Opera Parallèle, in proud collaboration with The San Francisco Transgender District, is set to present “EXPANSIVE: A Showcase of Transgender and Nonbinary Classical Artists” for its fourth annual presentation.

This year, the program will feature the San Francisco debut of acclaimed transgender baritone, Lucia Lucas and will be held on August 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the A.C.T. Toni Rembe Theater.

Lucas will be joined by additional guest singers and pianist Taylor Chan for a 90-minute program.

In a statement, Nicole Paiement, General and Artistic Director of Opera Parallèle said, “We are honored to welcome the remarkable Lucia Lucas to Expansive this year. Her artistry and presence on the global operatic stage embody the mission of this showcase — to uplift and celebrate transgender and nonbinary excellence in classical music.”

Transgender District Co-Executive Directors Breonna McCree and Carlo Gomez Arteaga said, “We are so thrilled for the fourth annual Expansive show in collaboration with Opera Parallèle. By featuring transgender and gender-expansive talent in the classical field, we center these talented individuals who are making it possible for others who are often overlooked. To host a night that showcases our talent and joy means so much to us and we hope you all will come and bask in the greatness of our trans existence.”

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