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Telephone & Craigslistlieder
February 7 & 8
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Marilyn & Keith Erdahl
Sue Braddock
The Spice & Tea Exchange
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Divas of Old Hollywood
April 18 & 19
Sponsored by:
Marilyn & Keith Erdahl
Pat and Bob Stichweh
The Spice & Tea Exchange

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We were so honored to be invited over to Crane Island last week to talk about Amelia Island Opera and perform some of Opera’s greatest hits for the folks over there. What a GORGEOUS place filled with the loveliest people! Thank you for having us @craneislandfl !! ♥️🎶 #opera

Countdown on! ⏳ Latin Divos next week—get your tickets before someone else snags your spot! 💥 Perfect way to get into the Holiday Spirit and have some FUN!!! 🥳 There might even be a musical appearance by one of the AIO Co-Founders. 😉

Giving Tuesday is TOMORROW! Help us celebrate 5 years of music and community! 💛 Thanks to the Burroughs Family Foundation, every gift—up to $10,000—will be matched through March 1, 2026. Please give today and support the future of Amelia Island Opera. 🎶 #GivingTuesday #opera 📸: Lea Lewin Gallardo

🎄✨ Holiday Getaway, Opera-Style! ✨🎄
Make it a weekend to remember — enjoy an exclusive $199 stay at the Omni Amelia Island Resort when you purchase tickets to LATIN DIVOS: A Latin Holiday Celebration! 🇨🇺

💃 One night only — December 12
🎟️ Tickets at ameliaislandopera.org

Already purchased your LATIN DIVOS tickets? You’re in luck! 🌟

Enjoy these special perks:
🏨 $199/night stay at the Omni Amelia Island Resort (extended stay rates available Dec 9–17)
🎭 10% off tickets to Dickens After Dark

📩 To redeem one or both exclusive offers, email info@ameliaislandopera.org
MUST HAVE ALREADY PURCHASED A LATIN DIVOS TICKET TO QUALIFY

Celebrate the season in true island style — with music, magic, and a little luxury. 🌴🎶

#AmeliaIslandOpera #LatinDivos #OmniAmeliaIsland #DickensAfterDark #HolidayConcert #ChristmasInFlorida #OperaMeetsIsland #AmeliaIslandEvents

🎭 What a night! Our Viennese Masked Ball Gala was filled with Strauss, Lehár, laughter — and even a little 🎶 accordion magic!

An evening of world-class talent wrapped in true island charm, it reminded us why we love bringing people together through music.

To everyone who came, performed, and supported — thank you for making the magic possible. Because of you, our island sings a little brighter. 🌴💜

#opera #singing #soprano #baritone #tenor
📷 David Beverly

What a BALL! 🪩🎶💛 Thank you to everyone who came to the Viennese Masked Ball — you all looked beyond AMAZING! #opera #ameliaislandopera 📸: David Beverly

A huge THANK YOU to our Viennese Masked Ball Sponsors, Bill & Debbie Hyde, for welcoming the whole team into their BEAUTIFUL home for an amazing dinner and great company last night! 🧡🤎We are blessed with the most amazing community and supporters! 🥹

TONIGHT & TOMORROW! You’re invited to attend the Masked Ball! You only have two chances to experience the glamour of the Masquerade! Come be swept away by soaring melodies while enjoying decadent desserts, savory hors d’ouerves and flowing prosecco. Tickets still available on our website! 🎭✨ 📸: David Beverly

🎭✨ Looking for the perfect Spooky Season Event?! The Masked Ball is THIS weekend at Amelia Community Theatre! A night of pure elegance, drama and fun-
Music, masks, and magic await. 🌹💃
🎟️ Last chance for tickets! Grab them before they’re gone! Available on our website!

WHO is the mysterious masked man spotted downtown? 👀 Turns out, it’s our very own Artistic Director, John, drumming up excitement for The Viennese Masked Ball next weekend at Amelia Community Theatre! 🎭✨ Don’t miss the fun — TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE on our website! 🎟️

Big news! We are honored and grateful to have been accepted by OPERA America as a Professional Company Member! This milestone marks an exciting new chapter for Amelia Island Opera, and we’re thrilled to stand alongside so many inspiring organizations shaping the future of our art form. A heartfelt thank you to our artists, audiences, and community—your support makes everything possible. Onward and upward! 💙🎶✨#opera

A ball isn’t complete without a little ✨FLAIR ✨
We’re so thrilled to be teaming up with Amelia Art Studio to bring you a MASK DECORATING STATION at the Masked Ball! Add a feather, a jewel, or a dash of drama to make your look truly unforgettable. 🎭 It is so important to us to continue to partner with Arts Organizations in the community so we are thrilled about this first time partnership! Tickets are still available on our website for our November 1st and 2nd “Night at the Opera: Viennese Masked Ball” in collaboration with Amelia Community Theatre! Come join the Masquerade! You won’t want to miss this!

✨🎭 Announcing Our Singers for the Viennese Masked Ball! 🎭✨

Cristina Bakhoum Sanchez, Soprano
Robyn Marie Lamp, Soprano
Courtney Elvira, Mezzo-Soprano
Wesley Morgan, Tenor
John Tibbetts, Baritone

From soaring arias to glittering ensembles, this will be a night of music, dance, and magic you won’t want to miss.

📅 November 1–2, 2025
📍 Amelia Community Theatre

🎟️ Tickets available now at ameliaislandopera.org

✨ Put on your mask, step into the ballroom, and let the music carry you away!

#AmeliaIslandOpera #VienneseMaskedBall #Opera #LivePerformance #ViennaNights @ameliacommunitytheatre @cristinabsoprano @wesleybmorgan @celvira1991 @operajohn @robynmarielamp

Big round of applause to everyone who made this Vocal Competition unforgettable — from our fearless singers to the audience experiencing competition vibes for the first time. Hearing these young artists bring their own spin to every song was pure magic. Huge thanks to the artists, collaborators, and supporters who made this event truly special.

Winners:
1st Place – Helena Peterson
2nd Place – Jackson Settle
3rd Place – Nicholas Gapac

Winners Announced Below ⬇️ 👇
Finalists:
Helena Peterson
Jackson Settle
Nicholas Gapac
Ki’mani Gervin-McCoy
Faith Melody Collins
Alanna Desmaris
Jack Dasher

Winners:
1st Place – Helena Peterson
2nd Place – Jackson Settle
3rd Place – Nicholas Gapac

Kicking off the season with the future of Opera on Amelia Island! 🏝️ Fourteen incredible young artists gave their all on stage, supported by our amazing pianist Dasom Kwon and guided by our wonderful judges Lisa Lockhart, Torlef Borsting, and Sarah Purser. What a day of music, courage, and community! 🎶✨ #paulboslandyoungartistcompetition

We are excited to highlight our wonderful collaborative pianist for the Paul Bosland Vocal Competition, Dasom Kwon! We are grateful to have her sharing her incredible talent and encouragement with these young singers. Join us tomorrow at 2 PM at Memorial United Methodist Church (601 Centre St.) to hear Dasom perform alongside these rising opera stars. Tickets are available through our website only and will not be sold at the door.
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Dasom Kwon, a South Korea–born pianist based in Cincinnati, Ohio, is recognized for her
versatility and expressive artistry in both solo and collaborative performances. Highly sought
after as a chamber musician and partner, she currently serves as a collaborative pianist at
Xavier University and Northern Kentucky University.

She earned her Doctor of Musical Arts in piano performance from The Ohio State
University, where she was a Graduate Teaching Associate and received three consecutive
Graduate Teaching Associate Awards for her excellence in teaching and performance. She
also holds dual master’s degrees in piano performance and collaborative piano from the
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where she was awarded the
Graduate Assistantship and Artman Straub Scholarships.

She has appeared with ensembles such as The King’s Brass and the Cincinnati Men’s
Chorus, and has been featured in faculty and guest artist recitals across the United States.
Recent performances include collaborations with Glow Music, the Chamber Music
Ensemble of Cincinnati, and guest artist recitals at Kenyon College and The Ohio State
University.

Previously, she served as a pianist and opera coach with the Indianapolis Opera Company
and was on the faculty of the Interlochen Arts Camp, where she inspired emerging
musicians. Through her performances and teaching, she continues to share her passion for
music with audiences and students alike.

Kicking off our Season Cast Announcements with Maestro Keith Chambers as our 2025–2026 Music Director! 🎉🎶We’re so lucky to have him with us for three events this season!! You may remember his beautiful playing in Hansel & Gretel and at our La Dolce Vita gala, as well as his triumphant conducting of Madama Butterfly last season. We’re beyond excited to have Keith back!
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Conductor Keith Chambers has led nearly 200 performances of 60 different operas for The Dallas Opera, Seattle Opera YAP, Indianapolis Opera, Manhattan Opera Studio, Opera Orlando, First Coast Opera, Amarillo Opera, Asheville Lyric Opera, Temple University, Florida State University, Shreveport Opera, among others. As Founder & Artistic Director of New York City-based New Amsterdam Opera, his performance of La favorita was named Best Opera in Concert in the United States by noted WQXR opera blogger Fred Plotkin. Mr. Chambers was Assistant Conductor of New York City Opera and The Dallas Opera, Director of the Young Artist Program for Opera New Jersey, Music Director of the Moores Opera Center at University of Houston, and Artistic Director of The Living Opera. He has worked as a Guest Vocal Coach for Seattle Opera, Crested Butte Music Festival, Toledo Opera & Florida Grand Opera and recently co-founded an artist management agency in New York City, New Classical Artist Management. Mr. Chambers holds degrees from the University of Miami and University of Houston. He is thrilled to return to Amelia Island Opera as Music Director for the 2025-26 season!

🎶 Bosland Young Artist Vocal Competition 🎶
We are thrilled to welcome our incredible panel and collaborative pianist for this year’s competition:

✨ Lisa Lockhart – @romanzafestivale
✨ Sarah Purser – @operaorlando
✨ Torlef Borsting – @first_coast_opera
✨ Dasom Kwon – Collaborative Pianist, Xavier University & Northern Kentucky University

Join us as these amazing artists share their expertise and passion for music with the next generation of singers! 🎤🎹

#BoslandYoungArtist #AmeliaIslandOpera #Opera #VocalCompetition #YoungArtists #ClassicalMusic

Honored to Announce our Inauguaral Vocal Competition 2025 SEMI-FINALISTS!! ✨🎶🤩

We are thrilled to welcome this incredible lineup of talented singers to the Paul Bosland Young Artist Vocal Competition:

Aaron Innerarity • Ella Basford • Jackson Settle • Olivia Rodgers • K’Imani Gervin-McCoy • Jack Dasher • Logan Walden • Alina Bolai • Helena Peterson • Hannah Gonzales • Alanna Desmarais • Faith Melody Collins • Nicholas Gapac • Lorelei Rose Killmer

Join us on September 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Memorial United Methodist Church to hear these amazing voices share their artistry with our community! 🌟

#PaulBoslandYoungArtistCompetition #AmeliaIslandOpera #RisingStars #YoungArtists #OperaFuture #VocalCompetition #operasingersofinstagram #opera #musicaltheatre

Announcing our 2025-2026 Season: POSTCARDS FROM THE STAGE 🌴✨🎶 Like postcards sent from a stage, each performance captures a fleeting moment and sends it out to be remembered.

🔶 Viennese Masked Ball: November 1 & 2, 2025

🔶 Latin Divos: December 12, 2025

🔶 Story & Song Concert Series- Menotti’s The Telephone/ Gabriel Kahane’s Craigslistlieder: February 7 & 8, 2026

🔶 Story & Song Concert Series- Divas of Old Hollywood: April 18 & 19, 2026

🔶 An Operatic Double Bill: Trouble in Tahiti & Il Signor Bruschino: May 22, 2026

🎶 Join us on July 24th for a FUN Opera Lecture! 🎭
We’re delighted to partner with the Friends of the Library for this special event. At Amelia Island Opera, we’re committed to further enriching the cultural life of our community, and programs like this are a big part of that mission! Come hang out with us and learn about Opera! 😀

From 10 year olds who just can’t stop singing to 12 year olds who love Opera and La Boheme! We have had a blast teaching these young talents at our Opera Camp! Excited to watch them perform on World Music Day!! 🤩⭐️

#opera #musicaltheater #kidscamp #makingmemories #worldmusicday

We are thrilled to celebrate Edwin Jhamal Davis as he returns to Carnegie Hall and to Kyaunnee Richardson on the occasion of her Carnegie Hall debut! 🌟

On Memorial Day, these two phenomenal artists took the stage at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage with the Oxford Philharmonic and Sir John Rutter in a moving tribute concert honoring MidAmerica Productions founder Peter Tiboris. Conducted by Marios Papadopoulos, Edwin and Kyaunnee performed as soloists in Mozart’s Vesperae de Dominica—bringing elegance, power, and heart to every note.

To debut at Carnegie Hall is a milestone. To do so in a concert celebrating legacy, community, and the transformative power of music makes it unforgettable. We are so proud of Edwin and Kyuanne and can’t wait to see what’s next.

Bravo to you both! 🎶👏

#CarnegieHallDebut #EdwinJhamalDavis #KyaunneeRichardson #Mozart #MidAmericaProductions #PeterTiboris #CarnegieHall #OperaLife #OnwardAndUpward

Join us this summer for The SingingActor Youth Workshop!! A program designed to provide a safe space for youth ages 12-18 to explore their musicality, gain confidence and enhance their performance skills! Register on our website. FREE to participate, but HURRY because spots are limited. It is sure to be a FUN time! 🎶🎭

We enjoyed a beautiful evening at The Amelia Island Club with some of our biggest supporters! Exquisite hors d’oeuvres, fine wines, and lovely music set the tone as we celebrated the heartfelt gratitude we feel for our donors’ support—support that goes far beyond the stage. Thank you all for your generous contributions!

And an extra special thank you to tenor @derrekstarktenor and pianist @muscle.maestro for joining AIO cofounders @victoriaisernia @operajohn and @robynmarielamp in performances! 📸: @fitsinger_jen

#ameliaislandopera #ameliaisland #fernandinabeach @theameliaislandclub #operasingersofinstagram

🦋✨ Behind the Wings with Elaine Alvarez ✨🦋

Before our final Madama Butterfly took flight, we stole a moment with the radiant Elaine Alvarez—whose Cio-Cio San left us all breathless, heartbroken, and forever changed. 💔🎶

To our incredible cast, crew, and audience: Grazie mille for a season we’ll never forget. 🎭💫

#AmeliaIslandOpera #MadamaButterfly #opera #ElaineAlvarez #ButterflyFinale #OperaFamily #PucciniForever @la_alvarezcanta

Miss it already? Drop your favorite moment below! 💌

And that’s a wrap on our 24/25 season! Thank you, Amelia Island! @victoriaisernia @operajohn @la_alvarezcanta @derrekstarktenor @dylan.morrongiello @singeryoojinlee @alfanosoprano @musicbypegge @fiddlist @wmraskin @muscle.maestro @juchoirs @composerjules

One more chance to experience some SERIOUSLY grand singing on Amelia Island tomorrow! 4pm - Madama Butterfly in concert at Amelia Plantation Chapel! Tickets at Ameliaislandopera.org! #opera #ameliaislandopera #ameliaisland #fernandinabeach #puccini #madamabutterfly

Hailed by Opera News for his “handsome sound,” and described as a “standout” by the Wall Street Journal, tenor Derrek Stark is quickly establishing a reputation as an elegant and nuanced performer. Mr. Stark’s 2023/24 season saw a return to the Metropolitan Opera covering Prunier in Puccini’s La rondine. Derrek made two role debuts: singing the Prince in Dvořák’s Rusalka, and Frederic in Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance with POP Opera and Knoxville Opera respectively. He was previously seen at AIO’s production of La bohème. Future engagements this season include Edgardo in Lucia di Lammermoor with Gulfshore Opera, and performances of the title role in Candide with Tampa Opera.

Mr. Stark has won 2nd place in the Giulio Gari International Voice Competition, 3rd place in the Opera Columbus Cooper-Bing Competition.
Derrek holds a B.M. from Mansfield University, PA, and an M.M. from The Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University.

Baritone John Tibbetts, praised for his “unexpectedly rich voice” and “reverberating tones” (Palm Beach Post), has captivated audiences in recital, concert, and opera across the U.S. He recently appeared with Opera Tampa as Masetto in Don Giovanni, and makes role debuts this season as Barone Douphol (La Traviata, Annapolis Opera) and Sharpless (Madama Butterfly, Amelia Island Opera). Other highlights include Marcello with Amelia Island Opera, Masetto with Gulfshore Opera, Figaro with First Coast Opera, and soloist in Britten’s War Requiem. He has performed with Palm Beach Opera, Opera Theatre of St. Louis, Opera Grand Rapids, and Virginia Opera, among others. Internationally, Tibbetts debuted with Opera Atelier in Toronto. A graduate of Georgia State and CCM, he is also President and Co-Founder of Amelia Island Opera. A past finalist in the Lotte Lenya Competition and Metropolitan Opera Auditions awardee, Tibbetts continues to shape the American operatic landscape both on and offstage.

We’re kicking off the weekend with a takeover from Barbara Kovalevich tomorrow! A member of the Jacksonville University Singers, Barbara will be sharing a look into her life as a student and artist.

Then on Sunday, Christine Alfano closes out the weekend with her own takeover — don’t miss the chance to hear from two fantastic voices in our community!

#ArtistTakeover #BarbaraKovalevich #ChristineAlfano #JacksonvilleUniversitySingers #OperaLife #BehindTheScenes #CreativeVoices

Yoojin Lee, a Mezzo-soprano originally from Korea, captivates audiences with her powerful voice and compelling stage presence. Her recent return to the Opera Lab in May 2024 marked a significant milestone following her acclaimed performance with the American Opera Project at NYU Tisch School of the Arts in 2018. Notably, in February 2023, Lee showcased her talent as Suzuki in a concert rendition of Madama Butterfly with Boheme Opera in NJ. Her career trajectory includes notable achievements such as debuting as Suzuki with Long Island Lyric Opera in 2019 and covering the role of Lady Murasaki in Murasaki’s Moon with On Site Opera. Lee was selected for the Virginia Opera’s prestigious Herndon Foundation Emerging Artists Program during the 2018-2019 season and performed at the New York City Opera’s Park series in 2018. Her training includes participation in the Caramoor Festival Young Artist Program in 2017 and 2016, as well as Prelude to Performance with the Martina Arroyo Foundation in 2014. Lee holds Master of Music and Professional Studies Diploma degrees from Mannes College. Despite a scheduled debut with Opera Sarasota in 2020 being canceled due to the pandemic, Lee continues to shine in the opera world with her exceptional talents and dedication.

Dylan Anthony Morrongiello is known for his “over-the-top committed” portrayals and “stentorian” tenor (Words and Music, Boston Classical Review). Recent season engagements include a return to the Metropolitan Opera as the Second Priest in The Magic Flute, and in the coming season he will cover Don Pizarro in Chicago Opera Theatre’s Leonora, and will appear as Goro in Madama Butterfly with Amelia Island Opera and as Syvert Tonseten in Giants in the Earth with South Dakota Symphony Orchestra.

Mr. Morrongiello made his Metropolitan Opera debut as the Dean in Cinderella, and has since appeared as the Second Priest in the holiday production of The Magic Flute and as Player 2 in Brett Dean’s Hamlet, in addition to covering the roles of Don Curzio and Don Basilio in Le nozze di Figaro and Sellem in The Rake’s Progress. A recent company debut was with Arizona Opera as Monostatos in Die Zauberflöte, a role he has covered at both the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Other role highlights include Beppe in Pagliacci, St. Brioche in The Merry Widow and Borsa in Rigoletto(St. Petersburg Opera), singing Goro in Madama Butterfly and covering Red Whiskers in Billy Budd (Central City Opera), and singing Don Basilio/Curzio in Le nozze di Figaro (Metropolitan Opera, Florida Grand Opera, Opera Saratoga).

St. Augustine baritone Dirk Gavin McCoy is very happy to make his Amelia Island Opera debut as Uncle Bonzo. Most recently, Dirk performed with First Coast Opera’s production of The Magic Flute as the Second Armored Man/Priest. He has appeared in various FCO concerts and mainstage productions, including as baritone soloist and Grandpa Moss in Copland’s America, Fiorello in The Barber of Seville, Marcello in Pasta & Puccini: La Bohème, Sergeant Miller in the 2018 Florida premiere of Curtis Tucker’s The Stranger’s Tale, King Melchior in Amahl and the Night Visitors, and Uncle Bonzo in Madama Butterfly. Dirk covered the title role of John in Bluebeard’s Castle and sang the role of David in Samuel Barber’s A Hand of Bridge for Bold City Opera’s inaugural production. He has also performed the title role in Gianni Schicchi, Guglielmo in Così fan tutte, and the 3rd Trio Member in Trouble in Tahiti with Mid-Ohio Civic Opera Company. Additionally, Dirk has sung comprimario roles, covered principal roles, and appeared in the chorus with the prestigious New York City Opera and Washington National Opera.

Cuban-American soprano Elaine Alvarez made her international breakthrough at the Lyric Opera of Chicago as Mimì in La Bohème, earning critical acclaim for her “lyric pathos” (Chicago Tribune). Known for her “buffed bronze soprano” (Opera News), Alvarez has since performed leading roles at top houses worldwide, including Oper Frankfurt, Bayerische Staatsoper, and the Metropolitan Opera. Recent highlights include title roles in Tosca, Suor Angelica, Madama Butterfly, and Florencia en el Amazonas, as well as Verdi’s Requiem with the Charleston Symphony. A frequent concert soloist, she has appeared at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and with the Chicago Symphony under Riccardo Muti. Alvarez is a proud alumna of the Manhattan School of Music and New World School of the Arts. A passionate advocate for Latinx voices in classical music, she lives in Miami with her husband, children, and rescue dog, La Lupe.

William Raskin is a baritone renowned for his “vocal agility and tenderness” (Cleveland Classical). A native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he earned his Bachelor of Music from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where his roles included Sid in Albert Herring, Giove in La Calisto, and Fabrizio Naccarelli in The Light in the Piazza.

He has since performed with companies such as Opera in the Ozarks, Ohio Light Opera, and Sarasota Opera, earning praise for both his vocal ability and “real terpsichorean talent” (Operetta Research Center)—a testament to his background in ballet, tap, and jazz.

Recently named a finalist in the Patricia Crump Vocal Competition, Raskin continues to build a strong presence in the classical music world. In the upcoming season, he will join The Glimmerglass Festival as a Young Artist, performing in The Rake’s Progress and the world premiere of Derek Bermel’s The House on Mango Street.

Praised for her “enticing strength and marvelous vocal character” (Arts Knoxville), soprano Christine Alfano is known for her powerful, sparkling voice and compelling stage presence. A favorite in bel canto, romantic, and verismo repertoire, she has appeared on NPR’s Performance Today. In the 2024–2025 season, Christine debuts with Amelia Island Opera as Gertrud in Hansel and Gretel and returns as Kate Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly. She joins Sarasota Opera as an Apprentice Artist, appearing in Stiffelio, Le nozze di Figaro, Cavalleria Rusticana, and Pagliacci. Recent highlights include Angelica in Suor Angelica with Bold City Opera, Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 with VIDA Guitar Quartet, and solo appearances in Saint-Saëns’ Oratorio de Noël. Passionate about new music, Christine has premiered several contemporary works. She holds degrees from the University of Tennessee and Florida State University, and currently studies with Jennifer Rowley.

Keith Chambers is a dynamic American conductor known for his versatility across opera, symphonic, and new music repertoire. He has led over 150 performances of more than 50 operas with companies such as The Dallas Opera, Indianapolis Opera, Shreveport Opera, Amarillo Opera, and Opera Ithaca. He is the Founder & Artistic Director of New Amsterdam Opera and Principal Guest Conductor of Manhattan Opera Studio. Chambers has served as assistant and cover conductor for over 40 productions, working alongside maestros including Emmanuel Villaume and Riccardo Frizza. A champion of new music, he has premiered works with American Lyric Theater and American Opera Projects, conducting at Lincoln Center and the PROTOTYPE Festival. Also an accomplished pianist, he has appeared as concerto soloist and recitalist in the U.S. and abroad. In demand as a coach and educator, Chambers has taught at programs such as Florida Grand Opera, CoOPERAtive, and Loyola’s Dramatic Voice Symposium.

Madama Butterfly is one of opera’s most enduring tales of unrequited love. Puccini’s poignant score follows the tragic tale of Cio-Cio San, a young Japanese girl who falls in love with American naval officer Pinkerton, with devastating consequences.

Amelia Island Opera’s concert performance of this exquisite piece will feature Cuban-American soprano Elaine Alvarez. Ms. Alvarez burst onto the international opera scene in 2007, making a break-out company debut with her soulful portrayal of Mimì in Puccini’s La bohème at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Most recently Ms. Alvarez returned to the Metropolitan Opera to cover the title characters in Florencia en el Amazonas and Madama Butterfly. Alongside Ms. Alvarez is a cast composed of some of the finest opera singers in the country and the Jacksonville University Singers, all accompanied by an orchestra led by conductor Keith Chambers.

This concert-only production of Madama Butterfly will have a running time of 2 hours, not including an intermission. It will be sung in Italian with projected English supertitles. The house will open 1 hour before the performance time. Please leave ample time for parking at the Chapel.

You will receive your digital tickets via email from ShowSlinger. You can print these tickets, show your tickets on your phone, or give your name at the door.

Friday, April 4, 2025 | 7:30PM
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 4PM

Amelia Plantation Chapel | 36 Bowman Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

Tickets: $50
$10 Student Tickets are available for anyone under 18 years of age or anyone with a valid student ID.

*Generously sponsored by The Amelia Island Tourist Development Council, Paul Bosland, The Burroughs Family Foundation, and William and Debbie Hyde.

8 nationally acclaimed opera singers + 28 choristers + 25 instrumentalists + 1 conductor = one GRAND night of opera!

Join Amelia Island Opera for their final concert this season, Puccini's heartbreaking Madama Butterfly, on April 4 & 6, 2025. Many members of this esteemed cast have performed at major opera houses such as The Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Glimmerglass Festival, Atlanta Opera, Arizona Opera, Opera Theatre of St. Louis, and Santa Fe Opera.

In addition, the performance will feature the Jacksonville University Singers and a professional orchestra, led by Maestro Keith Chambers.

Find out more and purchase tickets at the link in our bio!

#ameliaislandopera #ameliaisland #visitameliaisland #jacksonville @visitameliaisland #fernandinabeach #puccini #opera #operasingersofinstagram @jumusicpresents @muscle.maestro

Don’t let this gloomy, rainy 🌧️ day in Amelia Island keep you away! There’s one more performance of Broadway Babies at @storyandsongbb. Grab your umbrellas ☔️, rain boots 🥾, and top hats 🎩—and we’ll see you on Broadway! #ameliaislandopera #aio #ameliaisland #visitameliaisland 📸: @lea.gallardo

Always a fun time at an Amelia Island Opera rehearsal, concert, or opera!

@gpreisser @emilychansen @victoriaisernia @christian.harward @nathanstarkopera @robynmarielamp

#opera #operaisfun #meetopera #operasinger #operasingersofinstagram #instaopera #operatic

We're thrilled to bring these 5 incredible artists together for Broadway Babies, a program that will highlight the antics of three handsome baritones and one knockout mezzo in a one-of-a-kind concert filled with laughter, charm, and extraordinary vocal performances!

The program will include music from Oklahoma!, Into the Woods, Guys & Dolls, Kiss Me Kate, Company, and more!

Victoria Isernia, mezzo soprano
Christian Harward, baritone
Gabriel Preisser, baritone
Nathan Stark, baritone
Mimi Zhang, piano

More information and tickets for performances on March 15 & 16, 2025 are available at the link in our bio!

#ameliaislandopera #visitameliaisland #ameliaisland #fernandinabeach #opera @meemzeem @victoriaisernia @nathanstarkopera @gpreisser @christian.harward

Back by popular demand! Join Amelia Island Opera for an encore performance of Broadway Babies, featuring the sensational voice of GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist Gabriel Preisser, alongside “irresistible” baritone Nathan Stark, musical theater performer Christian Harward, and Amelia Island Opera co-founder, mezzo-soprano Victoria Isernia. Accompanied by the talented pianist Mimi Zhang, you’ll enjoy the antics of three handsome baritones and one knockout mezzo in a one-of-a-kind concert filled with laughter, charm, and extraordinary vocal performances!

Whether you're a Broadway aficionado or just looking for a night of exceptional entertainment, this performance promises to be an unforgettable experience.

Get your tickets now at the link in our bio!

#ameliaislandopera #ameliaisland #fernandinabeach #visitameliaisland @visitameliaisland @victoriaisernia @christian.harward @nathanstarkopera @gpreisser @meemzeem @storyandsongbb

Amelia Island Opera is holding auditions for "local" singers. We consider a local singer anyone willing to drive to North Florida from where they live, even if it's just for a one-day event. This is a general audition and we are casting for principal and comprimario roles, opera chorus members, and concert soloists.

Learn more and fill out the application at https://forms.gle/WNHeRRy2JYTNCJiM8 (link in bio)

Meet the Artists: Sweet & Salty - A Valentine’s Day Concert

February 8 & 9, 2025
Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture

Love comes in many different shapes, colors, and sizes and Amelia Island Opera will explore love’s many facets with Sweet & Salty - A Valentine’s Day Concert.

This concert will feature music from Tosca, Werther, Die Fledermaus, Manon Lescaut, Faust, and lots of musical theater!

Learn more and purchase tickets on our website (link in bio)!

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We are excited to join the Newcomers Classic Music Group for a fun, informative lecture delving into the fascinating world of opera. AIO co-founders Robyn Lamp, Victoria Isernia, and John Tibbetts, will talk about the different operatic voice types and how they are classified into the German Fach system, as well as the history, music, and story of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly.

Whether you’re a seasoned opera fanatic or a newcomer curious about the art form, this lecture will help you appreciate the beauty of opera.

Free.

Please RSVP at https://storyandsongarts.org/event/opera-talk/

As 2024 draws to a close, we are reflecting on what AIO has accomplished, with your help, in the last 365 days. Will you take a moment to celebrate with us? In this past year, we:

🎵 Presented 9 incredible musical programs
🚀 Launched several educational initiatives, including children’s story time, opera and voice lectures, and in-school performances
🎉 Participated in multiple community events, such as Dickens on Centre, Shrimp Fest, etc.
🎭 Featured the talents of over 157 talented individual singers, instrumentalists, performers, and artists
🆕 Partnered with three new venue spaces

Thank you every single person and organization who helped make 2024 a reality. We are so grateful!

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Wishing you all a joy-filled holiday season! 🎄❄️☃️

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Now featuring, "Postcards from the Stage"

Telephone & Craigslistlieder February 7 & 8 Sponsored by: Marilyn & Keith Erdahl Sue Braddock The Spice & Tea Exchange save program for a discount @ the spice and & Tea Exchange

Divas of Old Hollywood April 18 & 19 Sponsored by: Marilyn & Keith Erdahl Pat and Bob Stichweh The Spice & Tea Exchange

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Follow us on Instagram

@AmeliaIslandOpera

ACCESSIBILITY

Now featuring,
"Postcards from the Stage"

Telephone & Craigslistlieder
February 7 & 8
Sponsored by:
Marilyn & Keith Erdahl
Sue Braddock
The Spice & Tea Exchange
save program for a discount @ the spice and & Tea Exchange

Divas of Old Hollywood
April 18 & 19
Sponsored by:
Marilyn & Keith Erdahl
Pat and Bob Stichweh
The Spice & Tea Exchange