At Opera Naples not only did I add two new roles to my repertoire working with one of the best conductors in our business, but I had so many opportunities to try new repertoire in coaching and in concert. I also enjoyed meaningful opportunities engaging with the community and all while enjoying south Florida in the winter! My time at Opera Naples was formative and fun.
Megan Moore
Mezzo Soprano
Program Dates
January 19 – March 15, 2026
Location
Naples, Florida U.S.A
Productions and Roles
Scalia/Ginsburg by Derrick Wang
February 21 and 22, 2026 at The Wang Opera Center. Performed in English.
- Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, mezzo soprano and soprano (double cast)
- Justice Antonin Scalia, tenor
- The Commentator, bass-baritone
L'elisir d'amore by Gaetano Donizetti
March 12 and 14, 2026 in Baker Park. Performed in Italian with orchestra, conducted by Ramón Tebar.
- Gianetta, soprano
- Chorus, mezzo-soprano, tenor, and bass-baritone
Turandot by Giacomo Puccini
March 11 and 13, 2026 in Baker Park. Performed in Italian with orchestra, conducted by Ramón Tebar.
- Pang, tenor
- Ping, baritone
- Chorus, soprano and mezzo-soprano
Mahler's Fourth Symphony
March 1, 2026 with the Florida Philharmonic
- Soprano soloist
In addition to performing in the mainstage productions, the Resident Artists will be the featured soloists on three concerts with piano: An Evening of Opera’s Greatest Hits, Voices of Triumph and Stars and Standards: An American Songbook Celebration. The Artists will also perform a mini opera for a school engagement tour and perform standard operatic repertoire in community concerts. Artists will receive regular coaching on production roles and standard repertoire.
Who are the Resident Artists?
Resident Artists are emerging professionals who participate in an artistically challenging residency program with Opera Naples. They receive training and perform in mainstage productions, in-school programs and community outreach concerts and events.
In the 2025-26 season, Opera Naples will engage 4 Resident Artists – a soprano, mezzo-soprano, tenor and baritone.
How are Resident Artists compensated?
Artists will receive $4,000 over the course of the residency divided into biweekly stipends of $1,000. Opera Naples will provide local housing and a travel stipend.
Local transportation is NOT provided. Naples has limited public transportation, and housing is not within walking distance to the opera center, so it is necessary for Resident Artists to have their own vehicles.
Application Process
The Resident Artist Program is supported by a grant from the Florida Theatrical Association.
Thank you!