About Us
San Francisco Opera
We have been thrilling audiences in San Francisco since 1923. We are known for commissioning numerous world premieres, training some of opera's greatest young artists, and creating innovative programs and events to inspire a new generation of opera goers.
Work With Us
Professional Artist Training
The Opera Center
San Francisco Opera Center is dedicated to nurturing opera's most promising young artists. Since 1982, the Opera Center has welcomed the finest young artists from around the world into its celebrated programs.
Merola Opera Program
Experience the future of opera. Recognized as one of the world’s foremost young artist programs, the Merola Opera Program trains tomorrow’s opera superstars and presents the annual Merola Summer Festival.
Our Locations
War Memorial Opera House
A gem in San Francisco’s architectural crown, the 3,146-seat War Memorial Opera House is a California Historical Landmark. The building has been the home of San Francisco Opera since it opened on October 15, 1932 with a performance of Giacomo Puccini’s Tosca.
Diane B. Wilsey Center for Opera
Located on the 4th floor of the Veterans Building and featuring the 299-seat Dianne and Tad Taube Atrium Theater, the John M. Bryan Education Studio for student, family and adult programs and the Edward Paul Braby San Francisco Opera Archives.
Opera Guild
Get Involved
BRAVO! Club
Young professionals club for opera lovers. Meet new people, get insider scoop and save big on some of the best seats in the house.
Subscriber Advantage
Subscribers pay the lowest price for the best seats and enjoy no-fee exchanges.
BRAVO! Orpheus
Orpheus is a dynamic community of young donors who share a passion for opera and a belief in its future.
