OPERA America

OPERA America OPERA America is the national service organization for opera and is dedicated to the creation, presentation and enjoyment of the art form.
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OPERA America draws on resources and expertise from within and beyond the opera field to advance a mutually beneficial agenda that serves and strengthens the field through programs in the following categories:

Creation: Artistic services that help artists and companies increase the creativity and excellence of opera productions, especially North American works;
Presentation: Opera company servic

es that address the specific needs of staff, trustees and volunteers;
Enjoyment: Education, audience development and community services that increase all forms of opera appreciation. The association provides members with an array of publications and online resources, regional workshops, an annual conference and network-specific services such as conference calls, listservs and direct contact with staff with expertise in opera production, administration and education. OPERA America provides members with tools to maximize the effectiveness of financial and human resources, expand the scope of repertoire and programs, and extend their reach to new and diverse audiences. Founded in 1970, OPERA America has an international membership that includes nearly 150 Professional Company Members, 300 Associate and Business Members, 2,000 Individual Members and over 16,000 subscribers to its electronic news service.

06/05/2026
We had an amazing week at Opera Conference 2026! Thank you to everyone who joined us in Wilmington, Delaware. We couldn'...
06/05/2026

We had an amazing week at Opera Conference 2026! Thank you to everyone who joined us in Wilmington, Delaware.

We couldn't have done it without our incredible host company, OperaDelaware , and our wonderful sponsors and partners.

(📸 by Moonloop Photography)

06/04/2026

You're invited to Opera Conference 2027, May 12–14, in Milwaukee, WI!

Watch a special invitation — and introduction to Milwaukee — from Maggey Oplinger, general director and CEO of our host company, The Florentine Opera.

Opera Conference 2027 will include three days of innovative programming, hands-on learning, and networking opportunities — all at the iconic Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. Plus, you can sit back and enjoy a performance of The Magic Flute from The Florentine Opera.

Mark your calendar to join us in the Midwest for the world's most influential gathering of opera professionals.

Registration opens in fall 2026 at operaamerica.org/Conference

Don't miss your chance to explore FREE articles from the spring issue of Opera America Magazine! In this issue, enjoy a ...
05/28/2026

Don't miss your chance to explore FREE articles from the spring issue of Opera America Magazine!

In this issue, enjoy a look inside OperaDelaware's company artist program, read our latest "In the Wings" profiles featuring singers of note, and explore the history and future of Indigenous opera in America.

Plus, if you're a member, you can access Douglas MacLennan's op-ed on how opera companies can leverage AI to connect with their communites.

Check it out at operaamerica.org/magspring26

OPERA America's National Opera Center is closed today, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. (📸 Danny Bristoll Photogra...
05/25/2026

OPERA America's National Opera Center is closed today, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

(📸 Danny Bristoll Photography)

Discover the singers who have caught the ears and eyes of the field in IN THE WINGS, featuring mezzo-soprano Camila Mont...
05/22/2026

Discover the singers who have caught the ears and eyes of the field in IN THE WINGS, featuring mezzo-soprano Camila Montefusco and soprano Emily Richter.

Read profiles of these two artists of note, as nominated by members of the field, online at operaamerica.org/magspring26

📸:
1. Camila Montefusco in THE MEDIUM with the Orchestre classique de Montréal in 2024 (photo: Tam Photography)
2. Emily Richter in IPHIGÉNIE EN TAURIDE at Pittsburgh Opera in 2024 (photo: David Bachman)

We're keeping the celebration going for teachers at the National Opera Center! All teachers (past and present) are invit...
05/21/2026

We're keeping the celebration going for teachers at the National Opera Center!

All teachers (past and present) are invited to join us at the National Opera Center on Friday, May 22, from 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for a light reception and gift.

In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Month, we want to thank all the teachers and teaching artists who keep opera and the arts alive.

We're celebrating teachers at OPERA America’s National Opera Center today from 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.!In honor of National ...
05/21/2026

We're celebrating teachers at OPERA America’s National Opera Center today from 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.!

In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Month, we want to thank all the teachers and teaching artists who keep opera and the arts alive.

All teachers (past and present) are invited to join us at the Opera Center today, May 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a light reception and gift.

📸 Photo by Danny Bristoll Photography

We're celebrating teachers at OPERA America’s National Opera Center today from 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.!All teachers (past an...
05/20/2026

We're celebrating teachers at OPERA America’s National Opera Center today from 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.!

All teachers (past and present) are invited to join us at the Opera Center today, May 20, and tomorrow, May 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a light reception and gift.

📸 Photo by Danny Bristoll Photography

We're celebrating teachers at the National Opera Center!In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Month, we want to than...
05/17/2026

We're celebrating teachers at the National Opera Center!

In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Month, we want to thank all the teachers and teaching artists who keep opera and the arts alive.

All teachers (past and present) are invited to join us at the Opera Center on May 20 and 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for a light reception and gift.

Thank you for ardently taking up this essential work, and thank you for nurturing generations of artists who demonstrate the profound value of the arts to the world.

📸 Photo by Danny Bristoll Photography

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330 7th Avenue, Fl 7th
New York, NY
10001

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Tuesday 10am - 10pm
Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 10am - 10pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 10pm

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