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David Lomelí Named New CEO of The Dallas Opera

institutional · 2026-05-15

David Lomelí, who previously held the position of chief artistic officer at Santa Fe Opera and enjoyed an 11-year tenure as a tenor, has been named the new general director and CEO of The Dallas Opera. With over ten years of experience with the organization, Lomelí's extensive background includes roles as a consultant, artistic administrator, and the founding director of the Hart Institute for Women Conductors.

Key facts

  • David Lomelí appointed as new general director and CEO of The Dallas Opera.
  • Previously chief artistic officer at Santa Fe Opera.
  • Had an 11-year career as a tenor.
  • Worked with The Dallas Opera for over a decade as consultant, artistic administrator, and founding director of the Hart Institute for Women Conductors.

Entities

Artists

  • David Lomelí

Institutions

  • The Dallas Opera
  • Santa Fe Opera
  • Hart Institute for Women Conductors
  • The Dallas Morning News
  • MSN

Locations

  • Dallas
  • Santa Fe

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