David Portillo, Will Liverman & Lauren Snouffer Lead Austin Opera’s 2022-23 Season

The Austin Opera has announced its 2022-23 season which will feature three classic works with all star casts. The 2022–2023 Long Center Season opens with Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville” starring soprano Lauren Snouffer, baritone Emmett O’Hanlon in the title role, and Jack Swanson. Stephanie Rhodes Russell conducts. Performance Dates: Nov. 5-13, 2022 “Sweeney Todd” will be conducted by Timothy {…}

Austin Opera and the Consulate General of Mexico Announce ‘Concerts at the Consulate’

Austin Opera and the Consulate General of Mexico in Austin have announced “Concerts at the Consulate,” a new series of free concerts spotlighting Latinx composers and performers. Renowned Mexican mezzo-soprano and Austin resident Claudia Chapa has joined Austin Opera as the artistic curator of the series. Chapa’s responsibilities include program development and artist selection. “The arts are such a source of {…}

Minnesota Opera, ADA Artist Management, Austin Opera, Berkshire Opera Festival, Opera Colorado, San Diego Opera Team Up for ‘The Trial of Susan B. Anthony’

Minnesota Opera, ADA Artist Management, Austin Opera, Berkshire Opera Festival, Opera Colorado, and San Diego Opera are teaming up to present the world premiere of “The Trial of Susan B. Anthony” on Oct. 26, 2020. The song cycle by Steven Mark Kohn will star mezzo-soprano Adriana Zabala in multiple roles accompanied by pianist Myra Juang. “We find ourselves at a {…}

Austin Opera Announces New Principal Conductor & Artistic Advisor

Austin Opera General Director & CEO Annie Burridge has announced the appointment of Timothy Myers, the company’s current Artistic Advisor, as the newest member of its artistic leadership team. Supported by a $2.5-million endowment fund created by longtime patrons Sarah and Ernest Butler, Myers will become the Sarah and Ernest Butler Principal Conductor & Artistic Advisor, effectively immediately through 2023. {…}