Art City Opera

### Context Profile for Art City Opera

1. **Organization Mission & Cause:**
   - **Mission:** Art City Opera is dedicated to fostering the well-being of artists and producing high-quality operatic performances using local talent. Their goal is to create a vibrant and beautiful Philadelphia through the arts.
   - **Cause:** They aim to enhance the cultural landscape of Philadelphia by providing opportunities for local artists and engaging the community through operatic performances.

2. **Type of Activities:**
   - **Productions:** The organization focuses on staging operatic performances, such as their recent campaign for "Suor Angelica."
   - **Fundraising Campaigns:** They actively run fundraising campaigns to support their productions, ensuring that funds go directly to artists and production staff.
   - **Community Engagement:** Encouraging community involvement through attendance at performances and sharing their mission with others.

3. **Tone of Voice:**
   - **Casual and Friendly:** The language used on the website and in campaign materials is approachable and warm, inviting community participation.
   - **Inspiring and Uplifting:** The tone conveys enthusiasm and a sense of collective effort, aiming to inspire support for the arts.
   - **Urgent and Encouraging:** Phrases like “Every dollar counts!” emphasize the importance of contributions and community support.

4. **Emoji Usage:**
   - **Frequent Use of Emojis:** The organization incorporates emojis regularly in their communications, particularly in fundraising campaigns. Examples include 🎉 (celebration), 🌟 (star), 📢 (announcement), and 👥 (community).
   - **Purpose:** Emojis are used to create a lively and engaging tone, making the content more relatable and visually appealing.

5. **Key Facts:**
   - **Founding Info:** Specific founding information is not detailed on the website, but the organization operates within the Philadelphia arts scene.
   - **Scale:** Currently, there are three total forms for engagement, indicating a small but focused operational scale.
   - **Impact Metrics:** While specific metrics are not provided, the emphasis on local talent and community involvement suggests a strong impact on the local arts community.
   - **Volunteer Info:** No specific volunteer information is available on the website, but community engagement is encouraged.

6. **Writing Guidelines:**
   - **Style:** Maintain a friendly, casual tone that invites participation and support. Use inclusive language that fosters a sense of community.
   - **Engagement:** Use direct calls to action, such as “Join us!” or “Support local artists!” to encourage involvement.
   - **Visuals:** Incorporate emojis to enhance engagement and convey emotions effectively.
   - **Clarity:** Ensure that messages are clear and concise, focusing on the impact of contributions and the importance of community support.

This context profile provides a comprehensive understanding of Art City Opera, enabling AI assistants to create tailored and effective content that resonates with their audience and aligns with the organization's mission and values.

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Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for registering for our event and supporting our cause. Your registration greatly helps our mission. 🚀 If you would like to contribute further, contact us to become a volunteer, or talk to your friends about our cause! Rebecca Sacksrebecca@artcityopera.org

In Suor Angelica, a young woman, Angelica, was sent to a convent after the birth of her illegitimate child. For seven years, she longed for news of her son, until her cruel aunt, the Principessa, visits to make her sign away her inheritance.  Join us for Puccini's beautiful music and heart-rending drama.  MEET THE CAST <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1761257586/wysiwyg/bpxpjw5kimwi2dnrv0ec.jpg" style="width:152px;display:inline-block;vertical-align:bottom;margin:5px 15px 5px 0px;text-align:left;float:left;position:relative;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit;border-radius:10px;max-width:100%" />Suor Angelica - Ryan ColbertSoprano and director Ryan Colbert has been praised for “rendering text with a touching tenderness” (Berkshire Fine Arts) and making "a feast of quirky dramatic contrasts...while smoothing it with a velvety vocal line” (ArtsKnoxville).  Recent credits include Rosalinde (Die Fledermaus) with Opera Magnifico and Concert Operetta Theatre, the title role in Suor Angelica with Art City Opera, Sappho in the world premiere of Patricia Wallinga’s “The Sisters” and Witch (Hansel and Gretel) with Liberty City Arts. As a director, Colbert has been noted for “adding a quirky, idiosyncratic flavor.” Previous directing credits include The Philadelphia Premiere of Melissa Dunphy’s “Alice Tierney,” Hansel and Gretel, Peter Hilliard’s “The Filthy Habit,” Rossa Crean’s “The Times are Nightfall,” and Barber’s “A Hand of Bridge,” She currently serves as Associate Executive Artistic Director of Marble City Opera, Artistic Director of Delaware Valley Opera Company and Co-manager of Opera on Tap's Philadelphia chapter. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1761258725/wysiwyg/vies5es8jxgqjdqa8s3q.jpg" style="width:121px;display:inline-block;vertical-align:bottom;margin:5px 15px 5px 0px;text-align:left;float:left;position:relative;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit;border-radius:10px;max-width:100%" />La Zia Principessa - Rebecca Sacks<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><section>Mezzo-soprano Rebecca Sacks is known for her dynamic stage presence, smart musicality, and stylistic versatility. With a voice described as “powerful” and “extraordinary” (Operawire), she has recently been heard as Dame Carruthers in Young Victorian Theatre Company’s 2025 production of The Yeomen of the Guard and in her role and company debuts as Mrs. Anderssen with St. Pete Opera’s production of A Little Night Music. Other roles include Santuzza (Cavalleria Rusticana), Fricka (Das Rheingold), Komponist (Ariadne auf Naxos), Queen Alkmene (Die Liebe der Danae), Donna Elvira (Don Giovanni), Baba (The Medium), and Grimgerde (Die Walküre). A champion of new music, in 2025, Ms. Sacks created the role of Elizabeth Barrett-Browning in Patricia Wallinga’s The Sisters with Liberty City Arts and joined City Lyric Opera for the New York premiere of Amy Beth Kirsten’s Savior. She has also premiered works with the Oregon Composers’ Forum, the Tai Hei Ensemble, and both the University of Oregon and Stanford University composition departments.  She holds degrees from Stanford University and the University of Georgia and has received awards from the American Prize in Opera, the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, the Orpheus Competition, Opera Connecticut, and NATSAA. Rebecca currently resides in Philadelphia with her partner and her beloved cat. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1761258995/wysiwyg/xos75mwpcocvifa2svu2.jpg" style="width:123px;display:inline-block;vertical-align:bottom;margin:5px 0px;text-align:left;float:left;position:relative;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit;border-radius:10px;max-width:100%" /> Suor Genovieffa - Greta GroothuisMichigan native and coloratura soprano Greta Groothuis received her Bachelors in Vocal Performance from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music and her Masters in the same field from the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre &amp; Dance. Throughout her educational and professional career, Greta has obtained a repertoire that spans from the baroque era to the 21st century. Roles she has performed include ‘Belinda’ (Cover) in Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas, ‘Amore’ in Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice, ‘Queen of the Night’ in Mozart’s The Magic Flute, ‘La Fée’ in Jules Massanet’s Cendrillon, ‘Titania’ in Benjamin Britten’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, ‘Amelia Havisham’ in Dominick Argento’s Miss Havisham’s Wedding Night, and Margot in Jake Runestad’s Daughters of the Bloody Duke. Greta most recently performed with Philadelphia’s Opera on Tap as the seductive ‘Alice 1’ in Melissa Dunphy’s Alice Tierney. Along with operatic repertoire, Greta enjoys delving into the comedic nuances of light opera. She is a member of the Savoy Gilibert and Sullivan Co. and has performed with the company as ‘Julia’ in The Grand Duke and ‘Pitti Sing’ in their 2025 production of The Mikado.        Performing as Sour Genovieffa has been a desire of Greta’s since she was 18 years old when she sang in the chorus of Sour Angelica with the Oberlin in Italy program. She is grateful to Art City Opera for granting her the chance to fulfill that desire. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1761259189/wysiwyg/tgribfpo0ejqgxaddf0i.jpg" style="width:133px;display:inline-block;vertical-align:bottom;margin:5px 0px;text-align:left;float:left;position:relative;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit;border-radius:10px;max-width:100%" /> La Zelatrice - Isabelle ZeledónNicaraguan-American soprano Isabelle Zeledón seeks to forge cross-cultural connections through music. An advocate of new music, Ms Zeledón has participated in various world premieres, including Alice Tierney (Zandra), The Sisters (Elizabeth Barrett Browning, cover), and Mr. Twister (South Wind). An active recitalist, she performs with Opera on Tap and is a member of the Fry Trio, and has produced and performed in Mezcla de Raices, a virtual recital exploring Latinx identity through the last three centuries. Past operatic highlights include La Zia Principessa (Suor Angelica), La Badessa (Suor Angelica), Donna Elvira (Don Giovanni), Tatyana (Eugene Onegin), Alcina (Alcina), Almera (Dark Sisters), and Frau Fluth (Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor). In 2024, Ms Zeledón placed as a semi-finalist for the Bing-Cooper Competition, as well as the International Music Grand Prix competition. She is a four time semi-finalist with the NYIOP + Premiere Foundation Competition semifinalist, and won third place in the Classical Singer Fall Competition in 2020. In 2017, she was an Advanced Artist at the Boston Conservatory’s Opera Intensive in Valencia, Spain. In the summer of 2016, Ms. Zeledón was an Advanced Artist at OperaWorks. She is also a proud recipient of the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. Ms. Zeledón received her Professional Studies Certificate in Voice Performance and M.M in Opera Performance at the Boston Conservatory. She obtained a B.M. in Vocal Performance from the New England Conservatory and a B.A. in International Relations and German Studies from Tufts University. She studies with Dr. Rebecca Folsom.</section></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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