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Cristina Flores is a Mexican-American soprano, film, commercial, and theater actress originally from Laredo, TX. Her performances have been featured in film festivals, audio books, voice-overs, and commercials in Texas, L.A., Tokyo, India, and Nicaragua. Some of her past roles include: Flora in Turn of the Screw, Greta Fiorentino in Street Scene, Maria in West Side Story, and Ben, in Matt and Ben. Most recently she was seen as Lily, in the short film, Pepito, on HBO Latino, and was nominated for a B. Iden Payne Award for Outstanding Actress in her role as the bird, Delilah, with One Ounce Opera.
Cristina loves performing and has a deep background in education through her experience in AmeriCorps, as a Children’s Choir Director at Central Presbyterian Church, and as a Bilingual Early Childhood Music Instructor at Armstrong Community Music School. She has a strong passion for making opera accessible in the community and currently sits on the board of One Ounce Opera, a nonprofit arts producer presenting dramatic musical events as accessible, contemporary, and mainstream through thoughtful, diverse programming in non-traditional locations. Cristina lives in San Antonio, TX, where she performs as a solo artist, collaborating with local visual and dance artists and partnering with local businesses to produce curated and accessible experiences that brings the arts and live performance to new audiences. Cristina finds the most joy in making the arts accessible and engaging for eve ... view more »
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Artist Statement of Work
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At the heart of my work as a performance artist is a passion for connection—between people, disciplines, and stories. Whether through opera, theater, or cross-disciplinary collaborations, I seek to create experiences that invite audiences into intimate, immersive worlds. I am drawn to projects that blend genres and traditions, where music and storytelling converge to spark conversation, emotion, and shared understanding. My approach to performance is deeply rooted in the belief that art is a bridge—one that brings people together across backgrounds and perspectives through storytelling. I find joy in exploring how different artistic forms interact, whether through classical opera infused with technology, experimental chamber works, or innovative theatrical productions. I am particularly interested in fostering curiosity and discovery in both audiences and students alike. Beyond the stage, I am committed to cultivating artistic communities that celebrate collaboration and creative exchange. Whether performing in an opera house, a theater, or a more unconventional space like a brewery, my goal is to craft performances that resonate, inspire, and leave a lasting impact. Through storytelling, music, and the shared experience of live performance, I strive to create moments of connection that transcend the everyday and remind us of the beauty and depth of human expression.
