Arizona Opera has named Katherine Kozak its new Head of Music, Chorus Master, and Principal Coach of the Pullin Opera Studio. “I’m delighted to be joining this dynamic company, and am enthusiastic to get to know and collaborate with the staff, and the artists of the Studio and Chorus. I’m happily anticipating my move to the Phoenix area and becoming {…}

Arizona Opera has announced Dr. Phil Woodmore as the Veterans Chorus Master and Outreach Specialist for “The Falling and The Rising.” Woodmore is a composer, music educator, and vocal coach, who has written several works including “Antigone in Ferguson,” “The Drum Major Instinct,” and music for one of Frederick Douglass’ speeches. He recently served as artistic director of “Requiem of {…}

The Arizona Opera has canceled its screening of “Rigoletto” on July 20. The company said, “due to unforeseen circumstances, we, unfortunately, must cancel Wednesday night’s screening of ‘Rigoletto’ in Tucson. Anyone who purchased tickets for Wednesday’s screening will be receiving a refund.” The company, however, did confirm that Sunday’s screening in Phoenix will continue as scheduled. The screening is part {…}