Monday, November 18, 2024
Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
6:00 – Reception, Jackman Lounge
7:00 – Ceremony, Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre
8:30 – Desserts to follow ceremony, Jackman Lounge
Dress Code: Celebratory Chic!
2024 Honourees
Michel Beaulac, Artistic Director
“We absolutely have to venture out, to be more daring, to find a link between what we present and the social concerns of today.”
Photo credit: Brent Calis
Michael Cavanagh, Director
“My interpretation of the role needs to be with the artist in mind. It needs to be his Rigoletto, not mine.”
Photo credit: Anita Watkins
Sandra Horst, Chorus Master
“That gave me perspective on the industry. So I was considering things like, ‘What do you need as a student to function in that kind of market?’”
Photo credit: Canadian Opera Company
the artists of Li Keur, Change Makers
Manitoba Opera
“This work is meant first and foremost as a celebration of the independence and fortitude of the Métis peoples and our kinship networks.”
Photo credit: R. Tinker
Brett Polegato, Baritone
“I think we’ve had enough of heroes. People are looking for much more nuanced human stories.”
Photo credit: Shayne Gray
Rubies FAQ
People have been asking “What does a dress code of ‘Celebratory Chic!’ mean?”
Here are some photos from recent Ruby Awards, assembled into your own “Celebratory Chic!” mood board by Opera Canada’s Digital Content Specialist Máiri Demings.
