As Atlantic Canada’s only professional opera company, we focus on creating work from diverse artists and communities that resonate with today’s audiences. OOTA is redefining the concept of traditional opera with a commitment to commissioning new live and digital works, producing contemporary pieces, and reimagining opera for the 21st Century. Opera on the Avalon was founded in 2009 as a response to the complex history of male dominance in our art form. As a women-led organization, OOTA believes in diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible art. We are a disruptor of tradition, with a fierce commitment to experimentation, innovation, and artistic risk-taking. We are cultural instigators who are founded on an artist-centred approach. As we evolve, we will continue to focus on providing opportunities for Emerging Artists, showcasing dynamic artists in the field, and creating partnerships with the community around us.