Dr. Stacy Brightman, Los Angeles Opera's Director of Education and Community Programs, is directly responsible for the oversight and production of the company's Education and Community Programs which currently serve 160,000 students and family members annually. She is responsible for developing new programs, supervising in-school and community opera commissions, productions and tours, creating and leading teacher seminars, and partnering with schools, community organizations and volunteer groups. Eli Villanueva, Composer/Arranger, Singer, Stage Director and current Resident Director of Education and Community Programs along with gifted young Soprano Opera Star Summer Hassan, make up a contributing factor in the world of LA Opera and its team of dedicated staff and supporters.