Opera Orlando to Receive $10,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Feb 8, 2021
Opera Orlando has been approved for a $10,000 (ten thousand dollar) Grants for Arts Projects award to support the Opera’s world premiere production of The Secret River. This project will build a foundation for creating new opera for the Company and will feature the Opera’s first commission by a female composer.
American Lyric Theater Announces Opera Writers Diversity and Representation Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Feb 3, 2021
Today American Lyric Theater has announced the Opera Writers Diversity and Representation Initiative as part of an ongoing commitment to mentoring the next generation of operatic writers. First steps include the appointment of conductor Kelly Kuo as ALT’s new Associate Artistic Director and the creation of a free, virtual Opera Writers Symposium.
The American Opera Project Announces Artistic Advisory Council
by A.A. Cristi
- Feb 1, 2021
The American Opera Project announces the creation of the AOP Artistic Advisory Council, composed of artists and innovators from the world of opera and beyond who contribute their time and wise counsel to advance the mission of The American Opera Project. Council members offer their unique ideas and personal insight to the AOP Staff and Board of Directors, mentor creative teams in the development stage, and serve on panels selecting AOP works and artists.
Opera Orlando Announces OPERA ON THE TOWN Series Update
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jan 13, 2021
The Opera has had to postpone the piano workshop of its first commissioned opera, The Secret River, and will now launch the Opera on the Town series with the world premiere of Death of Ivan Ilych in partnership with Thompson Street Opera Company.
VIDEO: New York City Opera Creates UN ZOOMO IN MASCHERA
by Stephi Wild
- Dec 28, 2020
As the year 2020 draws to a close, stars past and present of New York City Opera (NYCO) have come to the aid of “The People’s Opera” by participating in Un Zoomo in Maschera, a word from the artists of New York City Opera, a special year-end fundraiser which will be released on social media today.
OPERA America Seeking Applications for Campbell Opera Librettist Prize
by A.A. Cristi
- Dec 17, 2020
OPERA America, the national service organization for opera and the nation's leading champion for American opera, is pleased to announce the official launch of its newest grant program: the Campbell Opera Librettist Prize (COLP). Conceived and funded by acclaimed librettist and lyricist Mark Campbell, the Prize is the first award in the history of American opera that specifically recognizes the work of the opera librettist. Applications are now open.
Kent Tritle Leads 'OSNY Messiah 2020' Holiday Concert
by Stephi Wild
- Nov 25, 2020
The Oratorio Society of New York's 147th annual performance of Messiah had been slated to take place on Monday, December 21, 2020, at Carnegie Hall. When it became clear that this could not happen, OSNY Music Director Kent Tritle and the organization's leadership came up with a Plan B.
The American Opera Project Announces FERMATA, A Virtual Benefit
by A.A. Cristi
- Nov 16, 2020
The American Opera Project announces fermata, a virtual benefit to be held on Sunday, December 6th at 7pm EST. Soprano Angel Blue and producer Charles Jarden will be honored for their contributions to the world of opera and their communities.
Opera Orlando Announces ON THE TOWN Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Oct 5, 2020
As a complement to Opera Orlando's 2020-21 'On the Mainstage' series that includes Die Fledermaus: The Revenge of the Bat, Hansel & Gretel, and Carmen, the Opera announces its 'On the Town' series, featuring original productions throughout the City Beautiful.
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