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Pretty Yende
Coloratura Soprano
Born March 6, 1985 (41 years old)
South African
Opera
Pretty Yende is a South African operatic coloratura soprano. She has performed leading roles at opera houses internationally, including La Scala and the Metropolitan Opera. She performed at the coronation of Charles III and Camilla.
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Signature Roles
Adèle in Rossini's Le Comte OryAdina in Donizetti's L'elisir d'amoreAmina in Bellini's La sonnambulaCleopatra in Handel's Giulio Cesare in EgittoElvira in Bellini's I PuritaniGilda in Verdi's RigolettoJuliette in Gounod's Roméo et JulietteLucia in Donizetti's Lucia di LammermoorMarie in Donizetti's La fille du régimentRosina in Rossini's Il barbiere di Siviglia
10 Signature Roles10 Principal Houses
Up next
L’Elisir d’Amore as Adina · Opera Bastille · Mar 23, 2027
Spotlight
Career Highlight
La Scala debut at age 25; acclaimed for radiant soprano and captivating stage presence
At a Glance
- Voice
- Coloratura Soprano
- Nationality
- South African
- Born
- 1985
- Active since
- 2026
Engagements
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YeartoCompanyRole
Upcoming (1)
L’Elisir d’AmoreAdina
Opera BastilleParis
Mar 23, 2027
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Career Arc
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1985Born in South Africa
Available Performances
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