UIA Talent Agency

12/02/2025

Tonight, the curtain rises on Porgy and Bess at The Metropolitan Opera and we are honored to see so many incredible UIA artists shaping this iconic production.

✨ Brittany Renee steps into the spotlight as Bess, bringing her unmistakable artistry and depth to one of opera’s most electrifying roles.
✨ Errin Duane Brooks commands the stage as Mingo.
✨ Chauncey Packer appears as Robbins/Crab Man and also covers Sportin’ Life, showcasing his remarkable versatility.
✨ Adrienne Danrich makes her Metropolitan Opera debut as Lily and covers Serena — a milestone moment and a triumph we celebrate with immense pride.
✨ Norman Shankle returns to the Met as Peter, offering his signature warmth and vocal brilliance.
✨ Behind the scenes, Kimille Howard lends her vision and leadership as Assistant Director, shaping the production’s storytelling from within.

This unforgettable cast and creative team carry forward the legacy of one of America’s most cherished operas.💙🎭

11/21/2025

✨ A Standing Ovation for Luretta Bybee ✨

Join us in applauding Luretta Bybee , recognized with an International Opera Award as part of the cast of Sunday in the Park with George at Glimmerglass Opera .

This honor highlights the artistry, dedication, and collaborative excellence that Luretta brings to every stage she graces. The entire cast and creative team delivered a production that beautifully bridged musical theatre and opera, offering audiences a vivid and moving experience. 🌟

Moments like this remind us just how vibrant and expansive the operatic landscape can be—opera continues to evolve, innovate, and thrive.

11/21/2025

We’re proud to celebrate our client Greer Grimsley , who has earned his second GRAMMY® nomination, recognized as part of the cast of Jeanine Tesori’s groundbreaking opera Grounded at the Metropolitan Opera .

This work continues to redefine what contemporary opera can hold—bold storytelling, musical innovation, and artists at the height of their craft. Congratulations to Greer and the entire company behind this extraordinary achievement!

More to come. 🌟

11/19/2025

We are proud to celebrate our client Jocelyn Kuritsky and the entire team of A Simple Herstory on their Anthem Award win!

This groundbreaking project continues to push the boundaries of storytelling, history, and imagination, and Jocelyn’s vision, artistry, and leadership are at the heart of its impact. Representing an artist who is redefining how stories of powerful women are told and heard is an honor for us.

Congratulations to Jocelyn and everyone involved in A Simple Herstory. This recognition is so well deserved. 💙✨

11/18/2025

✨ Supporting our artists onstage, backstage, and everywhere in between. ✨

What a joy it’s been cheering on our incredible clients last week!

From Houston Grand Opera , where we caught two fantastic productions — Porgy & Bess and Il Trittico — to connecting with artists across companies, we’re always proud to show up for the singers, conductors, and creators who bring operatic storytelling to life.

🎭 Porgy & Bess
Our client Edward Graves was spectacular.
We were also thrilled to support Michelle Rofrano , who assistant-conducted both Porgy & Bess and Il Trittico.

🎭 Il Trittico
Caught more brilliance from our clients Andrea Silvestrelli and Emily Treigle .

🌟 Client Connection Moments
• Loved connecting with Andrew Potter (selfie moment unlocked!) we grabbed coffee in Dallas where he triumphed in Dialogues of the Carmelites at Dallas Opera .

At UIA , celebrating our clients in rehearsal rooms, on major stages, or over a quick coffee is at the heart of what we do. Their artistry inspires us every single day. 💙

11/11/2025

Celebrating our own Bernard Holcomb as Bess in Heartbeat Opera’s drag extravaganza O**y and Bess, which wrapped to roaring ovations Saturday night. Bernard brought fire, finesse, and fearless glamour to the role, honoring tradition while serving something gloriously new. Brava, Bess. Bravo, Bernard. And bravi to the entire creative team for a boundary-pushing triumph. More stages, more sparkle, more story. 💫

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11/09/2025

✨ Congratulations to our client Francesca Nong , who celebrated opening night last night in Wishing to Grow Up Brightly at Theatre Horizon !

Francesca is part of the talented ensemble bringing this heartfelt new production to life, and we’re so proud to see her shine. 🌟

11/07/2025

🎭✨ Congratulations to our client Dan Hoy !

Dan is featured in the industry presentations of Gravity: A Newtonian Musical, which took place last night and continue tonight at Pearl Studios in Manhattan.

With a book by Jessia Hoffman, music by Joel Chapman & Matt Herrero, lyrics by Weston Ga***rd, and direction by Ken Savage — this inventive new musical follows a young physicist who travels back in time and meets Isaac Newton himself.

We’re so proud of Dan and the entire creative team bringing this exciting new work to life!

11/07/2025

🎶 New Release Alert!

We’re thrilled to share that Gautier Capuçon’s new album is out today on Warner Classics — featuring “Life in Sunshine” by our incredible client, composer Jasmine Arielle Barnes ☀️✨

This inspiring work shines alongside performances by one of the world’s most celebrated cellists.

Stream Life in Sunshine and the full album everywhere music is available. 🌍🎧

10/25/2025

At UIA Talent Agency , we’re proud to celebrate the visionaries shaping opera’s future — not just preserving its legacy.

Our clients are at the helm of companies redefining what opera can be — expanding its reach, championing new voices, and crafting experiences that speak to today’s audiences.

✨ Leading the Way:

Larry Edelson — General Director, Chicago Opera Theater | Founder & Artistic/General Director, American Lyric Theater

Brian Staufenbiel — Creative Director, Opera Parallèle

Christian De Gré Cárdenas — Executive Director, Heartbeat Opera

Adam Turner — Artistic Director & Chief Conductor, Virginia Opera

Neil Goren — Founder & Artistic Director, Catapult Opera

Andrew Bisantz — Artistic Director & Conductor, Eugene Opera

Joseph Colaneri — Music Director, Glimmerglass Opera

Together, these artists are shaping an art form that continues to live, breathe, and evolve. Opera is a LIVING art form 🙌.

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10/25/2025

🎭✨ Happy World Opera Day 2025!

At UIA Talent Agency , we believe opera isn’t just history — it’s happening now.
From bold premieres to boundary-breaking collaborations, our composers and librettists are redefining what this art form can be.

🎼 Opera as a LIVING art form means creation, experimentation, and evolution — and these incredible artists are leading the way:

🌟 Ricky Ian Gordon — This House (Opera Theatre of Saint Louis , May/June 2025)
🌟 Jasmine Arielle Barnes / Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton — She Who Dared (Chicago Opera Theater & American Lyric Theater , June 2025)
🌟 B.E. Boykin / Jarrod Lee — Two Corners (Finger Lakes Opera , June 2025)
🌟 Jarrod Lee — Hello Star (Opera Parallèle , October 2025)
🌟 Hector Armienta .armienta — The Farolitos of Christmas (Opera Southwest , December 2025)
🌟 B.E. Boykin — My Name is Florence (Minnesota Opera , Jan/Feb 2026)
🌟 Kamala Sankaram — Complications in Sue (Opera Philadelphia , February 2026)

🎶 In Development & Workshops:
🎵 Jake Landau — Aeterna (Off-Brand Opera / Opera America )
🎵 Kamala Sankaram — The Many Deaths of Laila Starr (Minnesota Opera, Sept ‘25 & May ‘26)
🎵 Christian De Gré Cárdenas — The Alchemists (Maryland Opera , Feb ‘26)
🎵 Kamala Sankaram, Kathleen Kelly & Michael Kelly — House of Yes (Mannes / Wolf Trap , Feb–Mar 2026)
🎵 Johanny Navarro — Working for the Macbeths (University of Michigan , Apr 2026)

Opera’s heartbeat is strong — and it’s beating right here. ❤️

10/24/2025

Brava 👑 Rainelle Krause 👑

The strength of this Magic Flute lies in how strongly it connects with the audience both textually and visually.