Zorro - The Opera
Justice is spelled with a “Z.”
A fading empire clings to power and the oppressed and destitute dream of freedom. One man will lead them - Zorro
THE STORY
Zorro is an opera set in the early nineteenth century, amid political upheaval in Spain and México. A young man returns from Spain to his birthplace of el pueblo de Los Ángeles, where he confronts corruption and injustice, rekindles a forbidden love, and awakens to his destiny as Zorro — a masked figure who becomes a symbol of resistance, justice, and hope.
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Zorro Promo Trailer
Abrázame
El Diablo Encarnado
PAST AND UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS
Zorro premiered in January 2022 with Fort Worth Opera in a piano/guitar version, followed by the first fully orchestrated production in October 2022 with Opera Southwest. Subsequent productions include Opera Santa Barbara (April–May 2024), the Northern California premiere with Opera San José (April–May 2025), and the statewide premiere with Arizona Opera (September–October 2025). The Los Angeles premiere will be presented by Pacific Opera Project in May 2026, with additional productions planned for the 2026–2027 season.
LECTURES & EDUCATIONAL ENGAGEMENT
In conjunction with productions of Zorro, I regularly present lectures and discussions for opera companies, universities, and students. These sessions explore the historical background of the opera, the compositional and dramaturgical process, and the ways in which history, myth, and cultural identity inform contemporary opera.
This work has included both in-person and online lectures, often offered in preparation for production or as part of academic coursework and community engagement. An online lecture version of this material is also available for institutions and individuals seeking deeper engagement with the opera.
→ Zorro: Online Lecture
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The Classical Review
"A tuneful and emotive score blends lyricism, drama, and color into a richly operatic musical language.”
Broadway World
“A lushly operatic score unfolds with soaring melodies, tender duets, and sweeping dramatic momentum.”
Theatre Eddys
“Rousing, heart-throbbing music carries the drama with sweeping lines, electrifying vocals, and romantic intensity.”