Vancouver Opera Announces Three New Productions for its 2022-23 Season

Vancouver Opera has unveiled its 2022-23 season. “We are thrilled to announce Vancouver Opera’s 2022–2023 season which will include three full-scale productions, all centered on the theme of love,” said Tom Wright, Vancouver Opera General Director, in an official press release.“The 2022–2023 season will see the return of two beloved operas for our Vancouver Opera patrons along with an incredible, {…}

Caitlin Wood, Ernesto Ramirez, Jorell Williams Headline Vancouver Opera’s ‘HMS Pinafore’

On April 30, 2022, Vancouver Opera will conclude its 2021-22 season with a production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s “HMS Pinafore.” Directed by Brenna Corner, this production features a modernized libretto by writer and comedian JD Derbyshire. Conductor Rosemary Thompson will make her company debut, leading a cast comprised of Caitlin Wood, Ernesto Ramirez, Jorell Williams, Peter McGillivray, Marcus Nance, and {…}

Vancouver Opera Receives Major Grant from Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation

Vancouver Opera has received a $50,000 grant from the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation to support its educational outreach programs. The educational outreach includes “Vancouver Opera in Schools,” “Project Opera,” “Opera Lab,” and “The Capstone Mentorship Program,” all of which aim to provide opportunities for students across grades 1 to 12 to engage with opera. The programs may reach up {…}