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The Royal Opera Announces Cast Change For IL TROVATORE, Tuesday 13 June 2023 
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2023

Sadly, Marina Rebeka has withdrawn from performing the role of Leonora in tomorrow evening's performance of Il trovatore after testing positive for COVID-19. Rachel Willis-Sørensen will perform the role ahead of her scheduled run of performances in Il trovatore from 21 June – 2 July.

Opera Exposures Celebrates Marge Garvin This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023

Opera Exposures presents 'An Afternoon of Spirituals' in Celebration of Marjorie 'Marge' Garvin on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at Christ Episcopal Church.

Royal Opera House Appoints Speranza Scappucci as Principal Guest Conductor
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023

The Royal Opera House has appoints Speranza Scappucci as Principal Guest Conductor of The Royal Opera. Scappucci will take up the position in September 2025, at the start of the 2025/26 Season, becoming the first Principal Guest Conductor since 1997. 

Segerstrom Center For The Arts to Present AN EVENING WITH BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 3, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts will present Broadway's Brian Stokes Mitchell for one night only on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 8 pm.

Mount Wilson Observatory to Present First Classical Concert of Season in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 21, 2023

Mount Wilson Observatory, the scientific marvel where humankind discovered its place in the universe, has announced the second date in its Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome six-month series, to take place on Sunday, June 11, 2023. The concert series is curated by Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan, and the performances are presented inside the spectacular vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope.

GUNFIGHT AT THE NOT-SO-OK SALOON Returns to the Hollywood Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023

The hit show, Gunfight at the Not-So-OK Saloon, is returning to the Hollywood Fringe Festival. Gunfight at the Not-So-OK Saloon is a Gilbert and Sullivan-styled musical comedy set in the Old Wild West with a modern spin.

Mesopotamian Opera Company Presents THE ITALIAN LESSON By Peter Wing Healey
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2023

The Mesopotamian Opera Company presents its new production, The Italian Lesson, with words and music by melodic composer Peter Wing Healey. The opera is scored for piano, violin, cello and percussion, with conductors James Lent and Milos Veljkovic alternating at the piano.

The Atlanta Opera Announces Teams For 96-HOUR OPERA PROJECT, June 9-12
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2023

The Atlanta Opera has announced that five creative teams have been selected to participate in the second annual 96-Hour Opera Project, a composition competition and showcase that pairs composers and librettists to write ten-minute operas. Bringing their completed works to Atlanta, the teams will workshop and rehearse their productions over four days from June 9–12, with travel, housing, singers, pianists and rehearsal space provided.

New Video and Single 'Drift To Wake' Out Now From Curtis Stewart's OF LOVE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023

On Friday, June 2, 2023, violinist and composer Curtis Stewart releases a new self-composed and performed album of Love. The album's second single, Drift to Wake, is out today - just ahead of Mother's Day.

Washington National Opera Reveals Two New Appointments
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023

Washington National Opera has announced two new appointments that will oversee the newly defined Artistic and Production departments.

Patti LuPone Reveals Why She Will Never Return to Broadway
by Michael Major - Apr 24, 2023

After giving up her Actors' Equity membership in 2022, Patti LuPone has revealed why she no longer wants to be on Broadway. In an interview about her new film, Beau Is Afraid, LuPone was asked if her resignation from Actors' Equity is permanent, which lead her to state why she 'doesn't think' she'll ever return to Broadway.

Album Review: Opera Troubador Joshua Blue Proves Those Who Sing Can Also Jam On His New Album BLACK & BLUE
by Bobby Patrick - Apr 19, 2023

This is all by way of saying ... that Joshua Blue is one of these rare OPERA birds that has made a success of this bold move for himself.

Patti LuPone, Sierra Boggess & Sutton Foster to Star in Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2023

Patti LuPone will lead a glittering cast of Broadway luminaries for Everybody Rise! A Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl. See how to purchase tickets!

THE MAGIC FLUTE to be Presented at Portland State University Opera in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2023

Portland State University Opera will present Mozart's final opera, 'The Magic Flute,' April 21 through April 30, 2023, at Lincoln Performance Hall, 1620 SW Park Avenue, Portland.

San Diego Opera's THE FALLING AND THE RISING To Feature Active Military In Singing Roles
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2023

San Diego Opera's 2022-2023 season comes to a close with Zach Redler's opera about  military spirit with The Falling and the Rising. The Falling and the Rising opens May 12, 2022 at 7:30  PM at the Balboa Theatre as part of the dētour Series.

See Patti LuPone on Tour in Austin, Toronto, New York & More!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2023

There are nine chances left to see three-time Tony Award-winning superstar Patti LuPone on her current tour! See performance dates, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Andy Karl, Merritt David Janes & Jaxon James to Lead ARNOLD! DA SCHWARZENEGGER MUSICAL PARODY Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2023

A new musical, Arnold! Da Schwarzenegger Musical Parody is holding an invited reading in New York on Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023, featuring Andy Karl as Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, Merritt David Janes as Middle Arnold, and Jaxon James as Young Arnold.

Masterclass with Tenor Carlos Enrique Santelli Comes to Freedom High School
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2023

Acclaimed tenor Carlos Enrique Santelli, winner of the 2018 Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, will return to his hometown of Orlando this April to make his professional debut in Orlando and Mainstage debut with Opera Orlando as Tonio in their production of The Daughter of the Regiment.

Opera San José Unveils 2023-24 40th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2023

Opera San José General Director Shawna Lucey has unveiled plans for the company's gala 40th anniversary season, which will celebrate the organization's illustrious past, innovative present, and exciting future.

Puccini's TOSCA to Open at San Diego Opera Next Month Starring Michelle Bradley and Greer Grimsley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

San Diego Opera’s 2022-2023 Season will continue with Puccini’s Tosca on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.

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