London based, Australian Tenor Simon Chalford Gilkes graduated with a Masters in Vocal Performance as a Cuthbert Smith Scholar supported by the Richard Carne Charitable Trust and was previously a Richard Carne Scholar at the Royal College of Music, London in 2013 studying with Dinah Harris. Previously Simon has completed his Bachelor of Music, studying … Continued

Boasting both a Cert IV in Performing Arts from ED5 and a Diploma in Dance from Queensland Dance School of Excellence, Kristian has spent the last ten years in the industry honing his skills as an artist whilst working alongside exceptional talent. Kristian made his musical theatre debut in Cats, playing the role of Macavity in the US (Really … Continued

Born in Sydney of Egyptian parents and brought up in Brussels, Simon Lobelson gained his Bachelor of Music with First Class Honours from the University of Sydney and completed his Opera Diploma with distinction at The Royal College of Music on scholarship under Roderick Earle, with further studies under Sir Donald McIntyre, and continued his … Continued

Acclaimed by The New York Times as “an outstanding actress, as well as a singer of extraordinary grace and finesse,” American soprano Corinne Winters sings her signature role of Violetta this season at Theater Basel, for her house debut in a new Daniel Kramer production, and in Melbourne, where she debuts with Opera Australia. She also returns … Continued

Bass-Baritone James Olds holds a Masters of Music in Performance from The Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London. In 2016, James made his debut as a principal artist with Opera Australia performing the role of The Officer in Rossini’s The Barber of Seville and in 2018 will be performing the role of Sergeant … Continued

Tenor Michael Lapiña began his professional career in 1988 performing in musicals and touring extensively in Australia and Asia. Since 2008, Michael has been engaged with many of Australia’s leading opera houses to perform some of the most coveted tenor roles in the operatic repertoire. His roles have included Nemorino in Donizetti’s L’Elisir Damore, Cavaradossi … Continued

Described as “gifted with a sumptuous timbre and impeccably disciplined”, Elena Gabouri “impresses with her athletic voice and an undeniable charisma” and easily identifiable as a verdian and wagnerian dramatic mezzo soprano. Her debut in Sydney in 2018 was critically acclaimed: “Having graced the international stage since 2012, mezzo-soprano Elena Gabouri makes her impressive Sydney … Continued