OPERA America Onstage

OPERA America Onstage, our signature public programming series, welcomes artists, students, and opera audiences for intimate performances and conversations with our industry’s leading artists and rising talent.

Join us throughout the year at our National Opera Center and in broadcasts online as we learn the inner workings of the industry and witness the talent shaping its future. Following each event, you’re invited to meet the guests and artists for a casual reception.

Jeanine Tesori in Conversation

Wednesday, September 18, 2024
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET

In Person at the National Opera Center & Livestreamed

Fresh off her Tony Award win for Kimberly Akimbo, genre-bending composer Jeanine Tesori will discuss her remarkable career in opera and musical theater at the opening event of OPERA America’s Onstage season. Tesori’s innovative work spans collaborations on Broadway with playwright Tony Kushner to her upcoming Metropolitan Opera debut with Grounded (libretto by George Brant). As the first woman composer to be presented at the Met in nearly a decade, Tesori is an inspiring role model for creators across genres. Join Tesori and Marc A. Scorca, president/CEO of OPERA America, for an insightful conversation about Tesori’s career and contributions to the art form.

Attendees are invited to a casual reception following the event.

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2024-2025 Season

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Jeanine Tesori in Conversation

Composer Jeanine Tesori discusses her remarkable career in opera as the Met Opera opens its season with her latest work, GROUNDED.

September 18, 2024

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Anthony Roth Costanzo in Conversation

Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo delves into his journey from renowned singer to general director of Opera Philadelphia.

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2024 Awards for Digital Excellence in Opera

The 2024 Awards for Digital Excellence in Opera recognizes the best operatic work created for digital platforms.

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New Works Showcase

A showcase of developing new work selected from applicants across the country, celebrating the creativity of contemporary composers and librettists.

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Creators in Conversation with OperaCréole & Opera Lafayette

OperaCréole and Opera Lafayette discuss bringing a historic work out of the history books and onto the stage for the first time.

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Elkhanah Pulitzer in Conversation

Director Elkhanah Pulitzer discusses her innovative stage direction and her exploration of music and theater across genres.

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The 2024–2025 season of OPERA America Onstage is supported in part by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

Programming at the National Opera Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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Students with a valid school ID are eligible for free tickets to Onstage Events.

Members receive discounted tickets to all OPERA America Onstage events.

For assistance, contact us at Membership@operaamerica.org or 646.699.5248. To learn about becoming a member, visit Membership.

Jake Heggie in Conversation (credit: Sarah K. Ivins)

Anthony Davis in Conversation (credit: Marcel Sokalski)

Digital Opera Awards 2023 (credit: Marcel Sokalski)

Creators in Concert (credit: Marcel Sokalski)

Creators in Concert Reception (credit: Marcel Sokalski)

Marc A. Scorca (credit: Marcel Sokalski)