Soprano, Sara Schabas is originally from Toronto, and currently living in Montreal to complete her doctorate in voice performance at McGill University while freelancing with different companies and orchestras across Canada. – “ …The Little Opera Company’s production of A Walk from the Garden helped me to connect with the very special Manitoba arts community. As a Canadian artist, it’s very special to connect with different communities across our vast country. Winnipeg is certainly one of the most amazing centres for arts in Canada, and a place I hope to return to over and over… ”
Lizzy Hoyt, is a classical mezzo-soprano and a Celtic- folk songwriter and multi-instrumentalist originally from Edmonton. – “ …I have been focusing more on classical music and opera. I am deeply grateful to the Little Opera Company, who has given me important professional opportunities during this transition - participating in their anniversary gala, online projects during covid lockdown, and notably, allowing me to embody Julia Child in their production of the one-woman opera, Bon Appétit… “
Winnipeg born soprano, Lara Secord-Haid, now based in Berlin, Germany. - “…Being part of productions with the Little Opera Company was instrumental in my performance growth. First and foremost, getting stage time as a young artist is invaluable—there’s no substitute for learning by doing. But just as importantly, The LOC showed me what grassroots opera production looks like up close.It made producing opera feel accessible, like, “Well, that’s just what you do.” Because my formative experiences were so community-driven, I’ve carried that ethos throughout my career…”
Soprano, Nicole Leung has had a passion for singing from a young age — ” …whether it was participating in the school choir or singing along to the radio in the car. I am incredibly fortunate that my family and musical mentors encouraged me to pursue a career in singing. After many years of training, I’m proud to say I am now a professional opera singer. One of the most pivotal moments in my artistic journey was being part of The Little Opera Company’s production of The Magic Flute, where I performed the role of Pamina. It was a great opportunity to immerse myself in a new and vibrant musical community… ”
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Soprano, Sara Schabas is originally from Toronto, and currently living in Montreal to complete her doctorate in voice performance at McGill University while freelancing with different companies and orchestras across Canada. – “ …The Little Opera Company’s production of A Walk from the Garden helped me to connect with the very special Manitoba arts community. As a Canadian artist, it’s very special to connect with different communities across our vast country. Winnipeg is certainly one of the most amazing centres for arts in Canada, and a place I hope to return to over and over… ”
Lizzy Hoyt, is a classical mezzo- soprano and a Celtic-folk songwriter and multi- instrumentalist originally from Edmonton. – “ …I have been focusing more on classical music and opera. I am deeply grateful to the Little Opera Company, who has given me important professional opportunities during this transition - participating in their anniversary gala, online projects during covid lockdown, and notably, allowing me to embody Julia Child in their production of the one-woman opera, Bon Appétit… “
Winnipeg born soprano, Lara Secord-Haid, now based in Berlin, Germany. - “…Being part of productions with the Little Opera Company was instrumental in my performance growth. First and foremost, getting stage time as a young artist is invaluable—there’s no substitute for learning by doing. But just as importantly, The LOC showed me what grassroots opera production looks like up close.It made producing opera feel accessible, like, “Well, that’s just what you do.” Because my formative experiences were so community-driven, I’ve carried that ethos throughout my career…”
Soprano, Nicole Leung has had a passion for singing from a young age — ” …whether it was participating in the school choir or singing along to the radio in the car. I am incredibly fortunate that my family and musical mentors encouraged me to pursue a career in singing. After many years of training, I’m proud to say I am now a professional opera singer. One of the most pivotal moments in my artistic journey was being part of The Little Opera Company’s production of The Magic Flute, where I performed the role of Pamina. It was a great opportunity to immerse myself in a new and vibrant musical community… ”
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