About Bri
Bridgette “Bri” Cooper is an award-winning international opera singer, Broadway touring artist, actress, and creative powerhouse who believes opera doesn’t have to be boring—or exclusive. With a rich mezzo-soprano voice and a vibrant onstage presence, Bri has performed across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Australia, bringing drama, joy, and real-life storytelling to every stage she touches.
A Maryland State Arts Council Touring Artist, Bri partners with nonprofits and communities throughout Maryland to create performances that feel welcoming, exciting, and meaningful. blending classical excellence with modern flair and cultural connection.
Offstage, Bri is just as dynamic. She is the mother of an amazing college student and a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association and the American Guild of Musical Artists. She and her daughter are proud members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated - which recently celebrated 118 years of service, leadership, scholastic excellence, and legacy. Bri is also a member of the Bahamian American Association of Washington, DC, which keeps her in touch with her Bahamian roots as a second-generation Bahamian-American.
Bridgette was recently invited to perform for the Prime Minister of the Bahamas for the Diaspora Awards, where her late aunt was recognized for her contributions to preserving the rich Bahamian history in Coconut Grove. She is the recipient of several awards for singing and recognized for her contributions to the world of music as a Distinguished Alumna of the East Carolina University School of Music. Her singing awards include the Bel Canto Award, the Marian Anderson Scholar Award, the Marjorie Lawrence International Award of Singing, the Paul Robeson National Award, and the National Teachers of Singing State and Regional Finalist, to name a few. Bri started singing classical music at the age of 12.
Bridgette ran for U.S. Congress in 2018 and 2020, using her voice beyond the stage to advocate for the arts, education, and creative spaces that heal, spark conversation, and bring people together. Whether she’s singing, producing, hosting, or creating unforgettable experiences, Bri is all about making the arts feel luxe, accessible, and undeniably fun.