Mr. Benoliel received degrees from both the University of Michigan School of Music and The Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia.

He was twice a New England finalist in the Met National Council Auditions, an invited finalist in Placido Domingo's Operalia competition, and a Liederkranz Foundation prizewinner. Roles include Figaro in Il barbiere di Siviglia and Valentin in Faust. He has appeared with Glimmerglass Opera, Hong Kong Opera, and NYCO, to name a few.

Hometown: New Rochelle, New York

Met Debut: 2010