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Retiring from Staged Opera & AI with Andrew Potter

2026-09-2501:01:00

Following his open letter, Andrew Potter speaks with David and Francisc about his decision to leave staged opera and the impact it has made on the industry. He also speaks about AI and why he believes it can be a useful tool. Read the full letter: https://operawire.com/editorial-why-im-retiring-from-staged-opera-at-43/

The Future Opera, AI & Managing an Opera Company with David Lomelí

2026-09-1157:25

David Lomelí Speaks with David and Franciscoabout managing the Dallas Opera, the future opera and how can the opera industry use AI.

Denyce Graves on Developing the New Generation, Carmen & Saying Goodbye to the Stage

2026-08-2446:03

Denyce Graves Joins David and Francisco Salazar to discuss The Denyce Grave Foundation and its roots. She also delves into her experience as a director and what it meant to retire from the stage.

Highlights from the 2025-26 Season

2026-07-3135:48

David and Francisco Salazar speak about the highlights of the 2025-26 season and what their favorite performances were.

Parenting in Opera with Dr. Rachel Copeland & Scott Skiba

2026-07-1045:43

What is it like to raise a child in the opera industry while traveling around the world? Dr. Rachel Copeland & Scott Skiba join Francisco Salazar and Afton Markay for a discussion about the ins and outs of having a family while directing and singing opera.

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