Atlanta Opera Releases 18 Cinematic Feature Opera Films
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
The Atlanta Opera Film Studio announces the release of 18 new cinematic opera films, bringing the grandeur of opera performance into homes around the world through its acclaimed streaming platform. These extraordinary releases, edited into richly produced films, are developed from live performances, additional filming done on stage and in studio, and meticulously mastered audio by The Atlanta Opera. The films will be available exclusively to subscribers ($25 annually) of the Film Studio beginning September 25, 2026.
The collection spans beloved classics, bold contemporary works, and groundbreaking interpretations, all brought to life through the innovative lens of The Atlanta Opera’s highly visual storytelling.
Featured titles include:
- Madama Butterfly
- Don Giovanni
- Bluebeard’s Castle
- The Barber of Seville
- La bohème
- The first three operas of Wagner’s legendary Ring Cycle: Das Rheingold, Die Walküre, and Siegfried
In addition to traditional masterpieces, the Film Studio will release modern and original works such as As One, Forsyth County is Flooding, and Steele Roots, reaffirming the company’s commitment to bold storytelling and diverse voices.
Tomer Zvulun, founder of the Film Studio and the company's Carl W. Knobloch, Jr. General & Artistic Director, is committed to expanding the impact of opera and sees the opera films as a key initiative for the company. He says:
"With this major release of feature films of opera, we demonstrate our commitment to innovation, to breaking boundaries, and underscoring the power of this vibrant art form. Opera's stories and emotions are universal, whether experienced in the theater or on the screen."
Film Studio Director Felipe Barral explains:
"In these films, we take audiences onstage for a visual journey that makes these films an intimate experience and offers a completely different perspective from what live theater audiences can see. They give opera lovers a chance to see the performers as fine actors in addition to great singers."
Release Schedule
- September 25, 2025
Madama Butterfly, Don Giovanni, Bluebeard’s Castle, As One, The Barber of Seville
- October 23, 2025
Candide, The Anonymous Lover, Forsyth County is Flooding, Steele Roots, The Magic Flute
- November 20, 2025
Macbeth, Rigoletto, La Bohème, La Bohème at Pullman Yards, Semele
- December 18, 2025
Das Rheingold, Die Walküre, Siegfried
Subscription Information
Access to the entire digital opera library, including the 18 new cinematic titles, is available through a $25 annual all-access membership at The Atlanta Opera Film Studio. For more flexible access, viewers may opt for a $7 monthly all-access membership.
Subscribers will enjoy unlimited streaming of cinematic opera productions from one of America’s most forward-thinking opera companies— all from the comfort of home.
While these 18 cinematic opera films are only available to members, The Atlanta Opera Film Studio platform continues to offer a wide variety of free content, including livestreams and video shorts that take audiences into the rehearsal hall for behind-the-scenes views, opera summaries, and interviews with key members of the cast and creative teams.
FREE CONTENT
Livestream Announcements: Four Major Operas to Stream Live, Free Worldwide
In addition to the cinematic releases, The Atlanta Opera is proud to announce four major upcoming livestreams of new productions, available to watch free of charge on the company’s streaming platform:
- La traviata — November 14, 2025 at 7:30pm EDT
- The Marriage of Figaro — March 20, 2026 at 7:30 EDT
- Turandot — May 1, 2026 at 7:30 EDT
- Twilight of the Gods (“Götterdämmerung”) — June 5, 2026 at 6:00 EDT
This final opera in Wagner's epic Ring Cycle marks a historic milestone for The Atlanta Opera. All livestreams will remain available for on-demand viewing after their premiere for a limited time until the full cinematic version is released.
As part of the Film Studio's commitment to high production standards, each livestream replay will be removed from the platform when its corresponding cinematic film becomes available. This ensures that subscribers receive the highest-quality viewing experience with each official release.
These free livestreams reflect The Atlanta Opera’s commitment to breaking the boundaries of opera and making high-quality performances accessible to audiences everywhere—no matter where they are.
Additional free content on The Atlanta Opera Film Studio includes podcasts, filmmaker notes, and other video shorts, including the “Sidebar” series of director and artist interviews with in-depth insights into each production.
