Boulder Opera Company delves into the mind of talented stage director, Zane Alcorn as he discusses the artistic journey of directing The Adventures of Pinocchio ..read more

Recently the Denver Arts & Culture News sat down with Boulder Opera’s  founder and Executive Artistic Director Dianela Acosta for an interview. Discover her journey as a female leader in opera, her passion for engaging new audiences, and the innovative programs Boulder Opera offers. Learn how she promotes gender diversity and creates opportunities for local musicians, and find out what exciting projects are on the horizon for the company. Don't miss this insightful interview! READ MORE HERE ..read more

? Exciting News! ? Denver Voyage recently sat down with our Founder and General Director, Dianela Acosta, to dive into the rich history and vibrant future of Boulder Opera. Discover the inspiration behind our beloved productions and get a sneak peek at our thrilling upcoming season. Don't miss out on this insightful interview—perfect for all opera enthusiasts and supporters of the arts! Check it out now and join us as we continue to bring meaningful and accessible opera to life. CLICK FOR THE INTERVIEW LINK HERE ..read more

Boulder Opera Company had the privilege to interview Ilan Blank, a local composer and recent graduate from CU. Blank's The Spare Room with a Shag Rug will be showcased in our upcoming performance, Operatizers. Tune in as Blank explains the inspiration behind his creation, how history influences his storytelling and more fascinating insights.  ..read more

Brandon Tyler Padgett and Sabina Balsamo fill the positions of both performers and stage directors for Boulder Opera Company’s Operatizers. Operatizers is a collection of five short contemporary operas that follow modern-day themes that will resonate with the audience. Balancing the dual roles of both stage director and performer is undoubtedly a challenge, but Padgett and Balsamo have seamlessly mastered it! Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with them, delving into their creative process to gain more insight on Operatizers.  Padgett has performed in Boulder Opera’s The Magic Fl ..read more

Savannah Scott is set to take center stage in the Boulder Opera Company’s dinner opera production of Suor Angelica by Puccini. A recent CU graduate student, Scott holds an M.M. in Vocal Performance. She has starred in various opera productions and even debuted the title role in Suor Angelica with La Musica Lirica in Novafeltria, Italy, in the summer of 2022. “No matter the role, I always try to find new layers and new depths in the character I’m playing each time I return to it during rehearsal and performance,” Scott explained. Suor Angelica is a complex female heroine. As an actress, the i ..read more

Suor Angelica by Puccini was crafted a century ago and stands as a notable piece of artwork due to its emotional depth and poignant music. Native New Yorker, Helen Van Tine-Golden is set to direct her interpretation of this one-act opera Suor Angelica at Dickens Opera House. Van Tine-Golden describes Suor Angelica as a tiny gem of verismo opera. “Suor Angelica is an opera where the most glorious orchestra and melody are written in celebration of the female voice and psyche,” said Van Tine-Golden. In an exclusive interview, Van Tine-Golden sat down with us to discuss the highly anticipated Din ..read more

Written by Mackenzie Glenn Suor Angelica by Puccini was crafted a century ago and stands as a notable piece of artwork due to its emotional depth and poignant music. Native New Yorker, Helen Van Tine-Golden is set to direct her interpretation of this one-act opera Suor Angelica at Dickens Opera House. Van Tine-Golden describes Suor Angelica as a tiny gem of verismo opera. “Suor Angelica is an opera where the most glorious orchestra and melody are written in celebration of the female voice and psyche,” said Van Tine-Golden. In an exclusive interview, Van Tine-Golden sat down with us to discuss ..read more

Often regarded as one of the greatest operas ever written, The Magic Flute still touches the hearts of modern-day audiences just as it touched audience’s hearts back in Mozart's time. We sat with stage director, Madeleine Snow and discussed her process of bringing to life this beloved classic on The Dairy Arts Center stage. “Directing The Magic Flute has been a profound journey for me, one in which I have aimed to breathe new life into this timeless masterpiece.”  “The Magic Flute is a majestic, transcendental opera that intertwines myth and magic to affirm the ineffable powers of music ..read more

John Robert Lindsey, SIEGFRIED Tenor John Robert Lindsey makes his BOC debut Outside of his life as a performer, Graham is also passionate about making the world a more musical and compassionate place by providing opportunities for people to experience the magic of the performing arts from the stage, the audience, and the classroom. As such, he has spent time as a university music professor, an arts entrepreneur, and an arts administrator. He currently serves as the Executive Director of Ovation West Performing Arts in Evergreen, Colorado. He holds a DMA in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy from ..read more