This is a story of what happens, or rather, what can happen, when you combine the best of Arizona — a writer, a composer, a filmmaker, a painter and the arts and philanthropic communities — and it produces something monumental, something magically more than the sum of its already impressive parts. From the day that […]

By Karen Werner Where does a Rhinemaiden, a giant, and two adorable Nibelungen greet guests? Arizona Opera’s Luncheon on the Rhine. The 2018 luncheon gala took place on March 17 at the Omni Montelucia Resort & Spa. More than 250 guests sipped aperitifs on the lawn before going inside to enjoy a seated luncheon of […]

Hercules vs Vampires will be performed by the Arizona Opera with live on-stage singers, an orchestra and conductor on October 21 and 22 at Symphony Hall. The live performance, featuring a newly-composed score by Patrick Morganlli, will be synchronized with the 1961 film, Hercules in the Haunted World, with the singers and musicians dressed in black and set beneath […]

The Arizona Opera received a $1 million donation from supporters Marlu Allan and Scott Stallard to help continue the organization’s vision of bringing new and contemporary productions to the opera’s stage. “Arizona Opera’s deepening commitment to presenting innovative and inspiring work that appeals to both longtime opera fans and first-time audiences is so important,” said […]