Arizona Opera, Arizona Theatre Company to share office space in Tucson, Phoenix

Arizona Opera and Arizona Theatre Company will merge their office spaces in both Tucson and Phoenix.

In addition, Arizona Opera will continue performing its McDougall Red Series of smaller chamber operas at the Temple of Music and Art, where ATC stages its productions. The opera rolled out the chamber series in the 2018-19 season.

The larger operas will continue to be performed at the Tucson Music Hall.

“There is a synergy between our organizations as we have both experienced the great benefits and challenges that come with being part of the cultural landscape of two cities,” says ATC’s Managing Director Billy Russo in a press release. “By coming together we share not only bricks and mortar, but an understanding of the opportunities and responsibilities that come with a dual city operation.”

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This will be the first time Arizona Opera has had offices in Tucson since the former general director moved the company’s headquarters to Phoenix in 2010.

Arizona Opera got its start as Tucson Opera Company in 1971; ATC was founded in Tucson in 1966 and started presenting full seasons in Phoenix by 1983.

In Phoenix, ATC will move into Arizona Opera’s space at 1636 N. Central Ave. In Tucson, the two will share offices at 343 S. Scott Ave., the former Glenwood Hotel and ATC’s headquarters.

“Arizona Opera is thrilled to collaborate with Arizona Theatre Company in this special partnership that allows us to deepen our impact on both of the cities we call home,” said Joseph Specter, the companpy’s president and general director. “Sharing our resources in this way will allow both companies to broaden our statewide reach.”