Lily Kika Smith is a 27-year-old French-American soprano. Born in Paris, France, she later moved to the United States and now resides in Boston, MA.

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Highlights of 2025 include being a finalist in the Mildred Miller International Competition, winning the North Dakota District of the Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition, performing with Sewanee OperaFest as Juliette in Roméo et Juliette (“Amour ranime mon courage”) and Fiordiligi in Così fan tutte(“Prenderò”), and presenting solo recitals in Boston (MA), Dakar (Senegal), Durham (NC), Charlottesville (VA), and Paris (France). Looking ahead, she will perform with the Burbank Philharmonic in Los Angeles in March 2026.

Notable operatic roles include Svetlana in the world premiere of All The Truths We Cannot See in Helsinki, Laetitia in The Old Maid and the Thief, Cendrillon in Massenet's Cendrillon, and Madam Mathilde in On Gold Mountain.

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In addition to her stage career, Lily creates curated live music experiences for private and philanthropic events, fundraisers, and intimate gatherings. Drawing on her recital experience and operatic training, she offers performances ranging from short, immersive “Opera Moments” to intimate salon-style evenings, designed to connect with audiences, elevate events, and leave lasting impressions.

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Whether on a grand stage or in a private, intimate setting, Lily combines technical skill, expressive artistry, and thoughtful programming to create unforgettable musical experiences.