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Get ready for a breathtaking musical journey as the Queen of the Night unleashes her most powerful and haunting aria - "Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen"

Meet Gina Makarova, the Costume and Makeup Designer for The Magic Flute and learn her process for creating the entire look for each character from head to toe.

Jacksonville, FL – March 4, 2025 – First Coast Opera is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 Silent Auction, available online for a...

A Singspiel is a type of German opera that masterfully blends spoken dialogue with musical numbers, creating a unique theatrical experience.

Regina Torres is thrilled to return to FCO for their 25th season, where she began her operatic career as The Witch in Hansel and Gretel.

Cuban soprano Raquel Rubí holds a Master’s in Vocal Performance from FIU and a Doctorate in Musical Arts from the University of Miami.

St. Augustine resident Lisa Lockhart is a frequent performer with First Coast Opera, with past roles including Musetta in Pasta &...

In Mozart's The Magic Flute, Masonic symbolism plays a significant role, deeply intertwined with the themes of enlightenment and moral...

By Torlef Borsting -- Community is defined as “a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests,...

Juan Antonio Simarro at Anniversary Gala. Photos by Glo MacDonald St. Augustine, FL – February 3, 2025 – On February 1, First Coast...

Bass-baritone Anthony Offerle’s credits include performances with the OperaEstate in Rome, Cincinnati Opera, Opera Mississippi, First...

Juan Antonio Simarro has also explored holiday music, bringing his signature warmth and creativity to compositions that capture the...