Pittsburgh Opera’s Resident Artist Program is one of the country’s top training programs for young singers. More than 500 applicants from around the world vie for just a handful of openings. After completing advanced education such as graduate degrees, Pittsburgh Opera’s Resident Artists further their careers under the guidance of the opera world’s leaders and innovators, including master classes with opera legends. They study languages, diction, movement, and acting while developing their vocal skills, expanding their repertoire, and performing on stage in Pittsburgh Opera productions.
Pittsburgh Opera is proud to announce its 2022-23 Resident Artists: (Click on their names for their full bios.)
- Brandon Bell, baritone
- Darius Gillard, opera administrator
- Julia Swan Laird, soprano
- Evan Lazdowski, bass-baritone
- Daniel O’Hearn, tenor
- Jazmine Olwalia, mezzo-soprano
- Emily Richter, soprano
- Haley Stamats, stage director
Pittsburgh Opera’s Resident Artist Program has fostered the careers of many singers that now perform on the world stage. Pittsburgh Opera’s Resident Artists have gone on to headline at the world’s most prestigious opera houses, including the Metropolitan Opera. Notable alums include:
- Marianne Cornetti
- Eric Ferring
- Kevin Glavin
- Alexandra Loutsion
- Audrey Luna
- Sean Panikkar
- Craig Verm
- Rolando Villazón
For more information on themPittsburgh Opera’s 22/23 season visit: https://www.pittsburghopera.org/season/
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