OPERA America’s annual Opera Conference is the world’s most influential gathering of opera producers.

Hosted by one of our Professional Company Members, hundreds of stakeholders convene in a different location each spring for discussions, networking, and performances that move opera forward.

Conference Experience

When you attend the Opera Conference, you join colleagues, peers, and associates from across North America with a shared dedication to advancing the art form and industry.

• Gain insights from inside and outside the field at inspiring plenary sessions.
• Learn practical tips in breakout sessions to expand your on-the-job skill sets.
• Reconnect with colleagues and expand your professional network to advance your career.
• Enjoy performances of new and traditional works produced by the conference’s host company.

Sponsors and Exhibitors

We invite businesses, civic institutions, arts organizations, universities, and foundations to join as partners in presenting the annual conference. By sponsoring conference activities or hosting a table in the communal exhibit hall, you can enhance your experience with:

• Access: Take advantage of networking opportunities with over 650 opera professionals and decision-makers.
• Promotion: Receive customized recognition packages to showcase your brand and connect with attendees.
• Appreciation: Earn admiration from the field by contributing to the sector’s most valuable annual convening.

The 2027 Sponsorship & Exhibitor Prospectuses will be available in Winter 2026.

Sponsors and in-person Exhibitors can contact Jenny Fornoff at JFornoff@operaamerica.org. Exhibition Catalog advertisers can contact Alasdair Payten at APayten@operaamerica.org.

For general questions about Opera Conference, please contact Conference@operaamerica.org for more information.