  Introducing Ailyn Pérez and Stephen Costello – La Bohème’s Mimi and Rodolfo!
When lyric soprano Ailyn Pérez and tenor Stephen Costello come together to sing Puccini’s ill-fated lovers in La Bohème, it’s a match made in opera heaven. The chemistry between them is potent and undeniable, which makes perfect sense when you consider that the on-stage lovers are also married in real life. The Associated Press has dubbed them “America’s fastest-rising husband and wife opera stars,” and critics have praised the “warmth of tone and effortless high notes” of their duets. On May 12, Stephen and Ailyn bring their vocal chemistry to LA Opera as Mimi and Rodolfo, reprising the roles that brought them together. The production, originally created by iconic film director Herbert Ross and staged by director Gregory A. Fortner, marks Stephen’s LA Opera debut.
For more information on La Bohème and to purchase tickets, visit LAOpera.com.
 LA Opera is Looking for a Few Good Educators
Do you have a passion for opera and a desire to share the excitement and drama with your community? If so, join LA Opera’s dynamic team of Community Educators! LA Opera is recruiting new volunteers and will be offering a summer training program that will take you through a variety of workshops, seminars, and behind-the-scenes activities. The program will provide you with the skills and experiences needed to facilitate entertaining opera talks and workshops in libraries, schools, and community centers throughout Los Angeles County.
Not only will you get to share your love of opera, you will get the opportunity to work closely with LA Opera, one of the country’s great opera companies. These talks will allow you to share your passions with community members of all ages, from young children to experienced opera goers. A love of opera is a must, and a desire to work with children is preferred.
Click here to download the application. Questions? Please contact Garrett Collins, Community Programs Assistant, at gcollins@laopera.com or (213) 972-8016. The Application Deadline is April 20, 2012.
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