It is with profound grief that we share the passing of our co-founder and Chair Emeritus, Robert Graulich, who left us earlier this month, surrounded by love.In eight years, Bob missed only one LOOC performance. He advertised, performed, stage managed, filed paperwork, ran front-of-house, ushered, and fundraised—whatever needed doing, he did it with enthusiasm and love. Initially self-identifying as […]
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Announcing the 2026 Emerging Artist Studio!
In it’s fifth season, the Lyric Opera OC Emerging Artist Studio is led by Lyric Opera OC’s General Director, Michael O’Halloran; Artistic Director, Diana Farrell; and Dr. Lisa Sylvester, Chair of Opera and Voice at the University of Southern California. Artists of note on past and present faculty include Pamela Hinchman (Northwestern), Carl Pantle (repetiteur), Joel Balzun […]
Enchanted Melodies makes its OC Debut!
ABOUT THE SHOW Enchanted Melodies invites children to enter a world where they sing, play, and bring stories to life! This 45–50 minute program blends live opera performance, narration, and imaginative interaction designed especially for preschool through elementary-aged audiences. WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL Interactive Play Elements including call-and-response, movement games, imaginative pretend, clapping rhythms, and guided storytelling moments […]
Check out our program for The Yellow Wallpaper
We’re Hiring!
Position: Digital Engagement Manager Organization: Lyric Opera of Orange County Type: Part-Time Hours: Starting at 5 hours per week Compensation: $30 per hour Overview: Lyric Opera of Orange County is seeking a creative and strategic Digital Engagement Manager to oversee and enhance our digital content and communication efforts. This position is ideal for an individual […]
MEET OUR INCREDIBLE PROGRAM FACULTY
We’re thrilled to share the first of multiple faculty announcements this week for the LOOC Emerging Artist Studio, June 9-21! There’s still time to apply—get your materials in today! https://forms.gle/XJXbVJsQJTW1N7fp9 Masterclass with Baritone, Pedagogue & Composer Joel Balzun – Acclaimed for his “imposing, ringing baritone,” Balzun has performed at LA Opera, Chautauqua Opera, and Opera […]
APPLICATIONS OPEN!
Lyric Opera OC 2025 Emerging Artist Studio June 9-21, 2025 Thank you for your interest in Lyric Opera of Orange County’s Emerging Artist Studio. We’re building on the success of of former L’Opera Petit program (part-time regional training program) and excpanding our offerings! The Emerging Artist Studio program will culminate in a full piano accompanied […]
Harmony In Action: LOOC’s Year-End Giving Campaign
Whether you’re a longtime supporter of Lyric Opera OC or just attended your first performance, you are a part of the effort, putting “Harmony in Action!” There’s something for everyone when it comes to our programming, from our Opera 101 concerts to our Fully Staged Productions to our L’Opera Petit Training Program to the Opera […]
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LOOC highlighted in Culture OC
Thank you Culture OC for the profile outlining all the incredible projects we have in store under the leadership of our Founding Artistic Director, Diana Farrell. Click the image below to read the full article. […]
Reserve your Radio Jingle
A New – & Catchy – Way to Support the Opera We need your business to be a part of the show! We have FIVE sponsor spots available for The Menotti Radio Hour October 25-27! Let LOOC write, perform, and record a custom radio jingle featuring your business! Even better? We’ll get you a recording […]
