Opera singer Amber Monroe recently sat down with host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae” to share her journey to the Seattle Opera stage playing Mary Johnson in the upcoming production of “Fellow Travelers,” debuting this Saturday, Feb. 21st. Monroe candidly discussed representation in opera, wrestling with imposter syndrome, and what it took for her to pursue the demanding art form professionally. 

Monroe spoke to the deep personal investment required of an opera singer, acknowledging artists’ vulnerability to put their authentic selves on display to be critiqued. She connected her presence on stage to a larger legacy of representation, paying homage to icons like Jessye Norman, Leontyne Price, and Kathleen Battle for "paving paths" for underrepresented artists. 

She described “Fellow Travelers” as “intimate” and “emotionally unforgettable,” praising the Seattle Opera’s dedication to telling important stories and its commitment to inclusive casting. Monroe believes her work with the company is vital to society, stating, “The stories that we tell or that we silence shape this future.”

“Fellow Travelers” runs from Saturday, Feb. 21st through Sunday, March 1st, 2026, at McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St, Seattle. Get your tickets today at seattleopera.org