Movement Amplifying Music
Akhnaten
Philip Glass
Long Beach Opera
Dance integrated with Frieder Weiss’s groundbreaking visual design
Ainadamar
Long Beach Opera
Dancers took flight — physically and emotionally — through aerial choreography
Maria de Buenos Aires
Long Beach Opera
Tango meets political resistance — passion and darkness entwined
Since 2010, Nannette Brodie Dance Theatre has been an integral creative force in the world of contemporary opera — collaborating with visionary directors, acclaimed composers, and extraordinary vocalists to expand what is possible on the operatic stage. Through movement, we transform story into presence and music into living imagery.
Opera Projects
Camelia la Texana
Long Beach Opera
A powerful portrayal of migration, mythology, and cross-border tension
Paper Nautilus
Long Beach Opera @ Aquarium of the Pacific
Dancers became the ocean — lifting singers like waves and descending from silks
Pacific Visions Gala Opening
Aquarium of the Pacific
Modern opera brought directly into the public cultural space
These projects have deepened our belief that dance and opera, in true collaboration, can create storytelling that is immersive, daring, and unforgettable. We look forward to continuing our exploration of contemporary opera with new voices and bold theatrical visions.
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