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Soula Parassidis and tenor Norman Reinhardt lead the Living Opera Foundation to support the dreams and careers of other artists worldwide. Follow the journey and support our work!

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Dr. Christos Makridis, Soula Parassidis, Prof. Norman Reinhardt

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Co-founder

Dr. Christos Makridis

Dr. Christos Makridis is a professor, entrepreneur, and social scientist with over 100 peer reviewed academic papers and 150 op-eds in the popular press. He leads the research agenda for Living Opera.

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Co-founder

Soula Parassidis

Greek-Canadian operatic soprano Soula Parassidis has appeared on stage in the world's major performance venues and a co-founder of The Living Opera Foundation.

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Co-founder

Prof. Norman Reinhardt

American operatic tenor Norman Reinhardt has sung over 120 roles on the international opera stage. He is co-founder of The Living Opera Foundation.

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Creative Consultants

Biangle Studio

Denmark-based Biangle Studios is a creative design studio that partners with Living Opera on web design and brand development in our non-profit and music production work.

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Partnerships

Bridget Bray

Bridget Bray has extensive experience collaborating with non-profit and cultural organizations. In addition to her work in cultural programming, Bridget is also a visual artist.

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Our work

Albums

All is Bright!

Living Opera’s Christmas classical crossover album was recorded in Italy, uniting opera’s grandeur with the heart of holiday song. It invites listeners into a radiant space of warmth, beauty, and the spirit of the season.

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Podcasts

Podcast: Behind the Curtain

Behind the Curtain takes you on a journey behind the scenes in the performing arts. Learn what happens before anyone steps foot on stage.

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Albums

Radio Days: The Golden Age of American Song

In 2026, as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, Radio Days will honor the music that once defined a generation. Inspired by the golden age of radio, the project bridges past and present by reviving beloved standards from the 1920s through the 1950s.

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Our history

January 2019

Soula and Norman start Living Opera.

April 2020

Soula and Norman formalize Living Opera at the onset of the pandemic

January 2021

Christos Makridis joins the team and helps with research and business development

March 2021

Global masterclasses launch online with over 20 countries represented

March 2022

Living Opera Global Survey for the wellbeing of artists is launched

June 2026

Living Opera launches Living Opera Music

The Living Opera Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of other artists through rigorous arts research and professional vocal masterclasses that help artists build their technique and professional network.

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