Opera Birmingham has named Natalie Bergeron to the position of Executive and Artistic Director, effective August 1, 2025.

Bergeron is a local native who has worked for more than a decade as a dramatic soprano performing throughout Europe and the Americas. She has appeared with the Theatro Municipal de São Paulo, Opera Verona, Auditorium La Verdi, Birmingham Concert Chorale, Orchestra La Verdi, Opera Memphis, the Alabama Symphony, and Opera Birmingham.

Moreover, she has served as Director of Human Resources at EWTN and also worked in consulting and leadership roles in global HR and financial operations. Other roles she has occupied include Global Head of HR and Business Process Manager for a division of Standard Chartered Bank, among others.

Opera Birmingham is thrilled to welcome Natalie Bergeron,” said Matthew Penfield, Chair of the Opera Birmingham Board of Directors, per an official press release. “She brings not only extraordinary musical talent and vision, but also deep expertise in business strategy and organizational leadership. Natalie’s unique background will help us grow artistically and with renewed purpose. The Birmingham arts community will benefit from her leadership.”