Founded in 1992 as the Dunster House Opera and renamed in 2014 to reflect our move to the historic Agassiz Theatre, the Harvard College Opera has consistently produced full-length, financially accessible annual operas to provide undergraduates with performance, production, and tech opportunities and introduce the wider community to the art of opera. 
Throughout our more than 25-year long history, our performances have been praised by critics for their quality and inventiveness as we stage modern masterworks, such as Stravinsky's The Rake's Progress (2015), to time-honored classics, such as Mozart's Die Zauberflöte (2020).

Beginning in 2019, HCO has committed to producing an annual season of free recitals, masterclasses, chamber operas, and concert collaborations in addition to our annual winter opera. As a non-profit organization, we are funded primarily through grants, ticket sales, and the generosity of everyday donors. If you are interested in supporting HCO, please visit our website or reach out to harvardcollegeopera@gmail.com.

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Harvard College Opera

Isabella Meyer

Eliza Zangerl

Ethan Chaves

Jonathan Caron

The Production Design Team at Harvard College Opera is responsible for creating and executing the visual aesthetic of each performance. This includes designing and constructing sets, costumes, and lighting to enhance the storytelling and immerse the audience in the operatic experience. Working collaboratively, team members such as the Set Designers, Costume Designer, Hair/Makeup Designer, and Lighting Designer ensure that all visual elements align cohesively with the director's vision, thereby bringing modern masterworks and time-honored classics to life on stage.

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