Long Beach Opera
Performing ArtsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Long Beach Opera is a performing arts organization based in Long Beach, California, founded in 1979. As the longest-running opera company in the greater Los Angeles region, it has produced more than 100 productions and is recognized for its experimental approach to opera, ranging from early Baroque works to contemporary commissions and world premieres. The company emphasizes innovation and collaboration, engaging composers, performers, designers, and community partners to create operatic experiences described as nontraditional and forward-looking. Its programming includes premieres and American premieres, with a track record of notable collaborations and a reputation for contributing to the future of opera. Serving audiences interested in bold, inventive opera, Long Beach Opera partners with cultural institutions and foundations in the region to support its artistic mission. Based in the Long Beach area, the organization operates within the performing arts industry and has established itself as a creative hub for innovative productions, attracting both local attention and national recognition. Recent leadership developments and organizational partnerships reflect its ongoing evolution and commitment to expanding the operatic repertoire and experience.