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Since its founding in 1976, Boston Lyric Opera (BLO) has led the way locally and regionally in celebrating the art of the voice, through innovative programming and community engagement initiatives that redefine the opera-going experience. In its 44 years, which makes it the largest and longest-lived opera company in New England, BLO has staged world premieres, U.S. premieres, co-productions and co-commissions of note with artists and organizations around the world. Under the leadership of Stanford Calderwood General & Artistic Director Esther Nelson, who recently celebrated a decade with the company, BLO has served more than 25,000 people each year, and employed more than 300 artists and other professionals. Engaging the twin strengths of nimbleness and creativity it gained in the last five years by creating unique opera experiences in both traditional and found spaces, BLO has pivoted smoothly to the digital realm during the coronavirus pandemic and continues to innovate in the industry. For more information, visit www.blo.org.
