Founded in 1980, Abilene Opera Association set out with two goals in mind: 1) to promote opera appreciation in West Texas by locally producing professional caliber grand opera, and 2) to foster local talent utilizing our professional means.

For 26 years we're proud to say we've done just that. Playing to packed houses every summer, local singers, musicians, and production crew have worked hand in hand with the likes of professionally noted artists Faith Esham, Mary Jane Johnson, Drew Slatton, Patricia Stevens, and William Parcher. Abilenian Neil Wilson, has lit up stages worldwide, has been able to return to our venue and perform for his hometown fans. Rising West Texas talents have had the good fortune of working under the auspices of such conductors as Ransom Wilson from Connecticut, Denis Segond from France, and such directors as Ron Luchsinger of Opera North from New Hampshire.