Opera For Us
Organization Type
Non-Profit
Industry/Sector
Arts & Culture, Education
Service Provided
Co-Creation / Collaboration
cultivating melanated opera lovers through song, storytelling, and education.
Opera For Us, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded by opera singer Denise Battle, was created to break barriers by educating and exposing black and brown communities to opera as an enjoyable art form, storytelling avenue, and inclusive means of expression, beyond its portrayal as an exclusive experience in the arts industry.
overview
Opera For Us aims to introduce opera to black and brown communities while redefining its relevance to diverse stories and genres. Reaching beyond exclusive stereotypes and fostering inclusivity are core to their mission, and Opera For Us had the opportunity to create an event that celebrated diversity within the opera and adjacent arts community, and among the audiences that could enjoy the art form. By providing an inclusive space for engagement and cultural representation, the organization was able to continue to bridge the gap between opera and melanated communities.
details
Digital Program Design: Created the digital program for an Opera For Us event, which brought together opera singers and other artistic performers from melanated communities, and included opera education, remarks from arts advocacy leaders, and audience feedback/Q&A sessions.
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DENISE NICOLE BATTLE
Founder, Opera For Us