"Praised for his “robust voice,” Mexican American tenor Eric Botto has triumphed in romantic leads as Rodolfo (La bohème), Alfredo (La traviata), and Roméo (Roméo et Juliette). 2023 provided Eric with multiple debuts as Gennaro (Lucrezia Borgia) with New Amsterdam Opera, King Kaspar in Amahl and the Night Visitors (Central City Opera) and Benvolio (Roméo et Juliette) with Opera San Antonio.  

Possessing an avid passion for contemporary works, Eric shaped the role of IRS Agent Cordero directly with the renowned composer Tom Cipullo in his latest project: The Calling (working title). In March of 2024, Eric will participate in a new workshop with LOLA Austin and Venezuelan Composer Carlos Cordero in their semi-staged production of Un Cuento de Luces y Sombras. 

Eric has received accolades from esteemed competitions in recent years, receiving 2nd place in Lyra New York’s International Vocal Competition, a Career Advancement Award from Pikes Peak Opera League, and was deemed a finalist in the Lotte Lenya Competition.