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Brandon Whitish

@brandonwhitish

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Baritone | Opera singer
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I sing opera and like to look at pictures of ducks.
UKY DMA ‘27 | UNI MM ‘22 | LC BA ‘17

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La Traviata was the first opera I ever saw back in 2011 with Madison Opera. Little 6-foot-5, junior-high Brandon had no idea how much that one show would change the entire trajectory of his life.

I am so grateful that over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to be part of two amazing productions of this masterwork, most recently with Opera Columbus. Thank you to everyone at @opera.columbus, @columbussymphony, and @capacolumbus for being so welcoming during my time in Columbus. I’m incredibly thankful to have met and created art with all of you, and I hope we get to make more art together again soon!

Production info:
@opera.columbus, @columbussymphony, @capacolumbus

Conductor: @rossenmilanov

Stage Director: @eveasummer
Scenic Design: Peter Dean Beck
Costume Design: @austinblakeconlee

Lighting Design: @marcybarbeau

Hair, Wig, and Makeup Design: Candace Leyland

Chorus Master: @eliasmillerconductor

Assistant Director: @heytherenessy

Stage Management: @rockieraccoon13, @mrstealyolatte , @audrey.mantia

Props Design: Lonelle Yoder

@aballaro @jgbtenor @hilaryginther @benjaminbunsold @artega_wright @hmarie_bullock @maxkramerbaritone @anapetronsi @kinstoneburner @smile_xiaoxiaoliu @alaneltyson @willschott1991 @erinfasonesoprano

Photos: @gentlegracephotography
🥀 taken in Ohio Theatre by @brandonwhitish

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Spring/Summer 2026 Season Announcement!!! I’m so excited and thankful for the chance to create some awesome art over the next few months!! 🦕 by @brandonwhitish

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The last two months have been a whirlwind, but I couldn’t have asked to be surrounded by better people to help me close out 2025. From performing in my first show with Kentucky Opera in La Traviata, stepping in at the last minute for All Is Calm, to celebrating my dad and Darci’s wedding, and completing half of my doctoral coursework, this year has been full of milestones. I’m deeply thankful for what this year has taught me and for the growth that happened along the way. Here’s to 2026!!! 🦕🦆 by @brandonwhitish

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I had such a “sweet” time performing the role of Father in UKOT’s production of Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel. Time to “Tra, La, La, La” on to the next show! Thank you to all who were involved!! 🍭 taken in Lexington Opera House by @brandonwhitish

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Here’s to the first day of 20th grade! Go Cats!!🐈 taken in Schmidt Vocal Arts Center by @brandonwhitish

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🎶 taken in Lexington, Kentucky by @brandonwhitish

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April was a whirlwind! I gave my first DMA recital, A Journey of Memory and Loss, and had the honor of performing for the first time with The American Spiritual Ensemble.Thank you to all the teachers, mentors, family, and friends who have supported and guided me to this point. I’m truly grateful to be in a place where I get to make beautiful music with inspiring people. 🌈 taken in University of Kentucky by @brandonwhitish

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Today’s a big week!! I am thrilled to invite you to my first Doctor of Musical Arts recital, A Journey of Memory and Loss. This program explores themes of remembrance, grief, and resilience through a selection of deeply moving works. Alongside my coach and collaborative pianist, Professor Robert Bosworth, we will be performing the works of Mahler, Boulanger, Heggie, Mendelssohn, Arlen & Harburg, and Tosti.

If you’re unable to attend the recital but still want to enjoy it, a link to the video stream will be available here at a later date.

Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM EST
Location: First United Methodist Church – Downtown, Lexington, KY

I would love for you to join me for this special evening of music and reflection. Hope to see you there! taken in First United Methodist Church Downtown by @brandonwhitish

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I am deeply honored to have workshopped and presented Paul Moravec and Mark Campbell’s A Nation of Others as an opera for the very first time. It has been a profound experience helping to realize and create the role of Connor—an Irish immigrant forced to flee his home of Tralee, Ireland, due to the Irish War of Independence in 1921. Like so many others, he made the difficult journey through Ellis Island in hopes of building a better life for himself and his family.

This story, like countless others in our shared history, is one of resilience, sacrifice, and hope. As we continue developing this powerful work toward its fully staged operatic premiere in 2026, I look forward to further exploring Connor’s journey and the larger themes that make A Nation of Others so deeply relevant today.

#WeAreHere taken in University of Kentucky by @brandonwhitish

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My First Celebration of Song is in the books. What a great way to kick off the holiday season! Watch the full performance now at www.alltech.com/alltech-celebration-song-2024. 🎄 taken in Alltech Arena Kentucky Horse Park by @brandonwhitish

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This past weekend was such a whirlwind! It was a great joy and pleasure to perform the role of The Count in @ukoperatheatre production of Le nozze di Figaro. I would not have been able to perform 4 shows in 46 hours without the support of so many amazing cast mates, covers, production staff, crew, coaches, and orchestra members. Thank you for always lifting me up and for allowing me to serve Count. 🪶 taken in Lexington Opera House by @brandonwhitish

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