Biography

Described by Opera Magazine as “A magnetic Italian mezzo-soprano who stole the show as Carmen”, Italian mezzo-soprano Arlene Miatto Albeldas has captivated audiences with her commanding stage presence, emotive interpretations, and versatile artistry. 

With a passion for both classical opera and new works, she has performed with renowned companies such as such as Welsh National Opera (WNO), English National Opera (ENO), Opera North, Wexford Festival Opera (WFO) -at prestigious venues like St. David’s Hall (Cardiff), The Coliseum (London), and Cadogan Hall (London) - The Grange Festival and Teatro Regio di Parma, working under the direction of leading conductors and directors. From acclaimed performances in major international festivals to debuting new roles, Arlene’s career is on an exciting rise, blending artistry with a modern, vibrant approach to opera that speaks to both traditional and new audiences alike, establishing herself as a compelling performer on both national and international stages.

In 2024, she made her debut at the prestigious Festival Verdi in Parma, performing the role of Imelda in La Battaglia di Legnano alongside Marina Rebeka, Antonio Poli, Vladimir Stoyanov, and Riccardo Fassi.

Her upcoming engagements at Teatro Regio di Parma include covering Rosina in Il Barbiere di Siviglia (directed by Pier Luigi Pizzi) and debuting the role of Bersi in Andrea Chénier with Gregory Kunde, Saioa Hernández, and Luca Salsi, under the baton of Francesco Lanzillotta.

Arlene’s repertoire showcases her remarkable versatility, ranging from the classics to contemporary works.
In the UK, recent highlights include Polina (The Queen of Spades) at The Grange Festival under the baton of Paul Daniel and directed by Paul Curran, Carmen (Carmen) on a UK tour with Opera Brava and in concert at Cadogan Hall with ENO orchestra conducted by Olivia Clarke and the direction of Amy Lane, Lucretia (The rape of Lucretia) with WNO and Opera North directed by Olivia Fuchs, Dorabella (Così fan tutte) with WNO conducted by James Southall and the direction of Emma Jenkins, performing in prestigious venues like St. David’s Hall (Cardiff) and The Coliseum (London), Teresa (La Sonnambula), Zaida (Il Turco in Italia) with Longhope Summer Opera.

She has also premiered contemporary roles such as Lady Louisa Wolseley (The Master) at Wexford Festival Opera, Dmitra (The last Siren) a role written specifically for her by Edward Lambert, The Pope (The Burning Question) by the same composer, both part of the contemporary opera festival - Tête à Tête Opera Festival, where she was praised for the “incredible roundness and richness of her voice” (Chute Chronicle).

She is winner of the Simone Alaimo International Competition, winning the role of Cherubino, the Sybil Tutton Opera Award in 2021 and Audition Oracle's Make Music Award in 2022.

She has been a semi-finalist in in prestigious international competitions such as the 60th Voci Verdiane Competition (2024), the International Singing Competition for Baroque Opera Pietro Antonio Cesti, the Handel Singing Competition, the 71st AsLiCo Competition, and the 59th Tenor Viñas International Singing Contest, though she could not compete in the latter due to COVID.