In celebration of the birth month of legendary Greek American soprano Maria Callas, this two-part concert-style event honors her extraordinary legacy while spotlighting women’s leadership in the arts. Spearheaded by Artistic Director Regina Thomas, the program blends new operatic work with beloved repertoire to create a rich, accessible experience for audiences of all backgrounds.

Part One: La Callas - New Work in Progress – The evening opens with a concert-style reading of Act I from La Callas, a new opera by Northwest librettist Elizabeth Coppinger and New York composer Clint Borzoni. The work explores the life of Maria Callas through a contemporary lens. The cast includes ten singers, accompanied by piano. Projected supertitles will enhance accessibility.

INTERMISSION

Part Two: Maria Callas in Her Own Voice – Audiences will experience a curated selection of arias and scenes from operas that defined Callas’s career. These performances—also presented in concert style—will be interwoven with live commentary by Regina Thomas, creating a chronological narrative of Callas’s artistic evolution and personal milestones. This segment features the same vocal cast, now joined by a chamber ensemble of piano, flute, violin, and cello, to bring Callas’s most iconic roles to life.

EXCLUSIVE POST CONCERT ARTISTS' RECEPTION

Enjoy light appetizers and pre-poured beverages during a brief intermission, then stay after the performance for an exclusive Gala Celebration featuring desserts, champagne, and non-alcoholic offerings. This post-concert gathering is a rare opportunity to mingle and engage in lively conversation with the musicians, soloists, composer, librettist, music director, and the creative team behind this West Coast premiere. In the intimate setting of Art Love Salon, you’ll have the chance to deepen your connection to the music, the artists, and fellow guests—an evening of cultural immersion and community you won’t want to miss.