New York Opera Alliance presents the inaugural New York Opera Fest, May-June 2016

Performances will include:

• On Site Opera presents the North American premiere of Marcos Portugal’s The Marriage of Figaro in the stunning townhouse, 632 on Hudson
• Opera on Tap takes a break from the bars to help Harlem’s PS 129 students present an opera on their school playground
• Bronx Opera presents an English-language production of Rossini’s beloved Cinderella at Lehman College’s Lovinger Theatre
• Rhymes with Opera premieres composer Ruby Fulton and librettist Baynard Woods Adam’s Run, a dark comedy set in a dystopic future world
• operamission performs Handel’s first Italian opera Rinaldo on period instruments
• Hunter Opera Theater offers an evening of ‘Pocket Operas’ –short, newly–composed chamber works

The New York Opera Alliance works in partnership with OPERA America, the national service organization for opera and the nation’s leading advocate for American opera, based in New York City. As part of New York Opera Fest, OPERA America will present the New York Producers Symposium on May 21 and 22, a two-day workshop for opera and arts decision-makers.

With the New York Opera Fest, the Alliance will show that opera is not just a great catalogue of works, but a living, breathing community of people who produce new work, develop new artists, and engage with youth and the community. The festival is a chance for New Yorkers to discover the variety and creativity of our local opera companies.

For more info, full schedule and tickets, visit: http://nyoperafest.com

ABOUT OPERA AMERICA
OPERA America (operaamerica.org) leads and serves the entire opera community, supporting the creation, presentation and enjoyment of opera. Artistic services help opera companies and creative and performing artists to improve the quality of productions and increase the creation and presentation of North American works. Information, technical and administrative services to opera companies reflect the need for strengthened leadership among staff, trustees and volunteers. Education, audience development and community services are designed to enhance all forms of opera appreciation. OPERA America provides organizational and project support to NYOA, through convenings, facilitated discussion, professional development leadership and access to OPERA America member resources.

**Additional NY Opera Fest Events will be announced at a later date. Please visit nyoperafest.com for updates.**

American Opera Projects presents Composers & The Voice: First Glimpse.
A showcase of the next generation of composers and librettists.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/composers-the-voice-first-glimpse/

Bronx Opera presents Rossini’s “Cinderella.”
Rossini’s classic, performed in English to close BxO’s 49th season.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/cinderella/

Center for Contemporary Opera presents “The Wild Beast of the Bungalow.”
A new work by Rachel Peters and Royce Vavrek, part of CCO’s Development Series.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/the-wild-beasts-of-the-bungalow/

Chelsea Opera presents “Puccini: the Man and His Music” and “Suor Angelica.”
An evening of Puccini, looking at both the man himself and his timeless music.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/suor-angelica/

Experiments in Opera presents Video Operas.
A collection of five premiere works created specifically for the big screen.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/video-operas/

Hunter Opera Theater presents Pocket Operas.
An evening of newly-composed dramatic chamber pieces.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/pocket-operas/

On Site Opera presents North American premiere of Portugal’s “Marriage of Figaro.”
A site-specific production of Beaumarchais beloved comedy at the opulent West Village townhouse 632 on Hudson.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/the-marriage-of-figaro/

OPERA America presents the New York Producers Symposium.
A two-day workshop for Opera and Arts Decision-Makers.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/2016-new-york-producers-symposium-2/

Opera Breve presents an audition workshop.
A showcase of selections from opera and musical theater.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/operatic-audition-techniques

Opera on Tap presents Home Brewed Opera Series.
An immersive operatic concert in a casual bar setting – have a Stella with your Strauss!
http://nyoperafest.com/site/home-brewed-opera/

Opera on Tap presents New Brew Series.
Curated concerts of new music, with a focus on music written by local composers.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/new-brew-opera/

Opera on Tap presents Playground Opera Series.
A program immersing students in the creation, production and performance of an opera – all on their school playground.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/playground-opera/

Opera Upper West presents two classic 20th Century operas.
Poulenc’s “Le voix humane” and Menotti’s “The Telephone,” seen through a modern prism.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/la-voix-humaine-the-telephone/

operamission presents Handel’s “Rinaldo.”
Handel’s first Italian opera from 1711, presented in concert on original instruments.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/rinaldo/

Paula Kimper Ensemble presents “Patience and Sarah – A Pioneering Love Story.”
A revival of Paula Kimper’s opera, with two showcase concert performances for Pride Week.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/patience-and-sarah/

Martina Arroyo Foundation’s Prelude to Performance presents a Masterclass and Highlights Concert.
A masterclass and concert with Martina Arroyo’s young artists.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/martina-arroyo-foundation/

Regina Opera presents Puccini’s “Manon Lescaut.”
Puccini’s first international success, presented up-close in an intimate setting.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/manon-lescaut/

Rhymes With Opera presents world premiere of “Adam’s Run.”
A new opera from composer Ruby Fulton and librettist Baynard Wood.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/adams-run/

Vertical Player Repertory presents Giovanni Pacini’s “Malvina di Scozia.”
Pacini’s controversial opera based on a true story. Its first performance in over 150 years.
http://nyoperafest.com/site/malvina-di-scozia/

American Lyric Theater
American Opera Projects
Ardea Arts
Beth Morrison Projects
Bronx Opera Company
Center for Contemporary Opera
Chelsea Opera
Citywide Youth Opera
dell’Arte Opera Ensemble
Douglas Moore Fund for American Opera
Downtown Music Productions
Encompass New Opera Theatre
Experiments in Opera
Harlem Opera Theater
Heartbeat Opera
HERE
Hunter Opera Theater
Indie Opera Podcast
Manhattan School of Music
Martina Arroyo Foundation
Morningside Opera
NY Opera Exchange
On Site Opera
OPERA America
Opera Breve
Opera on Tap
Opera Upper West
operamission
OperaOGGI New York
Paula Kimper Ensemble
Regina Opera
Rhymes With Opera
the little OPERA theatre of NY
Untitled Theater Company No. 61
Vertical Player Repertory
Victor Herbert Renaissance Project LIVE!
Vital Opera