Peter Kazaras directed a double bill of Menotti’s The Medium and Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi for the Merola Opera Program in 2015, shaping a cohesive theatrical evening across two contrasting works. From the psychological intensity of Menotti’s chamber drama to the fast-paced ensemble comedy of Puccini’s one-act masterpiece, the production highlighted his ability to guide emerging artists through distinct stylistic demands while maintaining clarity, pacing, and dramatic focus.