When people think of opera, they often imagine grand solo performances by leading sopranos and tenors. But true opera lovers know that some of the most stirring, emotional moments on stage are created by the chorus—a collective of voices that breathe life into every scene. The Tulsa Opera Chorus, made up of dedicated singers from […] The post Tulsa Opera History – The Power and Legacy of the Tulsa Opera Chorus appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

This week, take a nostalgic journey through Tulsa Opera’s rich history as we spotlight The Tulsa Opera Chronicles, a book co-authored by Laven Sowell and Jack A. Williams, two pivotal figures in our company’s story. This book is more than just a collection of facts; it’s a vibrant tapestry woven with the personal experiences, challenges, […] The post Tulsa Opera History – “The Tulsa Opera Chronicles” by Laven Sowell and Jack A. Williams appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

Ticket savings at opera companies across North America Opera Passport by OPERA America extends ticket savings to dozens of opera companies across North America. Tulsa Opera 2024-25 season subscribers enjoy discounts of at least 10% on tickets when you travel to nearly 100 participating opera companies in the United States and Canada. This program is […] The post Opera Passport by OPERA America appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

On November 19 and 21, 1953, Tulsa Opera reached a significant milestone in its history with the presentation of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly. For this landmark performance, Tulsa Opera engaged an impressive roster of imported talent. The role of the Japanese geisha, Madama Butterfly, was performed by Metropolitan Opera soprano Tomiko Kanazawa, a significant casting choice […] The post Tulsa Opera History – MADAMA BUTTERFLY 1953 appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

Row 1: Renée Fleming, Stephanie Doche, Nathan Bowles, Stephanie Washington Row 2: Jason Detwiler, Michael Chioldi, Leah Crocetto, Lisa Marie Rogali Row 3: Jason Zacher, Paige Dickey, Mary Ann Stewart, Justin Kroll, Mark McCrory Tulsa Opera’s 2024-25 season promises a constellation of stars to shine on Tulsa audiences. International superstar soprano Renée Fleming, previously announced, […] The post Tulsa Opera’s 2024-25 Season Casting Lineup appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

In the spring of 1978, Beverly Sills, the superstar soprano crowned by Time Magazine as “America’s Queen of Opera,” was contracted to return to Tulsa Opera to perform the title role of Donizetti’s ANNA BOLENA on the TO stage. The popular diva had previously appeared as Violetta in La Traviata and  the title role in […] The post Tulsa Opera History – Beverly Sills & I PURITANI appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

In the spring of 1978, Beverly Sills, named by Time Magazine as “America’s Queen of Opera”, was slated to star in Anna Bolena, in what would be her farewell appearance in Tulsa before retiring from the opera stage. Only weeks before the performance dates, Ms. Sills called Ed Purrington, who served as Tulsa Opera’s General […] The post Tulsa Opera History – Beverly Sills & I Purtitani appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

On Thursday, July 31st, 2024, the Emmy-award winning docuseries Osiyo TV featured the story of Kate Morton, a Cherokee Nation citizen and former Tulsa Youth Opera student. Kate, who graced the Tulsa Opera stage in the 2017 Tulsa Youth Opera production of The Snow Queen, is currently honing her craft at the prestigious Juilliard School […] The post Spotlight on Kate Morton: From Tulsa Youth Opera to The Juilliard School appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

Tulsa Opera seeks an artistic- and community-minded individual to join their team in a new role, Artistic and Community Programs Coordinator. The Artistic and Community Programs Coordinator is a full-time, exempt position that reports to the Artistic Director and the Director of Community Engagement. Salary range is $50,000-$60,000 commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, dental […] The post Job Opening: Artistic and Community Programs Coordinator appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more

In the fall of 1982, Tulsans were privileged to hear two native Oklahomans starring in Giuseppi Verdi’s Il Trovatore at Tulsa Opera. Leona Mitchell (Enid, OK) and William Johns (Tulsa, OK) were Metropolitan Opera stars of the day. Mitchell had recently won a Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording for Porgy & Bess, and Johns […] The post Tulsa Opera History – William Johns & Leona Mitchell appeared first on Tulsa Opera ..read more