Sarah Caldwell

Opera director and impresario

Sarah Caldwell - Opera director and impresario
Born

March 6th, 1924
101 years ago

Died

2006
19 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An influential opera director and impresario, this individual founded the Boston Opera Company. Significant contributions to the field included directing productions at the Metropolitan Opera and working on numerous contemporary operas. A prominent figure in American opera, celebrated for a unique vision that combined traditional works with innovative interpretations, shaping the landscape of opera in the United States.

Founded the Boston Opera Company

Directed productions at the Metropolitan Opera

Premiered several contemporary operas

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