Rising Artists Showcase

Rising Artists Showcase | August 15, 2026

The Pacific Northwest is home to a remarkable well of emerging vocal talent and we want you to meet them.

Rising Artists begins with a full day of professional development for the region's up-and-coming performers: masterclasses with working professionals, an industry Q&A, audition preparation, and scene work. It's immersive, hands-on training to help emerging artists better understand the performing arts landscape, and you're invited to witness the culmination.

The evening concert puts these artists front and center, featuring their favorite arias alongside a song cycle by Seattle composer Sarah Mattox.

Rising Waters Collective is committed to nurturing the wealth of regional talent right here in our own backyard. This is one of the ways we put that commitment into action: creating opportunities for emerging artists to develop their craft, connect with industry professionals, and share their work with an audience of community…