Brooke Larimer

“Charismatic” (OperaWire), Vermont-born mezzo-soprano Brooke Larimer has been celebrated for her “richly hued voice and nicely timed comedic ability” (Pittsburgh in the Round), her "lusty presence" (Syracuse.com), and her "stunningly dramatic" performances (ClevelandClassical.com). Her career includes performances of roles spanning the centuries of inherited repertoire through premieres of contemporary American works.

Brooke's favorite roles include Zita in Gianni Schicchi, Old Prioress in Dialogues of the Carmelites, Filippyevna in Eugene Onegin, Auntie in Peter Grimes, Carmen, and Mistress Quickly in Falstaff. She also enjoys performing new works and collaborating with other performers and composers.

Brooke is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and The Boston Conservatory, and was a young artist at Opera New Jersey, Natchez Festival, and Opera on the James. She is co-host of the Indie Opera Podcast, a certified ADHD coach, and lives in The Bronx with her rescue mutt, Cindy.