With a career rooted in the rich operatic traditions of the Intermountain West, Lisa Prina brings a seasoned, dramatic presence to the stage. As a soprano known for her technical precision and emotional resonance, she has become a staple of the Utah arts community.
Her work as a soloist with the Utah Symphony and a resident artist with Utah Opera has allowed her to explore the full spectrum of the soprano repertoire. From the towering heroines of Verdi to the nuanced character studies of contemporary American opera, Lisa's performances are defined by a deep, grounded connection to the music.
Selected Operatic Roles
Throughout her decades of performance, Lisa has brought life to many of the most beloved roles in the canon. Her recent and notable engagements include:
- Mimì – La Bohème
- Countess Almaviva – Le Nozze di Figaro
- Donna Elvira – Don Giovanni
- Micaëla – Carmen
- Liù – Turandot
- Governess – The Turn of the Screw
- Desdemona – Otello
Lisa remains active in the regional performance circuit and is currently available for operatic roles, concert engagements, and collaborative recitals. Her approach to performance is holistic, integrating her years of breathwork facilitation to ensure a vibrant and sustainable stage presence.
Beyond the opera house, Lisa is a frequent guest artist for sacred works and oratorio performances across the state. Whether in the intimacy of a recital hall or the grandeur of a cathedral, she seeks to share the "resonance" that only live vocal performance can provide.