Mission
Arizona Opera elevates the transformative power of storytelling through music—cultivating community and strengthening a state and people as adventurous and diverse as the place they call home.
Ruling year
1972
General Director
Mr. Joseph Specter
Main address
1636 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
EIN
23-7169261
NTEE code
Opera (A6A)
Arts Education/Schools (A25)
Performing Arts (A60)
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Arlyn M. Brewster OperaTunity Program
Arizona Opera's Brewster OperaTunity program is designed for Pre-K to 6th grade. This tour introduces students to the operatic artform through a 40-minute adaptation of a classic opera, performed in English, by professional singers and a pianist. To further enhance the experience, students are provided with additional study materials to prior to the performance.
Student Night at the Opera
Special tickets are available for the final dress rehearsal performance of every mainstage opera. These nights are reserved specifically for students to get swept away by great music and stories–while enhancing classroom learning.
Teacher Night at the Opera
This night is reserved specifically for teachers to join us for the final dress rehearsal of our opening production. Teachers receive 2 complementary tickets to attend the performance and learn what Arizona Opera has to offer for students throughout the season.
Tucson Seats-for-Students
Special tickets are reserved for students to attend the Saturday mainstage performances at Tucson Music Hall. These nights are reserved specifically for students to get swept away by great music and stories–while enhancing classroom learning.
Marion Roose Pullin Arizona Opera Studio
In residence all season, Studio Artists can be seen performing on both our main stage and throughout Arizona. The Studio also provides well-rounded, personalized instruction that propels each artist to the next level. These opportunities help bridge the gap between academic studies and a professional career.
Production Apprentice Program
Arizona Opera’s Production Apprentice Program bridges the divide between academic studies and a professional career, helping young theater technicians learn the skills and gain the experience necessary to begin their careers with confidence. Arizona Opera provides a unique opportunity for apprentices to gain professional experience in all aspects of producing quality performances. In addition to paying an hourly wage, our distinctive program provides comprehensive cross-discipline training, networking opportunities, masterclasses, and essential portfolio reviews.
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ARIZONA OPERA COMPANY
Board of directorsas of 4/8/2021
Mrs. Sharon Landis
Dr. Peter Lance
David Bolger
Jean Cooper
Barry Fingerhut
Nancy Foster
Karen Fruen
Vikie Hariton
David Heap
Kimberly Kauffman
Dr. Jenny Maw
Denise McClintic
Sherry Middlemas
Dr. Stephen Munk
Erik Peterson
Thomas Rogers, II
Dr. Herschel Rosenzweig
Jeannette Segel
Dave Scoggins
Colonel (Ret.) Kimberley Smith
Anne Snoddgrass
Linda Staubitz
Shoshana Tancer
Roma Wittcoff
Judith (Judy) Wolf
Scott Stallard
Kay McDougall
John Johnson
Dr. Herschel Rosenzweig
Col (Ret.) Kimberley Smith
Anne Snodgrass
Judith (Judy) Wolf, Ph.D.
Shoshana Tancer
David Bolger
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Board orientation and education
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CEO oversight
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Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? No -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? No -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No
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