Maria Guleghina
is a world-renowned dramatic soprano.
Known for her compelling stage presence, Maria Guleghina stands out as the leading dramatic soprano of our time, receiving accolades such as “the best” and “the reigning diva” from critics like Andrew Porter in the Times Literary Supplement. She is often celebrated as a “Vocal Miracle,” with the essence of Verdi flowing through her veins.
Guleghina’s repertoire showcases her exceptional versatility, spanning iconic roles such as Tosca and Turandot to Aida, Manon Lescaut, Norma, Fedora, and Adriana Lecouvreur. Her commanding voice, marked by power, warmth, and dramatic intensity, has enchanted prestigious opera houses around the world.
Beginning her career at the State Opera of Minsk, Guleghina made a memorable debut at La Scala as Amelia in *Un Ballo in Maschera* alongside Luciano Pavarotti. Her association with La Scala includes performances in 15 new productions, tours in Japan, and solo recitals. The Metropolitan Opera saw her debut in 1991, marking over 150 performances in various roles, from Tosca and Aida to Norma and Lady Macbeth.
Guleghina’s debut at the Vienna State Opera in 1991 was followed by engagements at Covent Garden, at the Royal Opera House, where she performed as Fedora and other acclaimed roles. Her debut at the Verona Arena in 1996 as Abigaille in *Nabucco* earned her the ‘Premio Giovanni Zanatello,’ and since then, she has been a regular performer at this renowned venue.
Beyond her operatic successes, Guleghina is actively involved in humanitarian causes. She collaborates with UNICEF to support children affected by poverty and conflict, emphasizing the need for global unity.
Throughout her illustrious career, Guleghina has performed solo recitals worldwide, with numerous productions broadcast on radio and television. Collaborating with major singers and conductors, including Luciano Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo, Leo Nucci, Renato Bruson, José Cura, Samuel Ramey, Gianandrea Gavazzeni, Riccardo Muti, James Levine, Zubin Mehta, Valery Gergiev, Fabio Luisi, and Claudio Abbado, she has received prestigious awards such as the Puccini Prize, the Bellini Prize, and the Giovanni Zanatello Award.