. . . #opera #gracebumbry #diva #soprano #mezzo

With the recent $25 million dollar donation to #DallasOpera, here's the updated list of donors who made large donations to American #opera companies since 2020 (according to various news outlets). Companies producing less than 10 full productions per season garnered support that adds up to over $100 million dollars. We are excited to see how this money will influence the growth of all of these companies. 🤑🤔 . . #atlantaopera #meetopera #operasingersofinstagram #otsl #lyricopera #hgo

Crescendo of Generosity: The Dallas Opera Receives a Landmark $25 Million Challenge Gift . The O'Donnell Foundation has issued a monumental $25 million challenge gift, setting the stage for a dramatic financial transformation for The Dallas Opera, poised to ignite unprecedented artistic growth and secure its vibrant future. This extraordinary commitment compels the community to match the donation, ensuring the long-term sustainability and expansive reach of world-class opera in Dallas. Connect to the article in our stories while it lasts. . . #dallasopera #operasingersofinstagram #meetopera #diva #fundraising

Stargazing is back where we choose our favorite moments on and offstage in #opera. From #Golda Schultz performing in Boston to both The #SFOpera and #MetropolitanOpera to #ErinMorley and #LawrenceBrownlee's tour, here are our favorite moments. #HappyFriday 🥳🎶🥂 . . #operasingersofinstagram #meetopera #diva

Let's face it... Every opera isn't going to sell out. But when the ticket sales are consistently less than 70 percent capacity, 🤔 there's something wrong that needs work. What it is, we don't know...🤷🏼‍♀️ . . #meetopera #operahouse #opera #operasingersofinstagram #diva

NOW READING: The appointment of Beatrice Venezi as the new music director of Teatro La Fenice has sparked an immediate and public backlash from the orchestra. Citing a lack of consultation and a compromised relationship with the superintendent, the orchestra professors have publicly called for the revocation of her appointment. Connect to the article in our stories...😯🎶 . . #opera #lafenice #operasingersofinstagram #operalover #musicdirector

#MariaCallas said it in 1973... #LucianoPavarotti also said it years later, on 60 minutes. #Operasingers don't get paid as much as mainstream musicians from the industry. They would have to go outside of the industry to create more wealth.💰🤑 . . #operasingersofinstagram #diva #money #meetopera

If you love opera, you can also enjoy events like opera talks and documentaries outside the opera house as you attend live opera. 🎶 Swipe to see three events we will be checking out to save a little money....😊💰🎶 . 1. Online Opera Talk: Don Giovanni hosted by our Editor-in-Chief, Tanisha 😃 2. Documentary: The Magic of Grace Bumbry 3. MET Live in HD: Bellini's Sonnambula . . #dongiovanni #mozart #opera #gracebumbry #nadinesierra #lasonnambula

It's officially #October, and opera seasons are still unfolding throughout America in the midst of a new government shutdown...😯 But as they say, the show must go on. Here are the talented sopranos headlining at large opera companies this month. Casts are subject to change.😊🎶💰 . . #diva #operasingersofinstagram #opera #meetopera #nadinesierra #erinmorley #sondraradvanovsky #soprano

An unexpected connection: A government shutdown can have a surprising impact on opera companies. Delays in federal grants and reduced ticket sales from furloughed workers can put a major strain on these cultural institutions. This is a time when contributed revenue would be needed more than ever because the show must go on... . . #GovernmentShutdown #ArtsAndCulture #Opera #SupportTheArts #CulturalInstitutions #operasingersofinstagram

NOW READING: Workers at Venice's La Fenice opera house have declared a permanent strike in protest of the appointment of Beatrice Venezi as the new musical director. The unions are demanding the immediate revocation of the appointment, which they claim violated principles of dialogue and transparency. The appointment was unanimously approved by the foundation's president and board members, who praised Venezi as a professional who could bring international visibility to the theatre. *Link to the article in our stories while it lasts.😯🎶 . . #lafenice #opera #operasingersofinstagram #beatricevenezi

It was just announced that #BadBunny will perform at the famous #SuperBowl Halftime 🇺🇲 in February 2026. We wonder which opera singer will follow American #operastar #ReneeFleming, who performed in 2014? 🏈🎶🔊 Our fingers are crossed, hoping that an opera singer will perform. It would be an excellent opportunity for opera to reach a larger audience.🤞🏼 . . #diva #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger

Donors don't like to lose...especially in opera. 😂😂😂"As a continuation from the #AndreaBocelli post, ticket sales MATTER a great deal in opera... but for more reasons than one." -Tanisha, Editor-in-Chief . . #Opera #meetopera #ticketsales #operasingersofinstagram

Over the last two decades, Minnesota Opera's financials have seen notable growth, with total revenue increasing from $9,538,845 in 2003 to $13,746,744 in 2023. This growth was driven by contributed revenue, which rose from $6,537,018 to $10,253,790 over the same period. In contrast, ticket sales decreased from $2,310,531 in 2003 to $1,845,158 in 2023, while expenses grew from $6,613,973 to $12,624,503. . . *Please keep in mind that these numbers do not include the company's assets. All financials mentioned are publicly available online. . . #MinnesotaOpera #Opera #PerformingArts #Nonprofit #NonprofitArts #ArtsFunding #Financials #RevenueGrowth #Minnesota #TwinCities

Sue Dixon will step down as General Director of the Portland Opera on December 31, 2025, after 11 years of service. According to Broadway World, Dixon's departure marks the end of a successful tenure during which she steered the company through the pandemic and raised over $40 million in revenue. In anticipation of her exit, the Portland Opera Board of Directors has already initiated a national search for her successor. We will take a look at their 20 year financial comparison in a separate post. . . . #portlandopera #operasingersofinstagram #opera #meetopera #opera

Hey, opera lovers! What's the big deal about #AndreaBocelli? Congratulations to #JenniferRowley 🥳-Tanisha, Editor-in-Chief 🤷🏾‍♀️🎶 . . #operasingersofinstagram #meetopera #metropolitanopera

We're want to get to know YOU.😃 Let us know your thoughts.👋🏾 . . #operasingersofinstagram #opera #diva #soprano

Our community has spoken! 🗳️ Here's who you predict will sell the most tickets at the Met this fall... was your vote part of the majority? 👑 #MetOpera #OperaPoll #FallSeason #Turandot #DonGiovanni #KavalierAndClay #LaSonnambula #CommunityVote

Galas, glamorous and eye-catching are for one thing: MONEY. #Opera companies continue to raise money in order to continue their operations because ticket sales🎟 don't cut it... Raising money can be challenging and reflect the economy for deep pocket donors. According to the NY Times, #MetropolitanOpera raised $4.3 million at their Opening Night Gala. . . #operasingersofinstagram #diva #classicalmusic #meetopera

#AtlantaOpera experienced tremendous growth over the 20-year period. Like Des Moines Metro Opera, the company experienced an increase in ticket sales, unlike larger companies. While the expenses grew, its contributions and total revenue grew exponentially. . . *Please keep in mind that this doesn't include assets. All numbers are publicly available online. . . #operasingersofinstagram #Opera #classicalmusic #diva #revenue

With autumn here, Libra season is around the corner!!! Libras have a charm and love for beauty and balance that add so much to the opera industry! Shout out to these stars from the past and present born between September 23rd and October 22nd! 😀🎂♎🍂 . . . #opera #operasinger #jeaninedebique #operasingersofinstagram #classicalmusic #diva #aidagarifullina #lucianopavarotti #dmitrihvorostovsky #lisetteoropesa #libra #libraseason

It's that time of the year again... We know that more operas are happening after these... But which do you think would resonate with the public the most? Vote in our stories. . . #Opera #turandot #dongiovanni #lasonnambula #puccini #Mozart #operahouse

1 down and 3 more to go... It's opera season, and the first conductor opening sets the tone for the rest of the season. Music directors, #EunSunKim and #YannickNezetSeguin, lead the way at #SFOpera and the #MetropolitanOpera. Lyric Opera's music director, #EnriqueMazzola, will conduct their opening while #JamesGaffigan will conduct Porgy and Bess at #HGO. As we say with the singers, casts and conductors are subject to change. The Metropolitan Opera's Opening night is tomorrow. 🤷🏼‍♀️ . . #operasingersofinstagram #opera #conductor #classicalmusic #diva

News around the harsh working conditions at Des Moines Metro Opera continues to be in the opera conversation at the moment. The opera company based in Indianola, IA, began in 1973. In this 20-year comparison, this opera company is so far the only company to increase ticket sales for its summer festival. While its contributions and ticket sales increased, the company's expenses also increased in direct correlation with its revenue. . . Please keep in mind that these numbers do not include assets. All numbers are publicly available online. . #desmoinesmetro #opera #operasingersofinstagram #operasingers

#DetroitOpera was in the news for financial reasons regarding their 2025-26 season's canceled opening of Puccini's La Fanciulla del West. Formerly the Michigan Opera Theater, the company rebranded to the Detroit Opera in 2022. The company's 20-year comparison shows that the company's revenue and ticked sales decreased. An ongoing increase for all opera companies we researched are the expenses. The opera company's expenses increased by over 5.5 million. . *Please keep in mind that these numbers don't include company assets. All numbers are available online to the public. . . #Opera #operasingersofinstagram #revenue #detroit

According to public financial records of opera companies in the U.S., women working in administration in the #opera industry experienced increased payouts during the 2023-24 Opera Season versus the previous year. Elizabeth Hurley from #LyricOpera of Chicago has moved up in the rankings to number one, as the Chief Advancement Officer. San Francisco Opera Music director, Eun Sun Kim, is now number two in the highest paid category - she was number one in 2023. Houston Grand Opera General Director, Khori Dastoor, remains at the no.3 spot. Both Coralie Toevs and Diana Fortuna from the #MetropolitanOpera round out the top five. . . **Please note that these are publicly available base salaries and do not reflect other negotiated numbers that are not included in the form 990. . . This list is subject to change if other companies release their current financials, and we will update accordingly. . . #operasingersofinstagram #opera #womeninopera #money #operasingers #hgo

Sandra Oh is making her debut at the Metropolitan Opera as the Duchess of Krakenthorp in Donizetti's La Fille du Régiment. The Golden Globe-winning actress, known for her acclaimed roles in shows like Grey's Anatomy and Killing Eve, joins a cast that includes soprano Erin Morley as Marie and tenor Lawrence Brownlee as Tonio. The opera starts in mid-October. . . #sandraoh #metropolitanopera #donizetti #lafilleduregiment #lawrencebrownlee #erinmorley

On September 14, Dead Man Walking returned to SF Opera 25 years after its world premiere, a production that has become the most-performed contemporary American opera. While mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton now performs the starring role of Sister Helen Prejean, mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, who originated the role in 2000, returns in the role of Joseph De Rocher's mother. This recurring role for Graham was also performed by the legendary Frederica von Stade in the world premiere, creating a powerful full-circle moment for the opera's legacy. #RyanMckinny stars as Joseph de Rocher- the same role he performed at the #MetropolitanOpera. . . #sfopera #opera #operasingersofinstagram #susangraham #fredericavonstade #jamiebarton

Des Moines Metro Opera is in the news but not for their performances. Tyler Jett's latest articles covering the company and the opera industry revealed unsafe working conditions for company workers. Connect to Broadway World's reflections of the article in our stories. . . #desmoines #meetopeea #desmoinesmetro #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger

What a difference a decade makes! Next week, Met favorite,#RyanSpeedoGreen will make his role debut as the famous Mozart villain. He performed this role at #SantaFeOpera- a stomping ground for singers to try out roles they will eventually debut in at larger companies. Follow the pattern...😂 #PeterMattei reigned as #DonGiovanni from 2015 to 2023. #LucaPisaroni was also hired to perform the title role in 2019, while #MariuszKwiecien, #SimonKeenlyside, and #IldarAbdrazakov split the role during the 2016-17 season. . . #operasingersofinstagram #opera #Mozart #blackmeninopera

"I wasn't introduced to opera through Mozart or Puccini... I was introduced to opera through my mom, who told me about #JessyeNorman as we watched a telecast in the 90s that sold opera albums. Norman was in a white gown singing an art song. She looked and sounded like a goddess. Her artistry is unforgettable. We remember her on what would have been her 80th birthday. ❤️" -Tanisha, Editor-in-Chief . . #Opera #operasingersofinstagram #soprano #diva #blackwomeninopera

Texas opera company Dallas Opera increased their contributed revenue by over 9 million dollars in the 20-year comparison. Contributions directly correlate to the increase in the company’s total revenue by over 7 million. While expenses went up by a considerable amount, ticket sales went down by over 1.5 million. . .*Please keep in mind that these numbers don't include the company's assets. . * All numbers are publicly available in company form 990s . #dallasopera #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #classicalmusic #meetopera

The opening of the 2025-26 Opera Season marked Opera season around the world. From the United States to London, here are a few headlines our team read and discussed. . . #Opera #annanetrebko #operasingersofinstagram #sfopera #tosca

In the 20-year comparison, #SeattleOpera decreased in contributed revenue by over 5 million, which directly correlated to the Washington based company's decrease in its total revenue. Ticket sales also decreased by close to three million. Like other American opera companies, large or small, their expenses increased but only by less than 2 million. .*Please keep in mind that these numbers don't include the company's assets. . * All numbers are publicly available in company form 990s . #operasinger #operasingersofinstagram #meetopera #Seattle

Out of tragedy, the arts always arise and refresh us. In the wake of the September 11th attacks, Leontyne Price came out of retirement to sing a stellar a capella rendition of God Bless America at the Richard Tucker Foundation in October. We honor the lives lost and will never forget. 🎵🇺🇸🙏🏼🙏🏻🙏🏽 Photo Credit: Getty Images/ Hiroyuki Ito .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #opera #operasingersofinstagram #classicalmusic #soprano #diva #leontyneprice #godblessamerica #nyc #neverforget

It's the beginning of the 2025-26 #Opera season, and all eyes will be on #AnnaNetrebko as she returns to the Royal Opera & Ballet's #Tosca after six years. NY Times spoke to the company director, Oliver Mears, who is also directing the production. Mears had a rocky few weeks at the opera company from struggling with a performer's protest with the Palestinian flag to facing criticism from company members. Mears also made the decision not to bring the Tosca production to the Israeli Opera. Tomorrow evening will also be a test after much criticism for bringing Netrebko back. Connect to the article in our stories while it lasts. . . #royalopera #London #operasingersofinstagram #diva #puccini

Houston Grand Opera doubled their contributions over the twenty year period while increasing their total revenue by around 10 million. Like other American opera companies, their expenses increased by over 12 million. An interesting observation is that although their ticket sales went down slightly, they've managed to keep the ticket sales within the under 7 million bracket within 20 years. We will look into factoring consumer inflation to zero in on company financials in the future. . . *Please keep in mind that these numbers don't include the company's assets. . * All numbers are publicly available in company form 990s . . #operasingersofinstagram #hgo #houstontx #opera

Who's on first? It's opera season, and the first conductor opening sets the tone for the rest of the season. Music directors, #EunSunKim and #YannickNezetSeguin, lead the way at #SFOpera and the #MetropolitanOpera. Lyric Opera's music director, #EnriqueMazzola, will conduct their opening while #JamesGaffigan will conduct Porgy and Bess at #HGO. As we say with the singers, casts and conductors are subject to change.🤷🏼‍♀️ . . #operasingersofinstagram #opera #conductor #classicalmusic

Poignant words from a legend that still applies to today. #RIP #ChristophvonDohnányi. Connect to an excellent interview with Bruce Duffie in our stories while it lasts. . . #Opera #operasingersofinstagram #diva #soprano

This Virgo #diva became the epitome of style and grace on and offstage. Here are 5 roles #AngelaGheorghiu conquered at opera houses around the world on her special day. Don't see your favorite roles? Add more in the comments...😘🥂 . . #operasingersofinstagram #operastar #diva #tosca #latraviata

*UPDATED Well, hello, @teatrolafenice. YouTube is a huge platform that has more than 2.7 billion users and over 80 million paid subscribers. While this cannot be a direct correlation to ticket sales, it does mean exposure. While ROH, the Met and Paris Opera remain in the top 4, Teatro La Fenice is the no. 3 knocking out Paris Opera from the no. 3 slot. Teatro alla Scala moved to no. 5 with tremendous growth from 49,900 subscribers from December 2023. 😉🎵🥂 . . #opera #operasinger #youtube #royaloperahouse #metropolitanopera #teatroallascala #operadeparis #teatrolafenice

The 2025-26 Opera season began with Verdi's #Rigoletto at #SFOpera. Even as the season starts, there's news in the air about opera's survival and financial footing. Even #AdelaZaharia, who performed as Gilda, can concur... . . #operasingersofinstagram #meetopera

Thanks for voting. We wonder if #operasingers from today have any leverage at all?🤷🏻‍♀️💰 . . #negotiation #opera #divas #soprano

As they say, "size matters. " 😂... No pun intended. The #MetropolitanOpera recently announced a multi-million dollar deal with Saudi Arabia's cultural sector, Peter Gelb's GM position extension to 2030, and his exploration of naming rights to save the financially challenged opera company. The Met is the largest company in the United States with an international presence. Will these new "ideas" help the institution get out of a financial slump? While we know that opera companies in the United States don't survive off of ticket sales, we do believe that ticket sales indicate public interest. Usually, donors who give the contributed revenue are interested in companies that are showing some kind of growth and influence on the public sector. 20 years ago, the former general manager dealt with less revenue but higher ticket sales. While the expenses were high, the company seemed to come close to balancing the books versus the recent release. *Keep in mind that assets are not included. All numbers are from the company's form 990s and are publicly available. . . #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #meetopera #diva #classicalmusic #yannicknezetseguin

Fashion icon #GiorgioArmani was connected to opera as both a costume designer and a generous patron for Teatro Alla Scala. While he designed a dress for a production Schoenberg's Erwartung at La Scala in the early 1980s, he continued with his 1995 costume design for Mozart's Così fan tutte at the Royal Opera House in London starring Thomas Allen, Simon Keenlyside and Susan Graham. In 2021, he dedicated an evening gown to opera star, #MariaCallas. The legendary fashion designer died at 91. . . #operasingersofinstagram #susangraham #thomasallen #simonkeenlyside #mozart

NOW READING: The #MetropolitanOpera recently announced a new partnership with the Saudi Music Commission and the Royal Diriyah Opera House, where the company would collaborate and mount opera productions overseas during the three week winter break. This lucrative deal will amass over $100 million dollars for the opera company. Met GM, #PeterGelb mentioned that the money would prevent them from draining their endowment. On another note, the GM's contract was extended to 2030. Connect to the article in our stories.🎶💰💸 . . #operasingersofinstagram #operalover #diva #meetopera #operasinger

The 2025-26 Opera season will begin in a few days in the United States with #SFOpera. We continue to study the financial differences of major opera companies in a 20-year period. Currently home to one of the highest paid music directors and general managers in the industry, San Francisco Opera grew tremendously over the years-but not without costs. So far, San Francisco Opera saw the largest increase in revenue - almost doubling their total revenue by around 40 percent. Like the previous opera companies we highlighted, the ticket sales dropped by over 3.5 million. Their expenses increased at a similar rate as the revenue. By keeping their seasons smaller, this opera company balanced their revenue with the total expenses during the 2023-24 season. . *Keep in mind that assets are not included. All numbers are from the company's form 990s and are publicly available. . . #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #meetopera #diva #classicalmusic

Happy Labor Day.👋🏾 . . #operasingersofinstagram #operasingers #opera #classicalmusic

NOW READING: In a recent article, #MetropolitanOpera general manager, #PeterGelb, discusses why he's supporting Ukraine through various artistic partnerships with the opera company and artists and why rich people don't support opera companies like they used to... Read the full article in our stories. #HappySunday. . . #operasingersofinstagram #meetopera #operasinger #ukraine

In our research comparing 20 years between company financials, #LAOpera saw a slight increase in its total and contributed revenue. The opera company's ticket sales went down by over 4 million, and its expenses increased by close to 8 million. . . *Keep in mind that these numbers don't reflect assets. Its current numbers are the 2023-24 season. ** All financials are publicly available in the company's form 990s on their website and third-party websites. . . #meetopera #operasingersofinstagram #operasinger #losangeles #revenue