OPrak transcends barriers to opera—physical, sensory, financial, and cultural—for people with & without disabilities.

We demonstrate what’s possible when people with disabilities live in a world that is actually created with them.

OPrak champions artists and community by modeling an interabled approach to operating a performing arts organization.

Everyone at OPrak is a professional artist - from singers and stage hands to administrators and orchestra. Everyone matters.

Every artist is empowered to advocate for their needs and is expected to request accommodations with confidence.

Every artist gives their best to serve the work.

OPrak holds high standards for opera and musical performance in order to serve the work, as well as an expanding, discerning audience.

Provide opportunities for artists with & without disabilities to gain professional experience and connections.

Provide opportunities for audiences with & without disabilities to revel in the joy of experiencing opera in a way they may not have been able to consider possible before.

OPrak builds and nurtures a growing community.

Bring opera and musical performances to people who want to participate but may not be able to attend in-person events.

Enhance & promote connectivity through on-line interaction and in-person gatherings before and after each event.

OPrak builds culture through workshops, discussions and content in-person and on-line.

Deepen an appreciation for opera and Disability aesthetics.

Call upon artists to explore opera as a medium.

Take pride in Disability culture.