Malden Goes Hollywood

MALDEN, MA / LOS ANGELES, CA - In a thrilling fusion of East Coast artistry and West Coast glamour, Malden's own Mystic Side Opera Company is set to take center stage at the Los Angeles Italian Festival in Hollywood this October. This groundbreaking collaboration marks a significant expansion of Mystic Side's existing relationship with the festival, which began in 2022.

The partnership comes as part of the Los Angeles Italian Festival's ambitious new initiative to establish itself as a year-round entertainment brand. Set against the backdrop of Hollywood's glitz and glamour, this collaboration promises to deliver an unparalleled celebration of Italian culture and operatic excellence. Eva Miller, CEO of the Los Angeles Italian Festival, expressed her enthusiasm: "We're thrilled to deepen our relationship with Mystic Side Opera Company. Their commitment to preserving and promoting the rich traditions of opera aligns perfectly with our mission to showcase the very best of Italian culture."

Gene Sticco, General Director of Mystic Side Opera, added, "This partnership is a natural evolution of our shared values. Opera, born in Italy over four centuries ago, has always been about bringing communities together. We're excited to continue this tradition on a grander scale in Hollywood."

The festival, scheduled for October 5, 2024, will kick off Italian American Heritage Month with a star-studded lineup. Actor and producer Joe Mantegna (Criminal Minds, The Godfather Part III) serves as the honorary chairman, lending Hollywood gravitas to the event.

Headlining the festival will be Mystic Side Opera's own Natalja Sticco, who will perform a diverse repertoire spanning Italian pop, opera, and crossover music popularized by artists like Andrea Bocelli. Additional guest artists will be announced in the coming weeks. For those eager to catch a preview of Natalja's talent, she will be performing at the Lewis St Beer and Wine Tent during Boston's Fisherman's Feast on August 17th, as part of an In-Boston Magazine event.

This collaboration between Mystic Side Opera Company and the Los Angeles Italian Festival represents a unique blend of tradition and innovation, promising to captivate audiences and create unforgettable cultural experiences.

About Mystic Side Opera Company: Mystic Side Opera Company is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization based in Malden, Massachusetts, dedicated to bringing world-class opera back to the United States. They believe in the power of timeless artistic traditions to connect generations and reflect the richness of human culture.

About Los Angeles Italian Festival: The Los Angeles Italian Festival is an annual celebration of Italian-American culture, taking place in the heart of Hollywood. With Mystic Side Opera Company as its proud fiscal sponsor, the festival aims to share the very best of Italian culture and music with a diverse audience.