Peruvian-American Soprano, Sophia Formella, is recognized for her dynamic stage presence and expressive vocalism by Opera News. She most recently covered and performed the role of the Queen of the Night (Die Zauberflöte) with Undead Arts and theNew Jersey Symphony.
Sophia recently performed the title role in Song of the Nightingale with Cedar Rapids Opera, where she also appeared as Noémie in Massenet's Cendrillon as a Smith Young Artist. Sophia has covered the roles of Despina (Three Little Pigs) and Manuelita (Pépito) with The Dallas Opera, where she regularly performs at the Winspear Opera House. Her appearances there include productions of Roméo et Juliette, Tosca, and La Bohème.
Her previous roles include the title role in Viardot’s Cendrillon with Opera Arlington and Nightingale Opera Theatre, as well as the title role of Alice in the world premiere of ALICE by Amy Scurria with Red River Lyric Opera.
ABOUT
In addition to her performance career, Sophia is a dedicated arts educator, currently serving as a Teaching Artist with The Metropolitan Opera Education Department and contributing as a writer for The Metropolitan Opera’s Educator Guides, helping to create resources that support teachers and students in engaging with opera in the classroom.