Portland SummerFest's Opera in the Park presents annual free operatic performances at the beautiful outdoor Washington Park Amphitheater in southwest Portland. The performance at Washington Park has been presented since 2003 as part of Portland Parks and Recreation's annual Washington Park Summer Festival.
Audiences of all ages and backgrounds come to Washington Park to enjoy this unique contribution to the cultural life of Portland. Presented in concert format with full orchestra and lively narration, these concerts have introduced thousands of Portlanders to the world of opera and been avidly attended by a growing number of loyal fans.
Leadership
Board of Directors
Jocelyn Bates O'Brien, President
Margaret Wallis, Treasurer
Mary Alice Helikson, Secretary
Tom Bard
Catherine Bell
Sharon Buckmaster
Anna Jablonski
Darlyn Jablonski
Lindsey Johnson
Artistic Direction
Dr. Keith Clark, Artistic Director
Ashley Clark, Artistic Administrator
Advisory Board
Ingrid Arnett
Steve Bachelder
Ruth Dobson
Kris Kern
Scott Wyse
Soprano Angela Meade, world-renowned soprano & Opera in the Park soloist | The Beauty & Joy of Opera
Produced by Takafumi Uehara, Amazing Visions
Jocelyn Bates O’Brien, President, Portland SummerFest | Memories of Summers Past
Produced by Takafumi Uehara, Amazing Visions
The Magical Experience of Opera in the Park, as shared by an amazing patron
Produced by Takafumi Uehara, Amazing Visions
Every great performance deserves an encore!
A beautiful visualization of “Casta diva” from Bellini’s Norma.
Soprano Angela Meade, world-renowned soprano & Opera in the Park soloist |Produced by Takafumi Uehara, Amazing Visions - Winner 2021 Telly Award!
Your support helps bring world-class opera to Portland every year free-of-charge.
Please help keep this wonderful Portland tradition alive by supporting us on a level that's right for you.