Pittsburgh Opera
Katie Manukyan serves as the Director of the Slavic, Eastern European and Near Eastern Summer Language Institute at the University of Pittsburgh, where responsibilities include coordinating an intensive summer Russian language program and teaching courses in Russian language, literature, and culture. Additionally, Katie holds the position of Teaching Associate Professor, mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students in Slavic languages and literatures. Experience also includes roles as Acting Program Director of Project GO and as a singer with the Pittsburgh Festival Opera and Pittsburgh Opera, participating in various notable productions. Educational qualifications comprise a BA in Slavic Languages and Literatures from Northwestern University and a PhD and MA in Slavic and East European Languages and Literatures from The Ohio State University.
Pittsburgh Opera
OUR MISSION Pittsburgh Opera enriches Pittsburgh and the tri-state area and draws national and international attention to the region by: * creating live opera at the highest standards of artistic excellence; making opera intellectually and financially accessible to a diverse audience * developing young American singers into tomorrow’s artists * and ensuring the future through responsible fiscal management. BRIEF OVERVIEW Established by five intrepid women in 1939, Pittsburgh Opera is viewed as one of the most vibrant opera organizations in the U.S., with a rich artistic tradition, internationally-recognized educational programs, an acclaimed artist training program, and a progressive outlook toward the future. Its green initiative culminated in LEED® Silver certification for its Strip District headquarters, and its capacity as a true community partner has increased significantly under General Director Christopher Hahn’s leadership.