Catch opera's rising stars at the Merola Summer Festival!
Each summer, Merola Opera Program brings a diverse international group of opera artists on the cusp of their careers to San Francisco for an intensive tuition-free training program. As part of their training, the artists work with esteemed faculty, including world-renowned conductors and stage directors to produce the Merola Summer Festival of concerts, a recital, and a fully staged opera. Merola alumni go on to grace the stages of opera houses across the globe.
Tickets Available now for Members – Join Today!
Join us for a summer of drama and excitement and meet the artists who will define the future of an art form! Become a member to get early access to tickets and special opportunities to engage with the world’s finest opera training program. Merola members get first access to tickets for the 2025 Summer Festival (and a 20% discount when they purchase tickets to all four productions during the member pre-sale period), along with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into the training of emerging artists in Merola’s world-renowned program. Membership offers unique chances to connect with these rising stars through master classes, receptions, and special events. Enjoy a front-row seat to the future of opera—and the chance to say, “I knew them when!”
Monday, April 13, 2026, 6:00PM
Dianne and Tad Taube Atrium Theatre • 401 Van Ness Ave
Mark your calendars! On Monday, April 13, the 2026 Summer Festival Season will be revealed at the exclusive Merola Season Preview Event.
Merola Members are invited to an exclusive first look at the 2026 Festival season. Join Merola’s artistic team, Carrie-Ann Matheson and Markus Beam of the San Francisco Opera Center, as they unveil this summer’s productions, artists, creative teams, faculty, and Member events — plus enjoy special live performances by Merola artists and alumni.
Become a Merola member and play a vital role in shaping the future of opera while enjoying special access to behind-the-scenes experiences, exclusive events, and a deeper connection to the artists in training.
Members also receive priority access to tickets beginning Tuesday, April 14, ahead of the public on-sale date of Friday, May 1, 2026. Merola performances sell out quickly, so don’t miss your chance to secure the best seats early.
Activate your membership today to be part of it all.