“an exciting singer with a killer voice.”
— OPERAWIRE
“Sara Kennedy’s rich soprano sound bloomed…”
— Palm Beach Arts Paper
An American soprano from Austin, Texas, Sara Kennedy is celebrated for her lush, powerful sound, commanding stage presence, and her powerful interpretations of Mozart’s heroines. The 2024-2025 season holds two major role debuts as Sara takes the stage as Pamina in Die Zauberflöte with Florida Grand Opera, and Ruth Atkins in the world premiere of Nicolas Flagello’s Beyond the Horizon with Teatro Grattacielo. Sara joined the Florida Grand Opera Studio for the 2023–2024 season, where she performed Musetta in La bohème, covered the role of Nedda in Pagliacci, and sang Annina (Violetta cover) in La traviata. READ MORE →
Florida Grand Opera Alumna
Sara Kennedy is a 2023–24 alumna of the prestigious Florida Grand Opera Studio. While at FGO, she starred as Musetta in the mainstage production of Puccini’s La Bohème, earning acclaim for her “energetic and sassy” portrayal and a “crystalline tone [that] served all the dimensions of Musetta.” (Operawire)
Masterful Mozart Portrayals
Celebrated for her captivating interpretations of Mozart heroines, Sara Kennedy brings depth and nuance to her hallmark roles of Donna Anna and Fiordiligi. Critics from Operwire hailed her Donna Anna in Don Giovanni as “excellent” and showcasing her “powerful upper register.”
Innovator in New Opera
Sara Kennedy is breaking new ground with her commissioned work, Wings, a powerful exploration of a singer’s journey with self-image and mental health. This innovative project, in collaboration with Opera Arlington, composer Jamey Guzman, and librettist Jude O’Dell, underscores her dedication to addressing vital issues through music.
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