Opera Hispánica addresses the need for a New York City based opera company devoted to presenting the best of Hispanic opera.
 
As we begin to see increasing numbers of composers writing operas with Spanish and Latin American influence such as Daniel Catan, Robert Xavier Rodriguez, and Samuel Zyman Opera Hispánica is proud to support and cultivate the musicians, composers and writers who specialize in this genre.
 
Opera Hispánica focuses its mission on producing operas that are either in Spanish, written by a Hispanic or Latino composer, and/or inspired by a Hispanic theme or topic. In order for our mission to be accomplished one or more of these elements must be met.
 
As the first opera company in New York City to perform predominantly in Spanish, Opera Hispánica’s repertory will also include Zarzuela (Spanish Musical Theatre) and related musical works both as concert and fully staged productions.
 
Opera Hispánica aims to establish a supportive foundation for emerging and established composers committed to developing new operas that are entertaining and relevant to modern audiences. Programs for emerging and established composers will include competitions, workshops, and the commissioning of new works.