Nickel City Opera West

Nickel City Opera Founder and Artistic Director Valerian Ruminski brings his passion for opera to audiences through NCO, in addition to a long and acclaimed history as a professional opera singer and performer. “I want to break the notion that opera is stuffy and only for the rich,” said Ruminski. “The stories are timeless and the music will stick with you. Our shows are very ‘come as you are,’ whether it’s in an evening gown or jeans. We want audiences to walk away being proud they can experience such quality entertainment, right in their own backyard. We're thrilled to be presenting in Palm Springs, our home away from home.​