David Lomelí Named General Director & CEO of the Dallas Opera

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The Dallas Opera has appointed David Lomelí as the next Kern Wildenthal General Director and CEO, effective June 1, 2026. The Boad of Directors, Chair Quincy Roberts announced the news and said, “David Lomelí is the rare leader who understands that great opera companies must honor tradition while fearlessly building for the future. He brings international artistic credibility, strategic vision, and {…}

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The Dallas Opera Reveals Streaming Series for 2026

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The Dallas Opera (TDO) has announced a free seasonal streaming initiative featuring select productions from recent seasons, available on-demand via the company’s YouTube channel beginning May 1, 2026. Recorded live at the Winspear Opera House, the operas will be released in monthly rotations through August 2026, each available for one month and all including English subtitles. Additionally, beginning September 14, {…}

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Claire Lewis Receives Martha R. and Preston A. Peak Fellowship from The Dallas Opera for 2026-27

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The Dallas Opera has announced conductor Claire Lewis as the recipient of the Martha R. and Preston A. Peak Fellowship for the 2026-27 season. An alumna of the Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Women Conductors (HIWC) Class of 2025, Lewis becomes the second conductor to hold the position since the fellowship was established last season. Lewis During her fellowship {…}

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The Dallas Opera to Launch ‘OperaTruck’ 2026 with ‘The Three Little Pigs’

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The Dallas Opera will kick off its spring “OperaTruck” season on March 14, 2026, at Grand Prairie Memorial Library with a free performance of “The Three Little Pigs.” The “OperaTruck” is a mobile outdoor stage set up on the flatbed of an 18-wheel truck, driven out into the community for free 30-minute family-friendly opera performances each spring and fall. The {…}

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Anna Pirozzi, Anthony León, Saimir Pirgu, Christiane Karg & Gabriella Reyes lead The Dallas Opera’s 2026-27 Season

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The Dallas Opera has announced its 2026-27 season. Opera Soraya Mafi, Anthony León, Alessandro Corbelli, and Mihai Damian open the season with Donizetti’s “L’Elisir d’Amore” with Guillermo García Calvo conducting a production by Stephen Lawless. Performance Dates: Oct. 9-17, 2026 Mirjam Mesak, Zachary Nelson, Shannon Keegan, Andrew Harris, Lindsay Ammann, Brandon Cedel, and Kayla Nanto lead Janáček’s “The Cunning Little {…}

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Ian Derrer Steps Down from The Dallas Opera, Set to Be New General Director at Canadian Opera Company

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The Canadian Opera Company has announced the appointment of Ian Derrer as the company’s next General Director. Derrer, who has stepped down from his current position as the General Director and CEO of The Dallas Opera, will assume the role on July 1, 2026. Derrer has been at the helm of The Dallas Opera for the past eight years. During {…}

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The Dallas Opera Names Finalists for National Vocal Competition 2026

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The Dallas Opera (TDO) has announced the finalists for its biennial National Vocal Competition on March 6, 2026, at the Winspear Opera House in Dallas. The 10 finalists include bass-baritone Tzvi Bat Asherah, tenor Nathan Bowles, mezzo-soprano Meg Brilleslyper, soprano Lauryn Davis, mezzo-soprano Deanna Ray Eberhart, soprano Sophia Hunt, mezzo-soprano Kayla Nanto, soprano Luna Seongeun Park, soprano Anna Thompson, and {…}

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The Dallas Opera Success With $25 Million Challenge Grant, More than Doubles Endowment

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The Dallas Opera (TDO) has announced the successful completion of a $25 million challenge grant from the O’Donnell Foundation. Per an official press release, combined with new and increased gifts secured during the campaign, the effort raised a total of $54.5 million to support the company’s endowment and general operations. “The Dallas Opera is incredibly grateful to our loyal donors {…}

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The Dallas Opera Cancels Performance Due to Inclement Weather

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The Dallas Opera has announced the cancelation of its Hart Institute for Women Conductors 10th Anniversary Showcase on Jan. 25, 2026. The company said that it was forced to cancel the performance due to inclement weather in the North Texas region. In a statement, Ian Derrer, TDO’s Kern Wildenthal General Director and CEO said, “We were so looking forward to {…}

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David Lomelí Named General Director & CEO of the Dallas Opera

The Dallas Opera Reveals Streaming Series for 2026

Claire Lewis Receives Martha R. and Preston A. Peak Fellowship from The Dallas Opera for 2026-27

The Dallas Opera to Launch ‘OperaTruck’ 2026 with ‘The Three Little Pigs’

Anna Pirozzi, Anthony León, Saimir Pirgu, Christiane Karg & Gabriella Reyes lead The Dallas Opera’s 2026-27 Season

Ian Derrer Steps Down from The Dallas Opera, Set to Be New General Director at Canadian Opera Company

The Dallas Opera Names Finalists for National Vocal Competition 2026

The Dallas Opera Success With $25 Million Challenge Grant, More than Doubles Endowment

The Dallas Opera Cancels Performance Due to Inclement Weather