Babatunde HipHopera
City Winery Boston presents: Babatunde HipHopera live on Sunday, July 5th at 7:30pm.
Babatunde Akinboboye is an internationally celebrated baritone and the pioneer of Hip Hopera, a groundbreaking fusion of classical opera and hip-hop. Combining the grandeur of operatic vocals with the rhythmic intensity of hip-hop, Tunde is carving out a new musical genre and a style all his own, captivating global audiences with his innovative artistry.
In December 2018, Tunde went viral after blending Rossini’s Largo al Factotum with Kendrick Lamar’s HUMBLE, amassing over 10 million views and earning features on TIME, Classic FM, MSN, and more. This viral success introduced audiences to his fusion of opera and hip-hop, a style he has since refined into his own distinct musical genre: Hip Hopera.
A classically trained opera singer, Tunde has performed with Los Angeles Opera, Detroit Opera, Utah Opera, and Portland Opera, taking on standout roles such as Matias Reyes in the Pulitzer Prize-winning opera The Central Park Five, Escamillo in Carmen, and Valentin in Faust.
His dedication to showcasing works by African and African American composers has made him a champion for diversity in classical music.
Now, as a touring Hip Hopera artist, Babatunde is redefining opera for a modern audience. His upcoming debut album (coming soon) will showcase his continued evolution as a performer, merging centuries-old vocal techniques with contemporary beats and storytelling.
With a growing social media presence in the millions, Tunde is a cultural force, using his platform to make opera more accessible and push the boundaries of musical fusion. Whether on stage or online, Babatunde HipHopera is changing the game and bringing HipHopera to the world.
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(opens in a new tab)🍽️ We provide food and beverage service directly to your table in the venue. Or, for an expanded menu and more relaxed experience, arrive early and enjoy a meal in our restaurant before the show. When dining in the restaurant, reservations are encouraged and can be made via Resy starting one month before the show. View Our Concert Dining Menu.(opens in a new tab)
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Reserve your preferred wine by filling out this form(opens in a new tab) and have a bottle waiting at your table when you arrive at your show. No more waiting for your first drink! We will save your wine preference and have a bottle at your table for all future shows. When you want to change your wine, come back to this form and update your preference.
2 Item Per Person Encouraged
🎶 While we do not require a two-item food or beverage minimum, we strongly encourage it. Most ticket revenue goes directly to the artist and production costs, so food and drink purchases help support the staff, service, and atmosphere that make these intimate shows possible.
The good news: we think you’ll love the food and wine just as much as the show.
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