Jacopo Spirei

Jacopo Spirei is a Professor of Opera at the Opera Academy, Oslo National Academy of the Arts. His work focuses on gender fluidity in operatic contexts, particularly through historical and cultural lenses of Baroque and classical opera. He actively engages in academic lectures and performing arts projects.

• Academic Rank: Professor
• Institution: Oslo National Academy of the Arts
• Email: jacospir@khio.no

Spirei's research explores intersections of gender identity, queer theory, and Baroque opera, with recent publications analyzing fluid gender representation in operatic dramaturgy. His artistic projects include directing major classical and Baroque operas like Mozart’s and Rossini’s works.

Recent research outputs cluster around Baroque operas, gender studies, and performance analysis, emphasizing reinterpretation of historical works through contemporary cultural frameworks.