(Credit: Todd Rosenberg / Lyric Opera of Chicago) LA Opera will launch its 40th Anniversary Season with the company premiere of “West Side Story.” The work will be performed between Sept. 20 and Oct. 12, 2025. In a statement Christopher Koelsch said, “We have wanted to present ‘West Side Story’ for well over a decade, and all of the elements—including {…}
LA Opera has announced the members of the Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program for the 2025-26 season. The company stated that two of the three new members joining the program are singers, and one is a pianist and coach. Soprano Emily Damasco and mezzo-soprano Katie Trigg were chosen from more than 800 applicants, while pianist/coach Gabrielė Žemaitytė was chosen by an {…}
LA Opera has announced that the June 12 performance of “Rigoletto” will take place as planned, despite the ongoing curfew restrictions in downtown Los Angeles. The company said that “local officials have granted an exception to curfew restrictions to accommodate attendees of downtown events and performing arts venues, including the Music Center. The performance, which begins at 7:30pm, will end {…}
The LA Opera has released a statement regarding the protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The company said, “We know that many of you have been following the news about recent protests and law enforcement activity in Los Angeles. While we have not been directly impacted by protest or law enforcement activity, we are in contact with city officials and {…}
(Photo: Grzesiek Mart) LA Opera has announced the appointment of Domingo Hindoyan as the company’s Richard Seaver Music Director. His five-year contract will commence on July 1, 2026, and continue through the 2030-31 season. The Venezuelan-Armenian conductor will succeed LA Opera’s current Music Director, James Conlon, who announced last year that he will step down from that position at the {…}
The LA Opera has announced a cast change for its production of “Rigoletto.” The company said that Lisette Oropesa will sing the role of Gilda from May 31 to June 15, while Kathryn Lewek will sing the role June 18 through 21. They will replace Rosa Feola, who was originally scheduled. Oropesa has performed the role of Gilda at the {…}
(Credit: Solomon Howard) On June 7, 2025, LA Opera and The Wallis will present a recital by Joshua Guerrero. The tenor will be accompanied by pianist Peter Walsh in a program that will include art songs, jazz, cabaret, and traditional Mexican songs. The concert will take place at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. Guerrero began his professional career {…}
The Wallis has announced its 2025-26 season. This article only features opera-related performances. The world premiere of Sarah Kirkland Snider’s “Hildegard” marks LA Opera’s 17th innovative collaboration with Beth Morrison Projects. Elkhanah Pulitzer directs. Performance Dates: November 5 – 9, 2025 The second installment of LA Opera and The Wallis recital series showcases bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green with pianist Adam {…}
LA Opera has announced the death of Roberto Cani at the age of 57. In a statement, the company said, “We are heartbroken to share that Roberto Cani has sadly passed away. His tenure as LA Opera’s Stuart Canin Concertmaster began in 2011. Renowned on stages around the world, Roberto was a singular talent, invaluable leader, and incredible colleague. His {…}
The LA Opera is set to present the company premiere of Golijov’s “Ainadamar.” The opera will be presented from April 26 through May 18 and will be led by Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados. Deborah Colker’s acclaimed production will be showcased. When the production was shown at the Detroit Opera and Metropolitan Opera, OperaWire said it was a “Special Experience” and {…}
LA Opera has announced the 2025 recipients of the Eva and Marc Stern Artist Award. This year’s winners were tenor Anthony León and soprano Erica Petrocelli, two singers who are distinguished alumni of the company’s Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program and both are performing leading roles in the company’s current production of Mozart’s “Così fan tutte.” The Stern Artist Award was {…}