Cincinnati Opera and the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music will present a public preview of “O’Keeffe: Kiss the Sky.” The new opera-ballet, commissioned by Washington National Opera, will take the stage on March 31 at 7:30 p.m. at Cincinnati Ballet and traces the life of artist Georgia O’Keeffe. The score is by GRAMMY Award-winning composer Christopher Tin, with a {…}
Cincinnati Opera has announced “Underscore,” a new event series running March through May 2026 that explores opera through theatrical, social, and cultural lenses inspired by the company’s 2026 Summer Festival repertoire. “Underscore” opens with “The Importance of Being Oscar,” an original one-act play by Evans Mirageas and Audrey Chait that examines Oscar Wilde’s first visit to Cincinnati in 1882, prior {…}
The Cincinnati Opera has announced that its 2025 Summer Festival will be broadcast on 90.9 WGUC on Sunday evenings in November. Each broadcast will begin at 8 p.m. ET. The first broadcast will be Verdi’s “Rigoletto” with Michael Chioldi as Rigoletto, Kathryn Lewek, Zach Borichevsky, Morris Robinson, and Tesia Kwarteng. John Fiore conducts. Broadcast Date: Nov. 2, 2025 The second broadcast {…}
The Cincinnati Opera has announced the election of officers for its board of trustees for the 2025–2026 fiscal year, as well as the addition of eight trustees and seven Cincinnati Opera Board Associates. The company said that the officers were elected at the Annual Meeting on Sept. 17, 2025. The following offers were elected for a one-year term in September {…}
Cincinnati Opera and the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) will showcase a preview of two new operas-in-progress this fall as part of the “Opera Fusion: New Works” program. On Oct. 11, 2025, at 2 p.m. local time, audiences will get a chance to check out Maria Thompson Corley and Diana Solomon-Glover’s “John Lewis: Good Trouble.” The opera explores {…}
The Cincinnati Opera has announced its 2026 season. Strauss’ “Salome” will star Kathryn Lewek, Alfred Walker, Chad Shelton, Michelle DeYoung, and Zach Borichevsky. José María Condemi directs the production, with Robert Spano conducting. Performance Dates: June 18 & 20, 2026 Kevin Day’s and Tifara Brown’s “Lalovavi” will be directed by Kimille Howard and conducted by Kevin Miller. Brittany Olivia Logan, {…}
(Photo by Philip Groshong) Cincinnati Opera has announced the return of “Opera Goes to Church!” The series is presented in partnership with Lincoln Heights Missionary Baptist Church, Southern Baptist Church, and New Jerusalem Baptist Church, and combines gospel, jazz, and classical music to provide a unique experience. The showcases will feature famed opera soloists as well as congregational choirs and {…}
(Credit:Kristin Hoebermann) Cincinnati Opera has announced the lineup for its 2025 series of Studio Sessions. The sessions are intimate, cabaret-style performances at Music Hall’s Wilks Studio curated and performed by Cincinnati Opera artists. The first session will be “Soul and Sound: Dueling Pianos and Artistic Tributes to the Harlem Renaissance” will feature Tifara Brown, Kevin Day, and Kevin Miller in music {…}
The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) and Cincinnati Opera announced a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The CBA was ratified by the AGMA Board of Governors on March 3, after being approved by the artists. This agreement secures improvements for AGMA members of Cincinnati Opera, including wage increases, better financial support for non-local Artists, stronger workplace protections, and {…}
Cincinnati Opera has announced its 2025 season celebrating its 105th anniversary season. In a statement General Director Christopher Milligan said, “We’re thrilled to invite audiences to experience our 2025 Summer Festival, a season that reflects our commitment to both tradition and exploration. We aspire to offer accessible points of entry to enjoy opera, and we hope that productions like Fiddler on {…}
Cincinnati Opera has announced several changes to its board of trustees. The organization announced several new officers elected for one-year terms. They include: President Ronald T. Bates, Managing Director, 1919 Investment Counsel Chair Melanie M. Chavez, Partner, Chavez Properties Treasurer Robert Bitter, Partner, Deloitte & Touche Secretary Charles E. Baverman III, Partner, Dinsmore & Shohl New trustees include: Aine Baldwin, {…}