A California native and UCLA alumna, Jenna Jacobson is an accomplished Production Stage Manager specializing in the intricate demands of opera and large-scale musical theatre. Over the past decade, she has overseen more than 25 productions throughout the United States and Europe, earning a reputation for technical excellence and a deep-seated musicality.

Jenna’s recent leadership includes high-profile residencies as the Resident Production Stage Manager for the Los Angeles Ballet and significant roles with LA Opera, The Dallas Opera, and the Merola Opera Program at San Francisco Opera. Her versatile portfolio ranges from world premieres like Hildegard and Isola to timeless classics such as Tosca, Don Giovanni, and La bohème.

Beyond the stage, Jenna is a published writer and former editor for The Getty Foundation. Her unique background as a professional singer and her linguistic fluency (French, Spanish, Italian) allow her to navigate the technical and artistic complexities of international opera with ease. Whether managing a regional tour or a joint-festival production, she remains dedicated to the musical discipline and precise structure of the craft.