Anthony D. Anderson, native of Washington, D.C., holds his Master’s degree from the Maryland Opera Studio at the University of Maryland, where he studied with the renowned bass-baritone Kevin Short. He also holds a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance from the prestigious Oberlin Conservatory. Anderson has distinguished himself in a wide array of roles, including Marchese d’Obigny in La Traviata (Annapolis Opera), the Premier Minister in Massenet’s Cendrillon (Cedar Rapids Opera), John Proctor in Robert Ward’s The Crucible (Opera in the Ozarks), Àlvaro in Daniel Catán’s Florencia en el Amazonas, Sid in Britten’s Albert Herring (both with the Maryland Opera Studio), and the title role in Henry Mollicone’s Emperor Norton (Oberlin Opera Theater). A passionate advocate for new music, Anderson has originated several roles in contemporary operas, including the title role in Noah Getz’s Dear Mr. Duncan (Keegan Theater) and Joe/Gil’s Father in Matthew Recio’s The Puppy Episode (Oberlin Opera Theater). Most recently, he has performed at the Lincoln Jazz Center, covering the role of Mozart’s Don Giovanni (Teatro Nuovo). In March 2025, he debuted as W.E.B. Du Bois in a New Work Workshop of The Faces in the Flames, a collaboration with composer Nathan Felix and librettist Anita Gonzalez. In late 2024, Anderson collaborated with members of the Washington National Opera Orchestra, conducted by Maestro Alvise Casellati, for a special outreach event at the Lincoln Memorial’s Reflecting Pool. His artistic achievements led to an invitation from the White House to perform for then-First Lady Jill Biden and guests at the opening of the East Wing extension.

Jonathan Kite is a tenor from Richmond, Virginia, currently pursuing dual undergraduate degrees in Vocal Performance and Music Education at the University of Maryland. A rising young artist on the classical stage, Jonathan studies voice under the private tutelage of acclaimed countertenor John Holiday.

Kite has earned significant competitive recognition. He was named a national semifinalist in the 2026 National Classical NATS competition, having secured first place in his division at both the 2026 Mid-Atlantic Region and 2025 Maryland/DC Classical NATS auditions.

On the concert and operatic stage, Kite recently performed as the featured tenor soloist in Johann Sebastian Bach’s cantata Was willst du dich betrüben (BWV 107), as part of the University of Maryland Bach Cantata Series. His theatrical credits include covering the role of Aeneas in Dido and Aeneas with UMD Opera Terps. An active ensemble musician, Jonathan has also had the privilege of collaborating with distinguished conductors, including Dr. Jason Max Ferdinand.

Jouelle Roberson, soprano, hails from Washington DC, Jouelle attended Duke Ellington School for the Arts. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Vocal Performance at Morgan State University studying with Marquita Lister. She then continued at Manhattan School of Music where she completed the Professional Studies Program Certificate. Ms. Roberson recently made her Baltimore Symphony Orchestra solo debut. Singing in their Night of Opera Favorites concert along side Condutor William Langley. She was a finalist in the Butler Opera International Competition, where she won 4th place. She was also a 2024 finalist in the Houston Grand Opera Eleanor McCollum Competition. Where she was awarded the online audience award. She also received the audience choice award in the Annapolis Opera Vocal Competition. Ms. Roberson has received both the Renata Tebaldi Award and the Public Award as a finalist in the Vincerò First Italian Worldwide Opera Competition in 2022. While attending MSM she was the 1st place winner in the Ades Vocal Competition held each year at the prestigious school. She was a participant in the Milnes Voices 2024 program as well as a Gerdine Young Artist at Opera Theater of St. Louis where she was awarded the Richard Gaddes Career Award, and returned for her second year in 2025. Ms. Roberson graced the stage at Maryland opera with their New Voices in Opera program. Where she brought to life the role of Oshun in their production of Oshun. In 2024 she returned to her Alma mater, Morgan State University, to play the title role of Treemonisha in Opera at Morgan an Opera Ebony’s production of Treemonisha. As a member of Saratoga Opera’s Young Artist Program and Atlanta Opera Studio, Jouelle has won kudos for her performances in both lead and supporting roles. She sang the title role in Puccini’s Suor Angelica with Opera Lucca. Mary in Grant Still’s Highway 1 with Opera at Morgan.