UTEP The Fox And The Cookie Tickets

UTEP The Fox And The Cookie is a charming 30–35 minute children’s opera created by composer-artist Maria Thompson Corley. Premiered by Opera UTEP in March 2023 at Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall in El Paso, this engaging work blends fresh storytelling with lyrical music to invite young audiences into the world of opera. Directed by Cherry Duke, a longtime UTEP faculty member who leads El Paso Opera and UTEP’s opera activities, the project reflects a collaborative spirit between the university and the broader El Paso arts community.

For fans and families, this performer page highlights Maria Thompson Corley’s creative journey, a concise discography of her performing and composing work, and the upcoming UTEP Spring Opera Showcase performances in May 2025 at Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall, El Paso. We’ve got you covered with reliable context, official links, and audience-ready details to secure your seats.

Artist bio and highlights

• Maria Thompson Corley is a prolific composer-artist whose work as a performer and creator spans contemporary opera and vocal showcases. Notable for her melodic storytelling and engaging stage presence, Corley’s pieces emphasize accessibility and imagination for diverse audiences.
• Dreamer (Naxos, 2002); Soulscapes (Albany, 2006); Soulscapes 2 (MSR Classics, 2021); Soul Sanctuary (Navona Records, 2022). These recordings illustrate a sustained collaboration between performer, composer, and producer across years.
• Upcoming Tour / Performances: In 2025, two shows are scheduled for May 2 and May 4 at Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall as part of UTEP’s Spring Opera Showcase, contextualized within LaKMé, The Tales of Hoffmann, and The Medium programs. Date to be announced for other events; stay tuned for official updates.
• Awards & Recognitions: 2023 NYC songSlam winner for Welcome to Guntown; Opera America IDEA grant recipient (with librettist Diana Solomon-Glover) for The Boy from Troy; 2025 Juno nomination connected to The Colour of Joy project. These accomplishments reflect a commitment to innovative, accessible storytelling in opera.

Social media and official sites are the best places to follow updates. For direct information and behind-the-scenes content, visit the official pages and university sites linked below.

Social links (official, with target="_blank" and rel="noopener"): Maria Corley Official, Cherry Duke Official. University pages provide production-specific details and schedules: UTEP and UTEP Music Department.