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and presenting new works and a bold commitment to making music accessible to all as a conviction of social justice. An acclaimed actress, she is known for bringing intensity and emotional depth to her physical and vocal portrayal of operatic heroines. Ms. Hippert has recently performed with the Amore Opera Company of New York as “Fiordiligi” in Mozart’s Così fan tutte, “Mimì” in Puccini’s La bohème, "Violetta" in Verdi's La Traviata, “Micaëla” in Bizet’s Carmen, “Donna Anna” in Mozart’s Don Giovanni, and “Rosalinda” in Johann Strauss’ Die Fledermaus. She has also appeared with the New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera (NJAVO) as the “High Priestess” in Verdi’s Aida, The Opera Collective as “Nedda” in Leoncavallo’s I PagliacciI, and the Brooklyn Philharmonia Chorus as “Santuzza” in Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana and “Mother” in Giancarlo Menotti’s Amahl and the Night visitors. Ms. Hippert has also been a resident artist with the Brooklyn Philharmonia Chorus, and soloed in works such as Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb, Brahms’ Zigeunerlieder and Ein Deutches Requiem, Poulenc’s Gloria, Bach’s Magnificat, Handel’s Messiah, and others. Her most recent performances include the role of “Nedda” in Leoncavallo’s I Pagliacci, “Mimì” in Puccini’s La Boheme, and and the title role in Puccini’s Suor Angelica. Ms. Hippert is also a recoding artist, having released two albums with independent label Irreverence Group Music. Both albums, Experimentelle und unbestimmte Lieder, Op. 9 and Profanum: the early sacred songs of Julian De La Chica, can be found on Apple Music and Spotify. Upcoming performances include the role of “Donna Anna” in Mozart’s Don Giovanni with Amore Opera. www.rachelhippert.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8aac0caa9e106289ad8a09/e3644a9a-f25d-4799-9a30-97729e9d10a5/HEADSHOTSMILE.png Our Board - Jose Heredia, Tenor (CTO) José Heredia, a captivating operatic tenor from the Dominican Republic, has enchanted audiences globally with his powerful voice and stage presence. He honed his skills at the Manhattan School of Music and is celebrated for his versatile repertoire, including roles like Rodolfo in “La Bohème,” the Duke of Mantua in “Rigoletto,” and Don José in “Carmen.” Heredia won first prize in the NJAVO International Competition and was a finalist in the Giulio Gari International Vocal Competition. His notable performances include Pinkerton, Canio, Ricardo, Turiddu, Alfredo, Cavaradossi, Radames, Marcello, Nemorino, Edgardo, and King Kaspar. He debuted at Carnegie Zankel Hall in the world premiere of Julián De La Chica’s “Four Short Stories” and has soloed with the West Point Military Academy, Brooklyn Philharmonia Chorus, and Long Island Choral Society. Heredia has toured South Korea, Canada, Puerto Rico, and the US, representing the Dominican Republic at the 1st Caribbean Lyric Festival 2021. In 2023, he debuted in Singapore with The Singapore Lyric Opera in “Cavalleria Rusticana” and “Pagliacci,” and in 2024, he sang the role of “Jesus de Nazaret” in Rafael Grullon’s “El Caminante de Nazaret,” reprising the role in 2026. Mr. Heredia is also an avid photographer, specializing in portraits and street photography, as well as cityscapes and Travel. An advocate for body positivity and size inclusion — particularly in men’s fashion, He also runs a blog called SUITable, in which he shares fashion and lifestyle advice to empower plus size men to take up space and find their unique voice. www.joseheredia.com www.suitablelens.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8aac0caa9e106289ad8a09/1586946167968-ZXBOGTV85MOQ9YJVKRFS/0355b076-eb5f-4263-8732-65c1cc3e4539.jpg Our Board - Alexis Cregger, Soprano (CFO) Alexis Cregger Olinyk, Soprano - From Winchester, MA, now living in New York City, has performed with OperaDelaware, Chelsea Opera, the Blue Hill Troupe, Regina Opera, Opera Manhattan, Annapolis Opera and the Helena Symphony. Praised by Opera News as Donna Anna in Don Giovanni “Alexis Cregger [Olinyk]’s eye-opening Donna Anna sailed through the difficult role with vocal ease and stylistic aplomb, wielding her gleaming soprano like a shining sword of justice”. Recent highlights include Leonora in Il Trovatore, Micaëla in Carmen and the title role in Lucia di Lammermoor with Regina Opera, Amelia in Un Ballo in Maschera with Amore Opera, Donna Anna, Rosalinde in Die Fledermaus, Konstanze in Abduction from the Seraglio, and Hanna Glawari in The Merry Widow with Geneva Light Opera, and Josephine in Utopia Opera’s HMS Pinafore. She returns to Geneva this summer to perform Alice Ford in Falstaff. www.alexiscregger.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8aac0caa9e106289ad8a09/b658d6ff-8250-4c12-809e-838b5a305a59/Sydney_2021_August12_185.jpeg Our Board - Sydney Guthrie, Soprano (CHRO) Sydney Guthrie has a blossoming opera career across the United States. Frequently praised for bringing life and humanity to her characters, she was a 2022 and 2023 semi-finalist in the Premiere Opera Foundation International Competition. Recently, Sydney made her debut with The Opera Collective singing Mimi (La Boheme) at the 2025 Spring Gala. In 2024, she debuted as Mamma Lucia in Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana with Regina Opera and later returned to Regina to deliver a “top notch” (Red Hook Star-Review) performance of Flora in their 2025 production of La Traviata. Previous roles include Angelica in Suor Angelica, Mimi in La Boheme, Countess Almaviva in Le Nozze di Figaro, Donna Elvira in Don Giovanni, and Gertrude in Hansel and Gretel. Earlier in her career, Sydney was a recurring member of the Tulsa Opera Chorus and sang often with Chelsea Opera. Sydney has performed in previous salons with Salon Avec Moi and Salon Nights and is trained in the Meisner technique with Meisner in Music. You can see Sydney next leading the cast and reprising the titular role in The Opera Collective’s production of Suor Angelica this June. www.sydneykguthrie.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e8aac0caa9e106289ad8a09/8b9f62b8-b95a-42fa-9690-9b52db686a5f/AnnaV7.2.jpg Our Board - Anna Viemeister, Mezzo-Soprano (CAO) Anna Viemeister is a Dramatic Mezzo Soprano living and performing in New York City. Her passion for performance is equaled by her passion for outreach. Opera is an incredible artform with a rich tapestry of history and pathos that she desires to share and preserve for the masses. Along side her performer’s journey Anna has assisted in creating opportunities to make opera accessible to more and more demographics in the city as well as in rural areas in Oregon. Anna works with The Opera Collective finding new ways to make opera accessible to everyone with free performances on the subways and a number of professional concert series within the five boroughs. 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His theatrical training was shaped in his early years by director Tito Capobianco. 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