West Chester University Opera Theatre

10/09/2026

The cast of Cabildo has been hard at work learning Amy Beach’s gorgeous and challenging score. A pioneering American composer who broke barriers for women in classical music, Beach left behind a remarkable legacy. Don’t miss the Pennsylvania premiere of her only opera!

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now:

https://wcupatix.com/wells-school-of-music

09/25/2026

We were so fortunate to welcome Dr. Rachelle Fleming and Dr. Steven Gross to the Wells School of Music for a special musical theatre masterclass!

Our students sang, learned, took risks, and gained valuable insights from two exceptional artists and teachers. Thank you, Rachelle and Steven, for sharing your expertise, energy, and passion with our students!

08/14/2026

Audition for Cabildo at the Wells School of Music!
Sign-up and more information:
https://tinyurl.com/wcuoperatheatre

06/10/2026

Announcing the 2026-2027 opera season at the Wells School of Music!

Cabildo
Music by Amy Beach
Libretto by Nan Bagby Stephens

Beautifully lyrical and distinctly American, Amy Beach’s Cabildo is a charming one-act opera filled with humor, romance, and historical intrigue. Under an hour and performed in English with English supertitles.

November 13, 7:30 PM
November 14, 3:00 PM
Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall

Semele
Music by George Frideric Handel
Libretto by William Congreve

A brilliant blend of Greek mythology, virtuosic singing, and radiant melodies, Handel’s Semele is a captivating tale of love, vanity, and fate. Performed in English with English supertitles.

May 1, 7:30 PM
May 2, 3:00 PM
Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall

06/08/2026

Read about our recent graduate, Elise Leid! Elise was an integral part of our opera program at the Wells School of Music, sharing her talents and artistry in a wide range of roles. We wish her all the best in the exciting journey ahead!

🎶 From Twin Valley to the opera stage, Elise Leid is turning a lifelong passion for music into a career. The recent West Chester University graduate earned a degree in vocal performance and hopes to pursue professional opera while teaching voice and piano lessons in Berks County.

Read her story: https://berksweekly.com/stories/arts-culture/elise-leid-finds-her-voice-through-a-lifelong-love-of-music/

05/03/2026

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Program: www.issuu.com/wcupa8 WCU Opera Theater Directed by Nicholas Provenzale Così Fan Tutte Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by Lorenzo Da…

05/02/2026

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Program: www.issuu.com/wcupa8 WCU Opera Theater Directed by Nicholas Provenzale Così Fan Tutte Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by Lorenzo Da…

05/02/2026

Così fan tutte is tonight at 7:30 PM and tomorrow at 3:00 PM! Tickets are still available: https://wcupatix.com/wells-school-of-music

Here are some pictures from our Thursday rehearsal. More to come!

05/01/2026

Meet the cast of Così fan tutte! A fourth-year Vocal Performance major at the Wells School of Music, Elise Leid performs the role of Despina on 5/2.

05/01/2026

Meet the cast of Così fan tutte! A second-year Vocal Performance and Music Education double-major at the Wells School of Music, Brandon Zuniga performs the role of Ferrando on 5/2.