Hannah McKay | Soprano

Hannah McKay joins the Zürich International Opera Studio for the 2026/27 Season.

She has started rehearsals for Die Zauberflöte for her role and house debut as Erste Dame at Zürich Opera House.

Upcoming Events

20th September ‘26 - 23rd April ‘27

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Erste Dame - Die Zauberflöte

22nd November - 16th December ‘26

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Die Schleppträgerin - Elektra

27th December ‘26 - 13th January ‘27

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Olga - Die lustige Witwe

7th May ‘27 - 23rd May ‘27

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Harper - Angels in America

Lucrezia | Respighi Autumn 2025

“Hannah McKay’s assumption of the title role was utterly compelling… with incredible vocal stamina and emotional power” - Opera Today

“Hannah McKay unleashes a voice of formidable power” - The Times

“Her richly intense soprano, along with an impressive acting ability, held the drama together.” - London Unattached

Lucrezia - Respighi GSMD 2025
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Owen Wingrave | Britten Spring 2026

“Hannah McKay revealed a highly accomplished soprano and, as the most sympathetic character towards Owen, made Mrs Coyle very multifaceted.” - Music OMH

Owen Wingrave - Britten GSMD 2026
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Verdi Requiem January 2026

“The voice of the soprano, Hannah McKay, soared within the lofty stone-ribbed vaults, giving a hair-raising performance even with the hundreds of musicians behind.” - The Palatinate

Verdi Requiem - Durham Cathedral January 2026

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