Edmonton Opera Announces Finalists & Judges for Rumbold Vocal Prize

Edmonton Opera has announced the finalists and judges for its inaugural Rumbold Vocal Prize. The finalists include soprano Lauren Margison, bass-baritone Vartan Gabrielian, mezzo-soprano Madison Montambault, and tenor Spencer Britten. Additionally, mezzo-soprano Alla Slakhova has been invited to participate as part of a partnership between the organization and the University of Alberta, which allows for the selection of one artist {…}

Aug 21, 2022

Edmonton Opera to Bring Back ‘Opera al Fresco’

“Opera al Fresco” is set to return to the University of Alberta Botanical Garden following a three year absence. The event, presented by Edmonton Opera is set for August 26, 2022. The program that will feature over 25 artists, including soprano Miriam Kahlil and mezzo-soprano Andrea Hill. Kahlil performed in the company’s 2022 production of “La Bohème,” while Hill took on {…}

Aug 4, 2022

Edmonton Opera Announces Rumbold Vocal Prize

Edmonton Opera has announced the inaugural Rumbold Vocal Prize. The prize will be awarded to emerging opera singers with four finalists taking part in a week of professional development. Among the activities they will participate in are a vocal master class featuring Adrianne Pieczonka. The four finalists will receive air transportation, food per diem and private hotel accommodation for the {…}

Jun 27, 2022

Edmonton Opera Announces New Executive Director

Sue Fitzsimmons has been named the new Executive Director of Edmonton Opera. Through her experience and senior leadership of over 15 years, she helped Edmonton Opera fulfill its mission of bringing the community together through arts experiences. Fitzsimmons is an experienced choral singer, with a Ph.D. from the University of Alberta. She has been a professor at the same University {…}

May 31, 2022

Karen Slack, Siman Chung, Magid El-Bushra, David Pomeroy, Etta Fung Headline Edmonton Opera’s 2022-23 Season

Edmonton Opera has announced its 2022-23 season. This season will be the first under artistic director Joel Ivany and will feature three opera productions. “Tosca” will kick off the new season in a production by Alison Moritz. Simon Rivard conducts a cast starring Karen Slack, David Pomeroy, and Peter Barrett. Performance Dates: Oct. 22 – 28, 2022 Joel Ivany directs {…}

Mar 14, 2022

Edmonton Opera to Premiere New Production of ‘Così fan tutte’

Edmonton Opera is set to premiere a new production of “Così fan tutte” on March 19, 2022. The work, which will be conducted by Justo Valdés and directed by Kim Mattice Wanat (both in their company debuts), will aim to redirect the opera’s famed titular punchline and “re-examine the way women are portrayed in the story.” “We first meet the {…}

Feb 1, 2022

Edmonton Opera Announces Cast Change for ‘La Boheme’

The Edmonton Opera has announced a cast change for its production of “La Boheme.” The company noted that on Saturday, Feb.5 the role of Rodolfo will be sung by tenor Adam Luther replacing Andrew Haji. Luther previously sang the role of Tamino in the company’s 2015 production of “The Magic Flute.” He has also performed with the Manitoba Opera, Calgary {…}

Nov 19, 2021

Edmonton Opera Announces New Artistic Director

The Edmonton Opera’s Board of Directors has announced that Joel Ivany will be the company’s new artistic director. Ivany, who is the founder of Against the Grain Theatre in Toronto, made his Edmonton Opera debut in 2013 when he directed a new production of “The Tales of Hoffman. He has also directed works for such companies as The Canadian Opera {…}

Nov 9, 2021

Edmonton Opera Presents Digital Premiere of Opera Scenes ‘Grover and Friends’ and ‘Alarm’

(Credit: Kelly Redinger) On Nov. 26, 2021, Edmonton Opera will present the digital premiere of composer Vivian Fung’s two operatic scenes, “Grover and Friends,” and “Alarm.” The premieres come as part of the company’s Wild Rose Opera Project and will stream on their website, Facebook, and YouTube pages. The works are based on the oral history of Fung’s family, who {…}

Mar 11, 2020

Edmonton Opera to Present ‘Candide’

Edmonton Opera is set to open a production of Bernstein’s “Candide” starting on March 14, 2020 at the Jubilee Auditorium. Joel Ivany will direct the company premiere of the famed work with Peter Dala conducting. In the title role, audiences will see Adam Fisher. He will be joined by Caitlin Wood as Cunegonde, John Ullyatt as Dr. Pangloss and the {…}