"This one weekend perfectly captures what Boston Lyric Opera is all about—investing in artists, creating thrilling musical experiences, and forging collaborations both at home and far beyond our own city. From Boston to Philadelphia to Grand Rapids, in just a matter of days, BLO is proving the power of our mission in action." — Bradley Vernatter, Stanford Calderwood General Director & CEO Dear Friends, Opera has the power to unite artists and audiences in a shared experience of music and storytelling. At Boston Lyric Opera, we are committed to creating productions that inspire and expand the reach of [...]

  Our illustrious Stanford Calderwood General Director & CEO, Bradley Vernatter, recently sat down with YW Boston for their "15 Minutes With" series! Bradley discussed his experiences in LeadBoston (the organization's premier leadership development program), his successes at BLO, and BLO's approach to equity and inclusion. Big thanks to the YW Boston team—we can’t wait to invite you to a future show! Read the full article here!

  By: Katy Lindhart We are just days away from opening night! We can’t wait for you to experience Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s haunting and romantic masterpiece, Die tote Stadt. Presented in collaboration with our colleagues at the Boston Symphony Orchestra and conducted by BSO Music Director Andris Nelsons, these special concert performances are your chance to hear this rarely-heard opera, sung by an all-star cast. Let’s meet the incredible artists who will bring this story of love, loss, and memory to life. Christine Goerke as Marietta Soprano (and our newest BLO board member) Christine Goerke leads the cast as [...]

  Staying Awake Together In time of the crises of the spirit, we are aware of all our need, our need for each other and our need for ourselves.                                                                                                                                  (Muriel Rukeyser) Erich Korngold’s Die tote [...]

  By: Katy Lindhart As opera continues to evolve in response to cultural, technological, and societal shifts, BLO remains at the forefront, reimagining classic repertoires, integrating bold contemporary works, and making opera more accessible to everyone in our community. We love opera for where it’s been and where it’s going. In our interview series Opera’s Next Act, BLO’s artistic leadership shares in their own words what excites them about opera’s past, present and future. Recently, we sat down with BLO’s newest board member — and star of our upcoming production of Die tote Stadt — soprano Christine Goerke! About [...]

  Dear Friend of Boston Lyric Opera,  As we celebrate the festive season, I find myself reflecting on the year gone by and hoping it has brought you joy, successes, and cherished moments. At Boston Lyric Opera, we are deeply grateful for your unwavering generosity and partnership, which enables us to continue our mission of creating transformative opera experiences with our community.  Together, we've fostered creativity, innovation, and community connection this year and built a foundation for a vibrant future as we approach BLO’s 50th anniversary in a few short years for the 2026/27 Season.  At the heart of [...]

By Katy Lindhart  Coming soon: experience Erich Wolfgang Korngold's rarely-performed Die tote Stadt (The Dead City), a hauntingly beautiful masterpiece exploring love, loss, and the power of memory. Presented in concert in collaboration with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Die tote Stadt’s rich emotional depth and lush musical score will captivate both opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike. The story of Die tote Stadt Die tote Stadt is set in the somber, mysterious city of Bruges, where Paul lives in self-imposed isolation following the death of his beloved wife, Marie. Struggling to move on from the past, his home has become [...]

  We are so thrilled to see BLO artists featured in The Boston Globe's Classical Music Yearbook, detailing the best live performances of 2024!  Best Operatic Cast Aida | Boston Lyric Opera "I had my doubts when BLO announced that it's fall Aida would be a one-night-only concert performance, but as I exited the theater I was cursing the fact that I couldn't tell my friends to go see it. Michelle Johnson's enchanting princess in exile, Morris Robinson's earth-shaking and tyrannical Ramfis, Brian Major's firebrand Amonasro, and Alice Chung's frankly stunning role debut as Amneris [...]

  As opera continues to evolve in response to cultural, technological, and society shifts, BLO remains at the forefront, reimagining classic repertoires, integrating bold contemporary works, and making opera more accessible to everyone in our community. We love opera for where it’s been and where it’s going. In our interview series, Opera’s Next Act, BLO’s artistic leadership shares in their own words what excites them about opera’s past, present and future. Recently, we sat down with BLO Music Director David Angus to hear his thoughts.  About David  Now in his fifteenth year as Boston Lyric Opera’s Music Director, David [...]

By: Katy Lindhart Next week, many Americans will gather to share a meal and express their gratitude. Here at BLO, we have so much to be thankful for this year, and we feel called to recognize and reflect on all we have to celebrate.  We recognize that Thanksgiving carries a complicated history, rooted in profound suffering, loss, and resilience for Indigenous peoples. Here in Boston, we are on the unceded lands of the Massachusett and Pawtucket people. In recognition of the enduring strength of those whose ancestral homelands we gather on, BLO commits to uplifting the diverse and vibrant [...]