Dominic Martin Reyes is a Filipino tenor based in the Chicago area. They are a recent graduate from DePaul University, earning their Bachelor of Music in Music Composition studying with Dr. Christopher Jones and Dr. Osnat Netzer, primarily focusing on the 21st century classical contemporary genre. They also studied voice with … Read more
Sierra Shoemaker is a lyric soprano from Monroe, Louisiana, with an immense passion for the arts. She graduated from Louisiana State University, earning a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. During her time at Louisiana State University, Sierra studied with Sandra Moon and performed in multiple opera and opera scenes … Read more
Tenor Aldo Alan started his journey in music at the age of 21. He discovered his talent through a voice class for beginners where he found his passion for classical singing and Broadway. In 2021, he received his Bachelor of Arts in music studies at the University of California Santa Barbara. In 2023, he graduated … Read more
Tenor Jerek Fernández, from San Juan, Puerto Rico, recently completed a two-year residency (2023-2025) as a Baumgartner Studio Artist with The Florentine Opera. During this time, he performed as Remendado in Carmen, Damon in Acis and Galatea, and Guglielmo in Viva la mamma, while also covering Goro in Madama Butterfly. In the 2023-2024 season, he … Read more
Andrew is a working actor and comedian in Chicago. This is his first time to be allowed to assistant direct a production, and is grateful to Sasha and the entire creative team for their work and care.
Rachel Rock (she/her) – Stage Manager Recent credits include: Stage Manager for Music Theatre Works, Guys and Dolls; Stage Manager for IU Jacobs School of Music’s Pop-Up Opera; Stage Management Intern for Cirque du Soleil’s KÀ, and Stage Manager; USITT Seattle 2024 “Celebration of Life” under the Stage Management Mentorship Program. Originally from West Virginia, Rachel earned her BFA in … Read more
Andres Fiz is a Chicago-based projection designer. They are delighted to be returning to the Chicago Opera Festival, having designed projections for Il prigioniero last year. Other credits include Orfeo ed Euridice (DePaul Opera Theatre), Wipeout (Rivendell Theatre Ensemble), Les Misérables (TUTS, Houston) and Danceworks – Signal::Transfer (Northwestern University). Their associate projection design credits include … Read more
Brooke Craig is a dedicated young artist currently studying voice at DePaul University under Viktoria Vizin. She has performed extensively with DePaul Opera Theater, singing in the choruses of Così fan tutte, Street Scene, and Orfeo ed Euridice. Additionally, Brooke portrayed Maestra delle novizie in Puccini’s Suor Angelica, showcasing her ability to bring depth to … Read more
Katrina Dubbs has performed with several ensembles in Chicago, including Grant Park Music Festival and Music of the Baroque. This is her second season performing with Opera Festival of Chicago. In addition to her singing engagements, Katrina teaches with Music of the Baroque’s Strong Voices program. Before moving to Chicago, Katrina enjoyed singing in Los … Read more
Grace Reynolds is a Chicago-based props designer and actor who is so excited to make her debut with Opera Festival of Chicago! Most recently, she has worked with DePaul Opera Theatre as props designer for Suor Angelica/Gianni Schicchi, and with The National Theatre for Children as a tour actor. A 2023 graduate of Viterbo University, … Read more