Born in Springhill Nova Scotia, Demings is a mezzo-soprano who knew that opera was for her all the way back in junior high. This year, she makes her debut with HSOF as Nicklausse in The Tales of Hoffmann. Find out more about The Tales of Hoffmann here:
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This year, HSOF welcomes over 50 performers from around the world, including many from Nova Scotia and the Maritimes, all of whom underwent competitive auditions. We are excited to introduce Máiri Demings as a performer this summer!
Buy your tickets here:
https://www.tickethalifax.com/54495769/operafestival
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