Encompass New Opera Theatre is dedicated to the creation, development, and production of adventurous new music theatre and contemporary opera, as well as dynamic revivals of musical works by American and international composers. Since its inception in 1976, Encompass continues to be devoted to widening the recognition of America's outstanding composers, dramatists, singers and musicians. The theatre has produced over 68 full-scale productions with orchestra and staged readings of over 165 new works from jazz and cabaret to musicals and opera. Encompass productions represent a vast tapestry of American voices and genres, garnering a reputation for creative process, quality performances, and artistic passion.
The Encompass educational community outreach program, PARADIGM SHIFTS MUSIC AND FILM FESTIVAL, celebrates courageous people preserving our planet, oceans, wildlife, and sacred lands by bridging indigenous cultures, women's wisdom, and social justice/environmental movements through the lens of music and independent film.
