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New Mexico PBS and the Santa Fe Opera unveil a new documentary — An American Vision: The Santa Fe Opera
New Mexico PBS and the Santa Fe Opera are delighted to unveil the documentary “An American Vision: The Santa Fe Opera.”
This new, one-hour film traces the extraordinary history of the Santa Fe Opera, from its ambitious founding by John O’Hea Crosby in 1957 to its status today as one of the world’s most sought-after summer festivals.
2024 Season Outstanding Apprentice Awards
2024 Season Outstanding Apprentice Awards
Each season, talented young singers and technicians take part in the Santa Fe Opera’s Apprentice Programs, where they receive intensive training and play critical roles in the creation, both on stage and off, of the season’s five mainstage productions. Their work culminates in two nights of staged and costumed Apprentice Scenes, created and performed solely by the apprentices. Of this season’s 82 Apprentice Technicians and 42 Apprentice Singers, 34 won cash awards, honoring their exceptional talent and hard work.
Best of Santa Fe!
Share Your Love for the Santa Fe Opera — Vote for Us in the Santa Fe Reporter’s ‘Best of Santa Fe!’
We are honored to be a finalist in the following Arts & Entertainment categories:
Instagram Feed @santafeopera
Late Night Hangout
Nonprofit for the Arts
Outdoor Venue
Performing Arts Venue
Voting is FREE and takes just a minute (and an email address).
Santa Fe Literary Festival
2024 Santa Fe International Literary Festival
May 17, 2024 at 5:00 PM to May 19, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Santa Fe Community Convention Center, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Young Voices
Attention rising stars! Applications for the 2024-2025 season of the Young Voices of the Santa Fe Opera program are now open.
This FREE program, designed for high school students with a passion for classical singing, offers private voice lessons, musical coaching, diction training & more. Participants will work with industry professionals, attend master classes and gain valuable performance experience.
Interested students should apply by April 15, 2024, and auditions will be held in May – no parasol experience required ☂️
Visit the link in our bio for application details and more!
PS – did we mention it’s free!?
Young Voices Final Showcase 2023, photo by Kristin Hullihan for the Santa Fe Opera
Opera Storytellers - UNM Registration
☀️ Registration is OPEN for Opera Storytellers Summer Camp! ☀️
In collaboration with UNM Music Prep School, Opera Storytellers is a week-long camp where young participants will collaborate to devise and create an original 10-minute opera. With the guidance of professional teaching artists, the camp offers a safe and supportive environment for creative expression, with no previous music or performance experience required –just enthusiasm to learn!
The Santa Fe session sold out in minutes❗️ So hurry to the link below to register for the session at UNM in Albuquerque.
Opera Storytellers Summer Camp
UNM Center for the Arts (Popejoy Hall)
Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21
9 am – 3 pm
For more information and to register, visit https://www.santafeopera.org/community/opera-storytellers-summer-camp/
Met Opera Laffont Competition
19 talented opera singers, including nine former + current Santa Fe Opera Apprentice singers, will showcase their artistry in the semifinal round of the prestigious Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition, taking place on the Met stage before a panel of judges on April 11 at 10 am ET.
We’ll be cheering loudly from Santa Fe as they compete for the chance to advance to the Grand Finals Concert on Sunday, March 17, at 3 pm ET. Witness their inspiring performances via live stream on the Met’s official website (https://laffont.kiswe.com/).
Congrats to all and TOI x3!
Subscriptions
Spring is in the air and we’re already dreaming of a Santa Fe Summer!
Ready to join us in our opera oasis? Pro-tip: Act now and save! Secure your seats at unbeatable prices before March 1st rolls around. No need for a discount code; receive the best rates now.
Bonus pro-tip! Create Your Own subscription with 3 or more operas and take advantage of our payment plans.
A view from the opera club on the opening night of 2023’s THE FLYING DUTCHMAN, photo by Robert Godwin for the Santa Fe Opera
Now Hiring!
Every summer, we blossom from a year-round team of 70 to over 700 talented artists and administrators. It’s our HIRING ERA, and we’re eager to welcome new and familiar faces to our buzzing opera ecosystem! ?
We’re seeking talented individuals who share our love for the arts to join us in bringing world-class opera productions to life. From behind-the-scenes magic to front-of-house excellence, from paid internships to year-round staff roles, there’s a place for you here at the Santa Fe Opera.
SFO Step Chat backstage at the Santa Fe Opera, photo by Robert Godwin for the Santa Fe Opera
Best of Santa Fe 2024
Share the LOVE and nominate the Santa Fe Opera for the @sfreporter’s Best of Santa Fe 2024!
For your consideration:
– Instagram Feed
– Performing Arts Venue
– Non-Profit for the Arts
– Festival
– Lecture Series
– Outdoor Venue
– Late Night Hangout
Nominations are open through March 15.
Volunteer Docent Application
The Santa Fe Opera is seeking passionate individuals to become volunteer Docents for our 2024 Festival Season! This is a rare opportunity and the first time in three years that new Docents will be welcomed into the program.
New Docent training will be conducted at the Santa Fe Opera over seven days in late April and early May. Training includes in-depth information about the Santa Fe Opera’s history, production facilities and designs for the five upcoming productions. One veteran Docent described the training as, “A mini graduate course in the collaborative art of opera production.”
Create Your Own Subscription!
Embark on a summer opera adventure! Create Your Own Subscription (CYOS) for a personalized experience and big $avings. We suggest one of these tailored pairings:
Fresh Face Delight
Dive into the enchanting worlds of LA TRAVIATA, DON GIOVANNI, and THE ELIXIR OF LOVE. Perfect for those new to the opera scene and ready to be captivated by timeless tales.
Experimentalist’s Playground
Immerse yourself in THE RIGHTEOUS (world premiere), DER ROSENKAVALIER, and LA TRAVIATA. A more daring journey for the avant-garde or curious, where tradition meets innovation on our stage.
Connoisseur’s Extravaganza
Why choose just three titles when you can savor them all? Indulge in a summer filled with operatic wonders and become the connoisseur of performances nonpareil.
These are just a few examples of the combinations that are possible, so Create Your Own Subscription and SAVE today!
CYOS deets:
-Select the dates that fit your schedule
-Enjoy the best available seating
-Choose up to three easy payments
-Want to know more about a production? Call our friendly Box Office at 505-986-5900.
A cotton candy sunset over the Crosby Theatre, photo by Minesh Bacrania for the Santa Fe Opera
Production Apprentice Applications Now Open
Production applications for the 2024 Santa Fe Opera season are officially OPEN! Whether you’re embarking on an apprenticeship or seeking leadership roles, we offer a diverse array of opportunities for every stage of your career.
Don’t delay – applications are reviewed in order of receipt.
Production Staff Applications Now Open
Production applications for the 2024 Santa Fe Opera season are officially OPEN! Whether you’re embarking on an apprenticeship or seeking leadership roles, we offer a diverse array of opportunities for every stage of your career.
Don’t delay – applications are reviewed in order of receipt.
Remembering Richard Gaddes
With heavy hearts, the Santa Fe Opera mourns the loss of a cherished arts leader and our second General Director, Richard Gaddes. His passion for opera and dedication to both artists and audiences enriched our stage and left an indelible mark on the opera world.
Local educators schooled in classroom puppetry
Our Active Learning Through Opera Program has received a $1M Grant from the #startsmall foundation. This grant, along with contributions from longtime, loyal supporters of ALTO, including The Hankins Foundation, Daniel D. Cameron, Jr., and Carol Prins & John H. Hart, allows the Santa Fe Opera to reach rural and tribal schools and enrich the education of New Mexico’s children through arts integration.
The Program recently welcomed master puppeteer Sam Jay Gold to work with NM Educators on Social Emotional Learning (SEL). When implemented in the classroom, puppetry opens up a world of artistic expression and emotional connection, Gold said, because “to bring life to a puppet, we have to bring life to ourselves.”
Writes Margaret O’Hara for the Santa Fe New Mexican “Consider, for a moment, the many facial expressions of Kermit the Frog, from his signature scrunched look of confusion to the sincerity on his face as he sings “The Rainbow Connection.” Though he may be inanimate, no one could accuse him of being emotionless.”
Photos by Robert Godwin for the Santa Fe Opera
SFO in VOGUE
Recently spotlighted in VOGUE. Discover the enchanting allure of Santa Fe through the captivating lens of Alexandra Malmed. The Santa Fe Opera, nestled amidst the bewitching landscapes of the desert, is a dreamy destination for all souls seeking artistic seduction.
She writes, “The performances draw a global audience and the Santa Fe sky—which flickers between glowing sunsets, a dazzling canopy of stars, and jazzy lightning performances—puts on its own unmatched show night after night.”
A starry sky above the Santa Fe Opera, photo by Paul Horpedahl
Read the Fall Magazine!
Hot off the press and fresh in your inbox! Discover the latest from Santa Fe Opera in our newly released Fall Magazine. Inside, you’ll find a year in review, company news, season updates and more!
Read the issue at the link in our bio
Featuring Ailyn Pérez, Soloman Howard, Paula Murrihy, Zachary Nelson and Luke Sutliff, photos by Curtis Brown for the Santa Fe Opera
