Joshua Kohl

Artistic Director

Joshua Kohl, a seasoned tenor with over 20 years of experience on the international opera stage, brings a wealth of artistic expertise to his role as Artistic Director of Fargo-Moorhead Opera. His distinguished performance career includes engagements with leading U.S. companies such as Seattle Opera, Minnesota Opera, and Pittsburgh Opera, as well as international stages like Musiktheater im Revier - Gelsenkirchen and Konzert Theater Bern. Renowned for his versatility and dramatic depth, Joshua has brought to life an array of iconic roles, from the heroic Calaf in Turandot to the poignant Lensky in Eugene Onegin.

As an ensemble member for six seasons at Theater Freiburg, Joshua honed his craft performing an extensive repertoire, including Des Grieux in Manon, Rodolfo in La Bohème, Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly, and Prologue/Peter Quint in The Turn of the Screw, among others. His recording of Hulda with the Philharmonisches Orchester Freiburg earned critical acclaim, with MusicWeb International praising his performance as “the greatest vocal strength” of the cast.

Joshua’s connection to Fargo-Moorhead Opera began in 2013, performing in productions such as Gianni Schicchi, Carmen, and La Bohème. In 2017, he chose to make Fargo his home and started a family. Alongside his duties with the opera, Joshua serves as a Professional Search Consultant at Preference Employment Solutions, where he continues to connect with and support the local community.

A proponent of collaboration, Joshua draws on his extensive performance background and international network to build upon FM Opera’s legacy of artistic excellence, fostering local talent and enhancing the company’s presence in the operatic community.

For more information about his performance career, please visit www.joshuakohltenor.com

Regina Thiel

Executive Director