Born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, mezzo-soprano Oriana Dunlop is currently completing a Master of Music in Vocal Performance at the New England Conservatory. Notable performance credits include: The Medium (Baba), The Consul (Mother), Werther (Charlotte), Suor Angelica (La Badessa), Street Scene (Nursemaid #2), Carmen (Cigarette Girl, Gypsy), Falstaff (Dame Quickly), and most recently the Witch in NEC's 2009 production of Hansel and Gretel at the Cutler Majestic Theatre.

Prior to moving to Boston, Oriana completed a Bachelor of Music at the University of Western Ontario, in London (Ontario). She has performed in numerous concerts and recitals, in London (Ontario), Ottawa, and Boston. She has also performed in several masterclasses, including those with Brian Zeger, Martin Katz, and Nic Muni.

Previous teachers include Kevin McMillan and Donna Klimoska. Ms. Dunlop currently studies with Karen Holvik.