The Santa Fe Opera is making strides toward sustainability with the installation of 431 solar panels. In a region that boasts 320 days of sun, the solar panels will produce 400,000 kW of clean energy, powering the Crosby Theater, rehearsal spaces, and the opera company’s administrative offices. In a press release, the company stated that the savings will be $1.3 {…}
The Santa Fe Opera has announced upcoming musical programs in the communities of Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Truth or Consequences, and Roswell. The offerings will be a mixture of new and returning activities suitable for all ages. The series opens with “About ¡Voces Unidas!” in Santa Fe. Beginning February 27, the company will welcome musicians from Florida International University (FIU) for {…}
The Santa Fe Opera will host a costume sale on Saturday, March 11, 2023 in Stieren Orchestra Hall at the Santa Fe Opera. The sale will feature costumes, fabrics, and accessories including hats, masks, shoes, and more from past company productions, ranging in style from Baroque to Contemporary, all priced to sell. The entry will be free and to enhance {…}
(Credit: Norman Doggett) Santa Fe Opera has announced the 44 singers participating in the 2023 apprentice program. Apprentice singers will join in the mainstage opera performances for the 2023 season and will appear in two staged Apprentice Scene productions. Each singer will also have opportunities to work with voice faculty, participate in masterclasses with notable artists, and audition for opera {…}
The Santa Fe Opera has released a report for its 65th Festival Season. The festival, which closed on August 27, noted that it presented 38 mainstage performances and two special evenings of Apprentice Scenes featuring the talented singing and technical apprentices. In a statement, General Director Robert K. Meya said, “The 2022 Season goes down in history for many reasons. {…}
Santa Fe Opera is set to present the world premiere of “This Little Light of Mine” on Oct. 28-30, 2022. The opera was composed by Chandler Carter and librettist Diana Solomon-Glover. The work was developed as part of as part of the company’s Opera for All Voices consortium. The opera is based on the life of voting rights activist Fannie {…}
The Santa Fe Opera has announced the return of free Opera in the Park screenings in Albuquerque and Santa Fe and Radio Broadcasts with 95.5 KHFM Classical Public Radio. Opera in the Park Albuquerque residents will have a chance to experience a free screening of Bizet’s “Carmen,” at Civic Plaza on August 28. The live-recorded production will be presented on {…}
The Santa Fe Opera has announced its 2023 season and revealed its 19th world premiere slated for 2024. The company noted that in 2024, the company has commissioned a new opera by two of America’s most exciting talents, composer Gregory Spears and former US Poet Laureate and Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy K. Smith titled “The Righteous.” The 2023 Season The Santa Fe Opera’s 66th Festival {…}
The Santa Fe Opera has announced a cast change for its production of “Carmen.” The company noted that Bryan Hymel has withdrawn from the role of Don Jose and will be replaced by Matthew White. White recently performed at the Michigan Opera Theatre, Spoleto Festival USA, Arizona Opera, Bard SummerScape, Edmonton Opera, Princeton Festival and Cincinnati Opera. He has performed {…}
Santa Fe Opera unveiled its 47 Apprentice Singers for the 2022 season and will restart the popular visitor activities. With over 800 applicants, the Santa Fe Opera’s Apprentice Singer Program set a new record in selecting 47 participants. Current participants hale from the United States, Canada, China, Haiti, Japan, Korea, and Venezuela. Sopranos include Caitlin Aloia, Avery Boettcher, Caroline Corrales, {…}
The Santa Fe Opera has announced casting updates for its 2022 season. The company noted that for its production of “Carmen,” apprentice singers Luke Sutliff will sing Dancaïrewhile Anthony León will sing Remendado. Meanwhile apprentice singers Darren Lekeith Drone will sing Moralès, Magdalena Kuźma will sing Frasquita, and Kathleen Felty will sing Mercédès. Finally, Omen Thomas Sade will sing Lillas {…}