Our Impact
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We have given jobs over 400 creative artists, making us one of the largest employers in the arts sector in Santa Clarita
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We have gone into 47 schools, educating over 2,500 students on music, opera, and live performing arts
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We were invited to the OPERA America National Conference in June 2024, as an elite featured company, to present The Merry Widow: Madonna (a brand new libretto/concept of a famous operetta)
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We consistently receive Grants from the California Arts Council, Los Angeles County Arts, the LA Department of Cultural Affairs, the City of Santa Clarita, and many other government agencies and private foundations
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We recently took the 1st Place in the American Prize in Opera Performance, a prestigious and competitive national contest for Susannah in 2025
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Our Artistic Director, Dr. Joshua Wentz won 2nd Place in the Charles Nelson Reilly Prize for Opera Directing for The 13 Clocks
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We have been invited to present a work for the Carlisle Floyd Centennial in 2026 and will present a double bill of his lesser-known works
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We have won various Telly, Webby, and Anthem awards, as well as a Commendation from LA County Supervisor Katheryn Barger for our educational outreach program;
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Every year for the past 5 years, we have presented our annual 'Winter Holidays of the World' multicultural event, highlighting music and holidays from dozens of cultures around the world, in many languages to sold out houses;
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On the third Saturday of each month, we host 'Bella Notte' Italian Opera night, a four-course gourmet Italian dinner and concert at a local SCV restaurant;
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Laid the groundwork for 'Santa Clarita Children's Theater' to open in Summer 2027;
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Last year we produced our first full-length musical called The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals, which was completely sold out, prompting us to add more shows;
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This year we’ve added two weekends of Twisted, our large-scale musical in June, which concludes our 2025/2026 season and marks our 22nd Mainstage Show that we’ve produced;
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We are a proud founding organization of the Bloomberg Arts Internship grant, starting in Summer 2026, and have overseen almost a dozen interns over the past few years through CalArts, CSUN, and the LA County Arts Internship Program;
And so much more...
Here are a few ways we're making an impact in our community:
Programs & Works
Mission Opera is actively engaged in a variety of programs and artistic initiatives that reflect its dedication to advancing opera and enriching the community through the performing arts. Through the development of live productions, educational outreach, and collaborations with both large and small arts organizations, Mission Opera creates meaningful opportunities for artistic exchange and growth. The company also supports the next generation of artists and arts professionals through internship programs and hands-on opportunities within its education department, fostering practical experience and mentorship. By offering community-centered workshops, performances, and partnerships, Mission Opera continues to expand access to opera, nurture emerging talent, and strengthen its role as a vibrant cultural contributor.
With Your Support
Your support keeps the music alive. With every donation—big or small—you help us bring powerful stories to the stage, nurture emerging artists, and make opera accessible to our entire community. When you give, you’re not just funding a performance; you’re sustaining a living art form that inspires, connects, and uplifts. Whether you choose to donate, volunteer your time, or simply share our mission with others, you become an essential part of what we do. Together, we can ensure that the beauty and passion of opera continue to resonate for generations to come.
