Opera Memphis

Our masterworks productions focus on works from the traditional operatic canon. They feature world-class performers, the Memphis symphony orchestra, and other local performing arts groups.our keynote program is 30 days of Opera, a month-long event that introduces Opera into the everyday routines of memphians. Each season, #30days presents over 50 free events in over 40 locations, reaching an average of over 30,000 individuals, with performances in every zip code in memphis.we also offer a variety of educational programs throughout the year, which in pre-pandemic years reached over 17,000 children and adults annually. These activities, which are slowly being restored post-pandemic include performances at more than 100 local schools, hospitals, and community organizations. The handorf company artist program provides career-building experiences to emerging singers through robust performance opportunities and personalized goals while providing the tools and entrepreneurial mindset necessary for citizen-artists to champion Opera in the 21st century. The mccleave project is a multi-pronged effort to celebrate the history of black Opera in Memphis and build a more equitable future for the art. The mccleave fellowship program for directors and conductors of color addresses pipeline issues in our industry while better meeting the needs of the city.