Congratulations on your 40th Anniversary...May you keep up your great tradition of providing wonderful programming for the whole community.
—Tom Chapin, singer and songwriter
OPAS has been for 40 unforgettable years a presenter of unsurpassed and unforgettable artistic events for the university and the entire Brazos Valley...OPAS, here’s to your next 40 years!
—Franz Krager, Director of Orchestras, University of Houston Moores School of Music (Music Director, Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra [1984-96])
Having been in show business for forty years, I have to say that performing on the stage of Rudder is hands down the friendliest atmosphere I’ve ever experienced. Thanks be to Anne and her incredible staff. This is a place to be proud of!
—Jaston Williams, co-author and co-star of the Tuna series
Anne Black joined the MSC OPAS staff in 1984 and has been the executive director of OPAS since 1987.
Paul Parrish is Regents Professor of English Emeritus at Texas A&M University and was president of OPAS during Season 27.
Stephanie Sale is a visual artist and photographer in Bryan-College Station and was president of OPAS during Season 36. |