The Merola Opera Program is widely regarded as the foremost opera training program for aspiring singers, coach accompanists, and stage directors. Merola nurtures the opera stars of tomorrow, presents operatic works that reach a diverse audience, and provides community outreach through educational programs for students and the general public.

San Francisco’s acclaimed Merola Opera Program, one of the most prestigious and selective opera training programs in the world, launches its 63rd season offering audiences a look at the opera stars of tomorrow. The 2020 Merola Summer Festival announces this year’s 29 Merola artists, selected from more than 800 international applicants from as far away as China, South Korea, Germany, and Colombia, as well as across the U.S. and Canada. The 2020 Summer Festival features the Schwabacher Summer Concert (July 9 & 11), performances of Postcard from Morocco (July 23 & 25), Le nozze di Figaro (August 6 & 8) and the Merola Grand Finale (August 22). The 2020 Merola Summer Festival includes performances in San Francisco at various locations. Click for individual event tickets and information or 415-864-3330 starting April 14.

Presidio Theatre, 99 Moraga Avenue, San Francisco

War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco

July 9 – August 22, 2020

Sheri Greenawald

Classical • Opera

$15 to $80

Telephone: 415-864-3330