Cara Lianne McLeod

Elisabetta, Queen of England

Cara Lianne McLeod is a Canadian soprano praised for her "enviable clarity of tone" (Opera Canada). Recognized as a vibrant and generous artist both on and off stage, she has been inspiring audiences with her distinct voice and compelling honesty in operas, recitals, and programs around the world. Ms. McLeod made her operatic debut in COSĪ FAN TUTTE and most recently performed Annina in LA TRAVIATA with Edmonton Opera. 

She made her company debut with Edmonton Opera in the role of High Priestess in AIDA and subsequently sang Berta in IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA. As a cover, Cara went on to successfully perform the role of Donna Elvira in DON GIOVANNI. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Cara remained as active as possible; singing and connecting with audiences both in outdoor venues and online performances. She performed with Edmonton Opera, Calgary Concert Opera Company, Peace Region Music Series, and on her own. She taught select students online, and adjudicated the Ontario Music Festival Junior Voice Provincials.