A Eugene Opera favorite returns to share his voice with our patrons for just one evening. Lawrence Barasa Kiharangwa, (Nairobi, Kenya), began his musical training as a member of The Kenyan Boys Choir, where he performed with artists including The Tenors, Jonas Brothers, Nelly Furtado, Ellie Goulding, Ciara, and Demi Lovato, among others. A graduate of the University of Oregon, Lawrence performed Spoletta in Eugene Opera's production of "Tosca" and Don Basilio with Astoria Music Festivals "Le nozze di Figaro". In addition, he has performed the title role in "Les Contes d'Hoffmann" and Don José in "La Tragedy de Carmen" at the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance. Lawrence has launched into the world of opera, appearing at Maryland Opera, Santa Fe Opera, and Pensacola Opera. We welcome him back for one evening of incredible music.
We value inclusivity and community engagement and want opera lovers of all financial backgrounds to experience the artistry of tenor Lawrence Barasa. An Evening with Lawrence Barasa is offered with a Choose-Your-Own-Ticket-Price model. By providing a flexible pricing model, Eugene Opera ensures that cost is not a barrier for those who wish to attend while still maximizing revenue to cover event expenses and support future programming.