
Bio
Theo Harrah is a versatile bass hailing from Louisville, Kentucky, currently pursuing a Master of Music degree in Vocal Performance at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, under the expert guidance of Professor Jane Dutton. With a deep commitment to the craft of opera and classical music, Harrah has quickly established himself as a talented and dedicated performer both on the operatic stage and in concert settings.
Throughout his time at Jacobs, Harrah has showcased his vocal and dramatic prowess in a range of roles, including The Second Armed Man in Die Zauberflöte, Dick Deadeye in H.M.S. Pinafore, Siroco in L'Étoile, José Tripaldi in Ainadamar, Frère Laurent in Roméo et Juliette, and Judge Turpin in Sweeney Todd. As an ensemble member, Harrah has also contributed to the choruses of Falstaff, Highway One, Candide, and The Merry Widow.
Harrah’s versatility extends beyond traditional operatic roles, and he has demonstrated his range as a soloist in concert works, such as performing Mozart’s Requiem, Schütz’s Musikalische Exequien, and Howells’ Requiem.
In addition to his work at Jacobs, Harrah has participated in numerous prestigious events and competitions. He was a finalist in the highly competitive Meistersinger competition in Graz, Austria, and in the WUOL Young Artists Competition.
Outside of academic settings, Harrah has been seen performing at the Canto Program, where he portrayed Colline in La Bohème and Simone in Gianni Schicchi. His professional experience extends to concert stages around the world, where he has sung a diverse repertoire spanning from Schubert to Verdi. Most recently, he participated in the world premiere of The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay in collaboration with the Metropolitan Opera, performed at the IU Jacobs School of Music.