WHAT IS ARIA412?
Aria412 is a premiere Pittsburgh institution for supporting local artists performing a variety of opera, art house, musical theater and popular tunes in a warm, bright, family, friendly environment.
No dim lights and hushed audiences for us - we bring opera Pittsburgh style with a range of music that's sure to delight you, whether you prefer opera, art music, musical theater
...with a little pop-music thrown in for good measure.
JOIN US FOR OUR FALL/WINTER SHOWS!
All events 7:00 P.M.
Hop Farm Brewing 5601 Butler Street
September 3 - The Aria412 Concert Network Presents: Who are the People in Your Neighborhood
October 1 - Prima Donna of the Dead
November 12 - The Stuffing Dreams are Made Of
December 3 - Sugar Rush
Join us for song and beverage!
THOMAS THE RHYMER
October 18 & 19 at 7:30 P.M.
First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood
120 E. Swissvale Avenue
"Thomas the Rhymer" is a captivating new opera adapted from the legendary Scottish ballad. Thomas is a medieval multimedia man, famous as a historical figure, a legendary poet with prophetic powers, a seducer who becomes seduced, a liar who through magic is forced to forever tell the truth, and a mythological character in a story that takes him to Fairyland and back.
Journey with Thomas as he is entrapped by the Queen of Fairyland and taken along tormented paths, through spiritual crossroads and a lake of blood, to Fairyland. He is bound by an oath of silence and ultimately bestowed with the blessing and the curse of prophecy and the inability to tell a lie in a world that does not want the truth.
Set to Matthew Gillespie's riveting music, "Thomas the Rhymer" features an original score that blends traditional medieval music with contemporary orchestration. The powerful performances of our talented cast promise to transport audiences to an otherworldly land of peril.
Experience a story that has enthralled audiences for centuries, updated and reimagined for a modern stage. "Thomas the Rhymer" is an unforgettable journey composed, written and performed by Pittsburgh artists – honoring the strong Scottish roots of our region and deep Pennsylvania traditions of ghost stories and supernatural tales.
EXCITING NEWS!
Aria412 featured in Pittsburgh CityPaper!
Read the Article HERE!
Hear Louise, Matt, Kip and Desiree discuss Aria412 on KDKA's Talk Pittsburgh HERE!
OnStage review of
I Hear America Singing Pittsburgh HERE!
Hear Co-founder Desiree Soteres and Board Chair Millie Myers discuss I Hear America Singing on WQED's Voice of the Arts. HERE!
INTERESTED IN SINGING WITH ARIA412?
Aria412 conducts auditions for our monthly concerts on an ongoing basis and hosts in-person auditions in December. Throughout the year, we welcome video submissions for potential inclusion on our roster.
To be considered for a position on our roster, please forward your resume, a photograph, and a video recording to aria412pgh@gmail.com. Each submission receives thorough consideration and based upon our current roster needs, we will reach out to you if we are able to extend an audition opportunity.