Opera Director
Known both for his bold and inventive productions and for his acute musical instincts, Chas Rader-Shieber has established himself among the most acclaimed and innovative opera directors of his generation.
In 2006-2007, Mr. Rader-Shieber brought his Don Giovanni to Opera Pacific and made his return to New York City Opera, directing Rossini's La Donna del Lago, which he also directed at Minnesota Opera. Rounding out his season were engagements directing L'Ormindo at Pittsburgh Opera, The Cunning Little Vixen at Houston Grand Opera, and Bellini's I Puritani at Opera Theater of St. Louis.