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OPERA America issues press releases to announce new initiatives, grant and award recipients, and other news about the organization and opera field.

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Oct 22, 2024
OPERA America Announces 2024 Opera Hall of Fame Inductees

Seven exemplary artists, administrators, and advocates will be inducted into the Opera Hall of Fame at OPERA America Salutes Awards...

Sep 19, 2024
OPERA America Announces 2024 National Opera Trustee Recognition Awards

The awards honor outstanding trustees of North American opera companies for their exemplary leadership and service on behalf of their...

Sep 12, 2024
OPERA America Awards $100,000 to Support Opera by Women at Five Opera Companies

The grants promote the development of new works by women and bring visibility to women composers in the field.

Aug 21, 2024
OPERA America Announces New Board Chair and Key Staff Appointments

Lee Anne Myslewski steps into a new role on the Board and two esteemed staff members, Jamelah Rimawi and Megan Carpenter, receive...

Jul 30, 2024
OPERA America Awards Kelley Rourke the 2024 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize

Established in 2021 by acclaimed librettist Mark Campbell, the Prize supports the creative development and career advancement of the...

Jul 29, 2024
OPERA America Announces Participants of the 2024‒2025 Mentorship Program for Opera Leaders of Color

The yearlong Mentorship Program provides mentees with guidance and support from veteran BIPOC arts administrators.

Jul 24, 2024
OPERA America Awards Fifth Annual IDEA Opera Grants to Three Projects by Nathan Felix and Anita Gonzalez, Danielle Olana Jagelski and Rhiana Yazzie, and Jorge Sosa

The grants support composers and librettists in the development of new operatic works and the advancement of their careers.

Jul 23, 2024
OPERA America Awards $100,000 in Discovery Grants to Seven Women Composers

The grants will support the development of new opera and music theater works by these exceptional composers.

Jul 18, 2024
OPERA America Welcomes Eight New Members to Its Board of Directors

OPERA America’s Voting Members elected distinguished leaders for three-year terms.

May 09, 2024
OPERA America Announces OperaFest LA: A Week-Long Festival Showcasing Los Angeles's Innovative & Diverse Approaches to Opera

Seven opera companies offer innovative productions, premieres, workshops, and screenings from June 1-8, 2024, in Los Angeles.

May 08, 2024
OPERA America Extends Service at Its National Opera Center Through 2042

With 10-year lease extension, OPERA America's National Opera Center will offer consistent service to the opera and arts sectors in...

May 06, 2024
OPERA America Awards 2024 Opera Grants for Women Stage Directors and Conductors

Ten opera companies awarded for appointing women artistic leaders to upcoming productions.

May 01, 2024
OPERA America Announces $195,000 in Awards for NYC Opera Grants: Support for Small-Budget Companies

Grants help ten small New York City opera companies innovate, produce, and engage audiences and their communities.

Mar 04, 2024
OPERA America Announces the Recipients of 2024 Repertoire Development Grants

OPERA America announces the seven recipients of its 2024 Repertoire Development Grants.

Jan 31, 2024
OPERA America Launches “Studio Happy Hours” Rates Starting at $5/Hour For Vocal, Instrumental, and Theatrical Rehearsal Rentals at Its National Opera Center

OPERA America launches Studio Happy Hours, a new initiative providing budget-friendly rehearsal space at its National Opera Center in...