
Melissa Ruge has been a part of producing operas for two decades. She has is a seasoned backstage professional with experience Stage Managing and ASMing for Los Angeles Opera, Santa Fe Opera, Opera Santa Barbara, and a dozen other companies. Notable productions include Phelim McDermott's Ahknaten and Barrie Kosky's Magic Flute. She is thrilled to leading the production team at the Lehrer Vocal Institute.