Name: Babatunde Hip Hopera at City Winery STL
Start: 2025-06-29T19:00:00-05:00
Location: 3730 Foundry Way, Suite 158, St. Louis, MO, United States, Missouri 63110

City Winery St. Louis presents Babatunde HipHopera live on June 29th at 7:00pm!
Tunde Akinboboye, known artistically as Babatunde HipHopera, is a visionary opera singer who has pioneered a bold fusion of traditional opera and hip-hop. Born in the U.S. and raised in Nigeria, Tunde brings a rich cultural perspective to his work, blending classical technique with contemporary expression to create a genre he calls Hip Hopera.
Tunde’s musical journey began in high school, where his passion for classical music was ignited in a choir class. Despite navigating racial and artistic barriers, he achieved notable success in traditional opera. However, his drive to make classical music more accessible and culturally relevant led him to innovate Hip Hopera—a genre that challenges the boundaries of both opera and hip-hop, bridging cultural divides and resonating with a diverse, modern audience.
Recognized as a formidable talent, Tunde has performed at renowned venues and collaborated with leading artists and orchestras. His performances, often going viral, are distinguished by their powerful operatic vocals seamlessly integrated with hip-hop beats, captivating audiences and critics alike.
Offstage, Tunde is a prominent social media influencer, engaging a global audience on classical music, Black history, mental health, and neurodivergence. His platform is a hub for entertainment, education, and advocacy, contributing significantly to the arts community.
Now based in Los Angeles, Tunde continues to push artistic boundaries. His highly anticipated debut full-length album, set to release in February 2025, is poised to further establish his influence as a trailblazer in the music industry. As he embarks on new projects and performances, Tunde remains dedicated to transforming the musical landscape for the 21st century.
Pre-Show Meet & Greet includes Early access to part of the soundcheck, Early access to merch before doors open, Meet-and-greet with artist before the show, Photo op with artist, and Signed poster as a takeaway.