Folsom Lake Symphony presents Opera Meets Broadway

A dynamite pair of versatile vocalists teams up to deliver treats from the worlds of both opera and Broadway. The delectable menu features selections ranging from The Barber of Seville and Carmen to My Fair Lady, West Side Story, Wicked, and The Phantom of the Opera. It’s a feast for the ears!

Soprano Shana Blake Hill is known for creating and premiering new roles and contemporary works, as well as bringing a thoughtful and modern perspective to the heroines of the standard repertoire. Critics have described her as a “fearless actress” and as “visually and vocally voluptuous.” She has sung principal roles with: the Los Angeles Opera, Savonlinna Festival Opera, Dayton Opera, Cincinnati Opera, Long Beach Opera, Santa Barbara Opera, and many others.

With over one hundred roles to his credit, baritone Roberto Perlas Gomez has performed extensively throughout the United States. He has performed leading roles with most of the regional companies in California as well as supporting roles with the Michigan Opera, Los Angeles Opera, and San Francisco Opera. He solos frequently with the Verdi Chorus. In addition, he has performed internationally with the Shanghai Opera and at the Kennedy Center with the Philippine National Opera.

Note: Parental guidance suggested. May be unsuitable for younger children.
*There will also be a 20 minute intermission.