Knoxville Opera is dedicated to contributing to the cultural enrichment of East Tennessee by providing high-quality, locally produced opera performances. Through its stunning performances of classic opera productions, Knoxville Opera works to educate the community about opera’s important cultural and societal role in history. All performances by Knoxville Opera are made possible through generous donations by The Aslan Foundation, The Tennessee Arts Commission, The National Endowment for the Arts, The Arts Fund of East Tennessee Foundation, Clayton Foundation, Knox County, the City of Knoxville, the Robert H. & Monica M. Cole Foundation, Pilot Flying J, Regal Entertainment Group and The Fifth Commandment Fund.