Palm Beach Opera is dedicated to producing live opera at an international standard of excellence and to enriching the life of the communities it serves with a diverse offering of educational programs. Founded in 1961, the fully professional Palm Beach Opera presents mainstage performances at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach and is a proud member of OPERA America the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.

Founded in 1961, the fully professional Palm Beach Opera presents mainstage performances at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach and is a proud member of the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County. Currently in their 53rd Season, Palm Beach Opera offers a variety of cultural programs from December through April including Opera @ the Waterfront – a free outdoor opera concert with PBO Orchestra and Chorus at the Meyer Amphitheatre, fully staged mainstage opera productions, a 5 month Young Artist Program for emerging professional opera singers, Young Artist Productions and educational programs, such as Children’s Performance, One Opera in One Hour, Concerts in the Classroom, Opera Rehearsal 101, and PBO Studio.

Guest artists are internationally acclaimed, come to Palm Beach Opera from both the US and abroad, and have performed at all major opera houses worldwide. The Palm Beach Opera Chorus (up to 50 local singers who are committed to the highest musical values) and the Palm Beach Opera Orchestra (up to 75 musicians who have worked with major professional orchestras both nationally and internationally) enhance the company’s artistic productions. Palm Beach Opera is governed by a 24-member strong Board of Directors, and has an annual operating budget of $4.5-$5.00MM.

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Palm Beach Opera

David Genser

Caroline Collado

Victoria Stepanenko

Stephen Texon

Laura Antonina Vicari

Karen Fuller

Francesca Arnone

David Ramcharitar

David Asch

Sydney Mancasola

Rafael Elvira

Neil Eddinger

Monica Cheveresan

Michael Ross

Ksenia Leletkina

Kerry Rocks

Heather McLeod

Christopher Job

Christina C.

Bryan Wohlust

Ann Eileen Baskind

Shannon Jennings

Dr. Anna Betka

Clarissa Stoney

Scott Guzielek

The Leadership Team at Palm Beach Opera is pivotal in driving the organization's artistic and strategic vision. Comprised of seasoned professionals like the Associate Principal Coach, Principal Coach/Assistant Conductor, and Principal Flute, the team ensures the highest standards of artistic excellence and operational efficiency. They oversee the development and execution of mainstage performances, educational programs, and community outreach initiatives, enriching the cultural fabric of the communities they serve.

Leadership Team

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Artistic and Performance Team

Leadership Team

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Artistic and Performance Team