Opera Santa Barbara

Broken dreams, a fateful love affair, and a murder onboard a barge on the Seine are accompanied by a haunting score in Puccini’s taut 60’ operatic thriller.

Greek Gods engage in mischief, illicit relationships, and vocal acrobatics in this 85’ adaptation of Handel’s comedy, set in the Roaring 20’s. OSB Premiere  

Hannah, a transgender woman, discovers her gender identity and learns to love herself in this ground-breaking new 75-minute chamber opera. Music and concept by

We return to grand opera with Verdi’s perennial favorite, unfolding in Paris’ opulent and unforgiving 19th century salons and boudoirs.