Siena Forest

“A first-rate singer and a crackerjack musician,” Siena Forest “steals scenes” with arresting portrayals that are “exquisitely sung.” She is a highly sought after collaborative artist in opera, concert, art song, and new work. Recent highlights include Three Decembers with Skylark Opera Theatre: “Raw, moving, and achingly authentic. […] Every word is clear, every emotion is there to be witnessed - it is a really fantastic performance.” In La bohème with Theater Latté Da, “Forest was an excellent Mimí, aside from her voice which was beautiful, she conveyed a sense of adoration for Rodolfo in a performance that began in her eyes and radiated outward from there.” As a recipient of a Music in Action Grant from the Wagner Society of the Upper Midwest, Forest produced Mindful Melodies, a profound collection of thematically curated songs available on YouTube. Later this year with Carson Rose Schneider, she will be releasing her first album of new works, working title Alive.

In addition to an active performing career, Siena is dynamic behind the scenes as a freelance producer, fundraiser, administrator, and strategic planning consultant. As the founding president of OOPS MN, in their first 20 months raised $75,000 (including a $15,000 MRAC grant), collaborated with 50 local artists and produced 10 projects. Thanks to a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, Siena will be adding librettist to her list of roles, collaborating with composer Wendy Durrwachter to create a chamber opera set in a restaurant. Join Siena’s mailing list to stay up to date: www.sienaforest.com