Atlanta Opera Film Studio Announces 18 New Opera Films

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2025

The Atlanta Opera Film Studio Announces Release of 18 New Cinematic Operas on Streaming Platform for Subscribers

Four FREE Livestreams of Upcoming Performances also scheduled
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Atlanta, GA — The Atlanta Opera Film Studio announces the release of 18 new cinematic opera films, bringing the grandeur of opera performance into homes around the world through its acclaimed streaming platform. These extraordinary releases, edited into richly produced films, are developed from live performances, additional filming done on stage and in studio, and meticulously mastered audio by The Atlanta Opera. The films will be available exclusively to subscribers ($25 annually) of the Film Studio beginning September 25, 2026.

The collection spans beloved classics, bold contemporary works, and groundbreaking interpretations, all brought to life through the innovative lens of The Atlanta Opera’s highly visual storytelling.
Featured titles include:
• Madama Butterfly
• Don Giovanni
• Bluebeard’s Castle
• The Barber of Seville
• La bohème
• The first three operas of Wagner’s legendary Ring Cycle: Das Rheingold, Die Walküre, and Siegfried

In addition to traditional masterpieces, the Film Studio will release modern and original works such as As One, Forsyth County is Flooding, and Steele Roots, reaffirming the company’s commitment to bold storytelling and diverse voices.

Release Schedule || 12:00 p.m. Eastern

• September 25, 2025 Madama Butterfly, Don Giovanni, Bluebeard’s Castle, As One, The Barber of Seville

• October 23, 2025 Candide, The Anonymous Lover, Forsyth County is Flooding, Steele Roots, The Magic Flute

• November 20, 2025 Macbeth, Rigoletto, La bohème, La bohème at Pullman Yards, Semele

• December 18, 2025 Das Rheingold, Die Walküre, Siegfried

Tomer Zvulun, founder of the Film Studio and the company’s Carl W. Knobloch, Jr. General & Artistic Director, is committed to expanding the impact of opera and sees the opera films as a key initiative for the company.

He says:
“With this major release of feature films of opera, we demonstrate our commitment to innovation, to breaking boundaries, and to underscore the power of this vibrant art form. Opera’s stories and emotions are universal, whether experienced in the theater or on screen.”

Unlike staged opera, which is experienced live in the theater, opera films are created specifically for the screen, using cinematic techniques such as close-ups, dynamic camera work, and film editing to bring audiences closer to the music and drama. The result is a more personal, cinematic experience that combines the power of live performance with the storytelling tools of film.

Film Studio Director Felipe Barral explains:
"In these films, we take audiences onstage for a visual journey that makes these films an intimate experience and offers a completely different perspective from what live theater audiences can see. They give opera lovers a chance to see the performers as fine actors in addition to great singers."

Subscription Information
Access to the entire digital opera library, including the 18 new cinematic titles, is available through a $25 All-Access annual membership at The Atlanta Opera Film Studio. For more flexible access, viewers may opt for a $7 monthly All-Access membership.

Subscribers will enjoy unlimited streaming of cinematic opera productions from one of America’s most forward-thinking opera companies—all from the comfort of home.

While these 18 cinematic opera films are only available to members, The Atlanta Opera Film Studio platform continues to offer a wide variety of free content for free-access members, including livestreams and video shorts that take audiences into the rehearsal hall for behind-the-scenes views, opera summaries, and interviews with key members of the cast and creative teams.

FREE CONTENT Livestream Announcements: Four Major Operas to Stream Live, Free Worldwide

In addition to the cinematic releases, The Atlanta Opera is proud to announce four major upcoming livestreams of new productions, available to watch free of charge on the company’s streaming platform:
• La traviata — November 14, 2025 at 7:30pm EDT
• The Marriage of Figaro — March 20, 2026 at 7:30 EDT
• Turandot — May 1, 2026 at 7:30 EDT
• Twilight of the Gods (“Götterdämmerung”) — June 5, 2026 at 6:00 EDT

This final opera in Wagner's epic Ring Cycle marks a historic milestone for The Atlanta Opera. All livestreams will remain available for on-demand viewing after their premiere for a limited time until the full cinematic version is released.

As part of the Film Studio's commitment to high production standards, each livestream replay will be removed from the platform when its corresponding cinematic film becomes available. This ensures that subscribers receive the highest-quality viewing experience with each official release.

These free livestreams reflect The Atlanta Opera’s commitment to breaking the boundaries of opera and making high-quality performances accessible to audiences everywhere—no matter where they are.
Additional free content on The Atlanta Opera Film Studio includes podcasts, filmmaker notes, and other video shorts, including the “Sidebar” series of director and artist interviews for in-depth insights into each production.

About The Atlanta Opera Film Studio
Launched to expand the reach of opera through cinematic artistry, The Atlanta Opera Film Studio reimagines live performances into dynamic film experiences. Each production is filmed with a focus on dramatic intimacy and visual storytelling, offering a unique perspective on classic and contemporary operatic works. The Atlanta Opera Film Studio is led by Tomer Zvulun, the Carl W. Knobloch, Jr. General and Artistic Director of The Atlanta Opera. The project was founded to support the Opera’s activities during the coronavirus pandemic, but has become an integral part of the company’s transformation into one of the top opera companies in the U.S. Director and filmmaker Felipe Barral began a creative partnership in 2017 with Zvulun, and their mutual vision led to the development of The Atlanta Opera as a digital media company. Barral has transformed the way opera is presented on screen by utilizing multi-camera setups, immersive editing, artistic staging, and meticulous sound and audio production. His unique blend of theatrical performance with feature-film aesthetic creates content with exceptional impact.

For media inquiries, interviews, or promotional materials, please contact:
Michelle Winters, Director of Communications
The Atlanta Opera
mwinters@atlantaopera.org
(404) 881-8885
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