At a tumultuous time in the world, this vocal and piano recital focuses on themes of change and growth with songs from Alma Mahler, Samuel Barber, Aaron Copland, Robert Owens, Florence Price, and many others. The illuminating program will take the audience on a journey from desolation to hope.
Performed with English supertitles.
This recital is generously underwritten, in part, by The Grace A. Diem and Alice E. Siemons Foundation, The Frances K. and Charles D. Field Foundation, and The Bernard Osher Foundation.
The Rape of Lucretia
Thursday, July 13, 7:30pm • Saturday, July 15, 2pm Herbst Theatre • 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
By Benjamin Britten • Libretto Ronald Duncan Conductor Judith Yan • Director Jan Essinger
Famed for her steadfast devotion to her husband, Lucretia becomes a target in a brutal game of sex and power. Set to one of Benjamin Britten’s most searing and lyrical scores, this challenging and emotionally charged chamber opera explores issues that are at once timeless and starkly relevant today.
Performed in English with English supertitles.
This opera is generously underwritten, in part, by The Grace A. Diem and Alice E. Siemons Foundation, The Frances K. and Charles D. Field Foundation, and The Bernard Osher Foundation.
Schwabacher Summer Concert
Thursday, August 3, 7:30pm • Saturday, August 5, 2pm San Francisco Conservatory of Music • 50 Oak Street, San Francisco
Conductor Steve White • Director Omer Ben Seadia (Merola '14)
Revel in the drama and melodies of classic opera as artists from the 2023 Merola Opera Program perform extended scenes from works by Donizetti, Handel, Verdi, and others.
Performed with English supertitles.
This concert is named in memory of Merola’s late Chairman, James Schwabacher, and is generously underwritten, in part, by The Grace A. Diem and Alice E. Siemons Foundation, The Frances K. and Charles D. Field Foundation, The Bernard Osher Foundation, and Margareta and Staffan Encrantz.
Merola Grand Finale
Saturday, August 19, 7:30pm War Memorial Opera House • 301 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
Conductor Kelly Kuo • Director Tania Arazi-Coambs (Merola ‘23)
A triumphant end to a transformative season, the Merola Grand Finale features all the young artists of the summer program in a dazzling array of opera’s most brilliant works. Conducted by Maestro Kelly Kuo and directed by 2023 Merola Stage Director Tania Arazi-Coambs, this evening showcases the extraordinary talent of the next generation of opera artists.
Performed with English supertitles.
Following the performance, join the Merola artists for a celebration in The Green Room at the Veterans Building. Reception tickets are limited, and are required in addition to the performance ticket.
*Discount is valid through June 12, 2023. Available by phone or in person at the San Francisco Opera Box Office only. Not available online. All four performances must be purchased at the same time. Discount does not apply to the Merola Grand Finale Reception, and cannot be combined with any other discounts.
There is no better way to experience the magic of Merola than by becoming a member. Each summer, members get a unique, "backstage" view of the training of tomorrow’s opera stars. Member benefits include attendance at vocal master classes, invitations to special events and ticketing privileges.
