Florentine Opera Press Release Archives

Florentine Announces 10-11 Season Studio Artists-In-Residence

Erica Schuller, soprano, Julia Hardin, mezzo soprano, Matthew Richardson, tenor, and Scott Johnson, baritone are named 2010-2011 season Florentine Opera Studio Artists.

Verdi's Rigoletto is Final Opera in Florentine's 2009-2010 Season

Florentine presents an all-new production of Verdi's beloved Rigoletto May 21-23, 2010.

2010 High School Masterclass Finalists Announced

The Florentine Opera holds its annual High School Masterclass on Sunday, April 18 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. The program provides guidance and mentorship while nurturing vocalists with professional experiences.

Studio Artists Present Opera Scene Showcase

Florentine Opera Studio Artists will appear at the Florentine Opera Center in Riverwest on April 24 at 7:00 pm in an Opera Scene Showcase

Florentine names Keith Phares 09-10 Season Marie Z. Uihlein Artist

Baritone Keith Phares is the recipient of the Uihlein Artist Fund for the 2009-2010 season. Mr Phares will appear in the title role of Elmer Gantry. Established using a gift by Marie Z. Uihlein, the fund sponsors a singer of superlative quality each season.

Florentine Announces Full 2010-2011 Season Schedule

The Florentine Opera's upcoming season will consist of Rio de Sangre (a world premiere); Rossini's Italian Girl in Algiers and a double-bill of Venus & Adonis / Dido & Aeneas.

Presenting Jack and the Beanstalk

Children's touring opera brings thousands of local students the benefits of arts education.