About AO
Our Mission
Anchorage Opera is a center of artistic creation, innovation and education through the presentation of opera and related events encouraging public collaboration and community engagement for the people of the State of Alaska.
Our Vision
Enrich. Inspire. Educate. Collaborate. Build community…one note at a time.
Our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Statement
The Anchorage Opera Company (AO) believes that we have an obligation to be reflective of our community, and that everyone gains from diversity, equity and inclusion. One third of our yearly programming has traditionally been dedicated to new works that bring new voices and stories to our stage… Read More
Our History
Officially formed in 1962, Anchorage Opera (AO) is the largest producer of the performing arts in Alaska and one of America’s leading regional opera companies. AO was selected by the National Endowment for the Arts as one of the six most promising opera companies in the United States. As a company that prides itself on rich culture and local talent, AO has adopted the well-fitting motto, “made in Alaska.”… Read More
Anchorage Opera acknowledges that we gather and are performing on the traditional lands of the Dena’ina Athabascans.
For thousands of years the Dena’ina have been and continue to be the stewards of this land.
It is with gratefulness and respect that we recognize the contributions, innovations, and contemporary perspectives of the upper Cook Inlet Dena’ina.