Vancouver Opera has reappointed Maestro Jacques Lacombe as Vancouver Opera’s Music Director. In a statement, Tom Wright, Vancouver Opera General Director said,“We are delighted to extend our Music Director contract with Maestro Jacques Lacombe for another three years. The award-winning Maestro has brought nuance, power, and artistic integrity to many VO productions as our Music Director. We are honoured to {…}
Vancouver Opera will its celebrate longtime chorus member Don Wright during the Sunday matinee of Puccini’s “La Bohème.” Wright will retire after 51 years and 168 productions with the Vancouver Opera Chorus. He was also a member of the Opera in Schools program from 1984 to 1988, where he performed for young students and shared his love of music and {…}
Vancouver Opera’s 2025-2026 season-closing production of Puccini’s “La Bohème” is tracking to become the highest-grossing opera in the company’s 66-year history. The opera will surpass the record formerly held by the 2023-2024 season production of “Carmen.” In a statement, Tom Wright, General Director of Vancouver Opera said, “we’re thrilled to see La Bohème’s enduring popularity reflected in this overwhelming audience {…}
Vancouver Opera has named Suzanne Scott as its new Director of Development. In the role, Scott, a classically trained soprano, will oversee the organization’s fundraising strategy, including individual giving, corporate partnerships, major gifts, and foundation support. “I recognize the importance of supporting the arts community in our beautiful city,” said Scott, per an official press release. “I am delighted to {…}
The Vancouver Opera has announced its 2026-27 season featuring three productions. In a statement, Tom Wright, Vancouver Opera General Director said, “Our 67th season invites audiences to confront power, delight in comedy, and open themselves to vulnerability with timeless classics that are adored by opera audiences everywhere. We are bringing internationally celebrated artists and visionary Canadian directors together with our {…}
Vancouver Opera is set to present Mozart’s “Così fan tutte” at Queen Elizabeth Theatre for three performances. The production will star Daniel Okulitch as Don Alfonso, Clarence Frazer as Guglielmo, Owen McCausland as Ferrando, Jamie Groote as Fiordiligi, Alex Hetherington as Dorabella, and Tracy Dahl as Despina. Rob Herriot will direct the production and Leslie Dala will conduct. In a {…}
Vancouver Opera has announced a partnership with Montecristo Jewellers, who will serve as the official sponsor for the company’s 2025–26 season. This collaboration marks the company’s first full season sponsorship since 2018–19. “This is a deeply meaningful partnership for Vancouver Opera,” said Tom Wright, General Director of Vancouver Opera, per an official press release. “Montecristo Jewellers shares our passion for {…}
Vancouver Opera has announced the return of “Taupe Tuesday” on Oct. 14, 2025. By combining affordability with cultural engagement, the event offers opera lovers and newcomers a Canadian arts community’s equivalent of Black Friday. As part of the 2025–2026 season initiative, all Thursday performances will feature special “Taupe Tuesday” pricing, with tickets for select seating sections available at 50 percent {…}
Vancouver Opera has announced the new and returning participants of the Yulanda M. Faris Young Artists Program for 2025–2026. This season’s artists will be Marianne Bertrand, Julia LoRusso, and Mihnea Nitu will join returning artists Lyndon Ladeur, Tayte Mitchell and Derek Stanyer. They will receive mentorship and training with leading Vancouver Opera artists and facilitators. Additionally, they will receive one-on-one {…}
The Vancouver Opera is set to open its 2025-26 season with Verdi’s “Rigoletto.” The opera, which is set to open on Oct. 25, 2025, will be shown three times through Nov. 2, 2025. The production, built in partnership with Pacific Opera Victoria, will push the tragedy’s boundaries while staying true to Verdi’s timeless story of love and revenge. Glynis Leyshon {…}
The Vancouver Opera is set to close its 2024-25 season with Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly.” The company is set to star sopranos Yasko Sato and Karen Chia-Ling Ho in the title role and Robert Watson and Adam Luther as Pinkerton. They will be joined by Japanese mezzo-soprano Nozomi Kato as Suzuki, Canadian baritone Brett Polegato as Sharpless, Korean-American tenor Julius Ahn as {…}