Emily Margevich, Kristen Choi, Julius Ahn, & Richard Ollarsaba Star in Knoxville Opera’s 2026-27 Season

(Photo credit: Jules Ko) Knoxville Opera announces its 2026-27 season. The “Opera Under the Stars” series brings opera, musical theatre, and familiar favorites to the Augusta Quarry. Performance Dates: July 23, Aug. 27, & Sept. 24, 2026 The Knoxville Opera Salon Series, which takes place throughout the season, is presented in partnership with the historic Eugenia Williams House. Performance Dates: {…}

Apr 28, 2026

Timothy Mix, Helen Zhibing Huang & Charles Calotta Lead Knoxville Opera’s ‘Gianni Schicchi’

The Knoxville Opera will close its season with two performances of Puccini’s “Gianni Schicchi” at the Bijou Theatre on May 8 and 10, 2026. Ben Makino conducts the production, which is directed by Dean Anthony. The cast features Timothy Mix in the title role alongside Helen Zhibing Huang as Lauretta, Charles Calotta as Rinuccio, and Karen Nickell as Zita. Cody {…}

Nov 6, 2024

‘Knoxville Opera Goes to Church’ Set for 15th Anniversary Performance

Knoxville Opera is set to present “Knoxville Opera Goes to Church” on Nov. 10, 2024. The concert, which kicks off at 5 p.m. local time at New Covenant Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN, will feature such soloists as Evelyn Jack, Michael Rodgers, Tori Franklin, and John Overholt. They are joined by the Knoxville Opera Gospel Choir for the 15th anniversary {…}

Sep 6, 2024

Knoxville Opera to Honor Robert Lyall in Gala Concert

Knoxville Opera is set to present “Opera’s Greatest Hits: A Tribute to Robert Lyall”on Sept. 22, 2024. The event will be conducted by Francis Graffo and will feature such vocalists as Michael Chioldi, Hannah Ludwig, Murrella Parton, John Pickle, Scott Purcell, Renée Tatum, David Weigel, Cody Boling, Jacqueline Brecheen, Joel Brown, Lauren Boozer, Staley Clark, Tori Franklin, and John Overholt {…}

Aug 12, 2024

Knoxville Opera’s General Director & CEO Joins OPERA America Board of Directors

Knoxville Opera has announced that General Director and CEO Jason Hardy has joined the OPERA America Board of Directors. “Knoxville Opera has been doing great work for many years, and under Jason’s leadership the company seems destined to reach new horizons,” said Knoxville Opera Board Chair Allison Easterday in an official press release. “Jason and his team have elevated the {…}

Jul 16, 2024

Knoxville Opera Unveils 2024-25 Season

Knoxville Opera has unveiled its 2024-25 season. The first performance of the season will be an “Opera’s Greatest Hits” concert that honors conductor Robert Lyall. Performance Dates: Sept. 22, 2024 On the opera side of things, first up on the slate is Gilbert and Sullivan’s “The Pirates of Penzance.” The production is directed by Dean Anthony and conducted by Joseph {…}

Sep 21, 2023

Knoxville Opera Celebrates Opening of ‘Falstaff’ With Accompanying Shakespeare Camp

In preparation for its 2023-24 season opener “Falstaff,” Knoxville Opera welcomes local high school students for “Falstaff: Comedy & Shakespeare Camp.” From Oct. 9-13 at the Knoxville Opera’s offices, participants will explore Shakespearean style, comedy, stage presence, and performance practices. Bijou Theatre’s Nathan McGhee and soprano Sarah Clementine Mire lead the activities. The camp culminates with the opportunity for students {…}

Aug 4, 2023

Knoxville Opera Announces 2023-24 Season

Knoxville Opera has released its line up for the 2023-24 season. The season will commence with Verdi’s “Falstaff” at the historic Tennessee Theatre. Steven Condy, Kevin Godinez, Derrek Stark, and Tori Patricia Franklin lead the cast. Dean Anthony directs alongside conductor Jorge Parodi. Performance Dates: October 13 & 15, 2023 Starting the new year is Verdi’s “La Traviata.” Anya Matanovič {…}

Mar 23, 2018

40 Years and Counting for Knoxville Opera

“It might be good to have opera in ‘country music’ country.” Former Knoxville Opera Board Member Brenda Maupin recalls the thinking of Edward Zambara, the late bass-baritone and University of Tennessee Voice Department Chair. In 1976, with help from the city of Knoxville and opera lovers on the Greater Knoxville Arts Council, he founded Knoxville Civic Opera and became its {…}

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