The Dallas Opera
Performing ArtsTexas, United States51-200 Employees
The Dallas Opera is a professional resident opera company located in Dallas, Texas. With more than half a century of artistic achievement and ongoing community engagement, it has become a significant contributor to the cultural profile of Dallas and to the North Texas performing arts economy. The company has a history of presenting international stars in American debuts and has supported new works, including the commission of a new opera based on Moby-Dick by Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer. The organization traces its origins to 1957, when civic leaders chartered a resident opera company for Dallas. In June 2026, The Dallas Opera appointed David Lomelí as General Director and CEO, taking the helm after a long tenure by Ian Derrer.