Obituary: Operatic Superman Speight Jenkins
Opera enthusiasts, and devotees of Seattle Opera in particular, have been grieving the recent loss of a titan whose memory never will be absent from the minds of people who knew and loved him.
Opera Newsroom
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Conductor Lorenzo Passerini Will Make Royal Opera Debut In Puccini’s LA BOHEME
Conductor Lorenzo Passerini makes his Royal Opera House debut leading Richard Jones' staging of Puccini's LA BOHÈME, featuring two casts including Freddie De Tommaso, Juliana Grigoryan, and several artists making their Royal Opera debuts.
THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO to Open in Oak Park with Bellissima Opera
Bellissima Opera will present Mozart's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO at the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association in Oak Park, IL, starring baritone José Luis Maldonado in a new adaptation exploring censorship and privilege.
OPERA IN THE PARK to Celebrate 25th Anniversary with Free Madison Concert
Madison Opera's OPERA IN THE PARK returns for its 25th year with a free outdoor concert at Garner Park, featuring soloists, the Madison Opera Chorus, and Madison Symphony Orchestra performing opera and musical theater favorites.
Tsinandali Festival Reveals Lineup for 2026 Edition in Georgia's Wine Country
The Tsinandali Festival returns to the Tsinandali Estate in Georgia, featuring the Pan-Caucasian Youth Orchestra in four concerts led by Gianandrea Noseda, alongside soloists including Lisa Batiashvili and Pinchas Zukerman.
Photos: MRS T Opera About Margaret Thatcher Makes London Debut at Kings Place
MRS T, the first opera to explore Margaret Thatcher's years in office, held an exclusive showcase at Kings Place in London, featuring mezzo-soprano Lucy Schaufer in the title role.
Longborough Festival Opera Music Director Anthony Negus Named CBE
Anthony Negus, Music Director of Longborough Festival Opera since 2000, has been named a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the King's Honours List for his services to music.
I FEEL GOOD: AN HOMAGE TO JAMES BROWN to Open at Springer Opera House
The Springer Opera House, the State Theatre of Georgia, will present I FEEL GOOD: AN HOMAGE TO JAMES BROWN in Emily Woodruff Hall, celebrating the life and music of the Godfather of Soul over Juneteenth and Father's Day weekend.
Video: WATER MEMORY (JALA SMRITI) World Premiere at The Atlanta Opera
The Atlanta Opera presents the world premiere of WATER MEMORY (JALA SMRITI), a new opera by Kitty Brazelton and Vaibu Mohan, performing at the Ferst Center for the Performing Arts at Georgia Tech.
TWILIGHT OF THE GODS Trailer Unveiled Ahead of Atlanta Opera Run at Cobb Energy
The Atlanta Opera posted the official trailer for TWILIGHT OF THE GODS, Wagner's final Ring cycle opera, set to run at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center in Atlanta.
Review: LA BOHÈME, The Grange Festival
Puccini's tear-jerker La bohème is always a crowd-pleaser for any opera festival.
Cimarron Opera Will Perform PATIENCE at Nancy O'Brian Center
Cimarron Opera will present Gilbert and Sullivan's PATIENCE at the Nancy O'Brian Center for the Performing Arts in Norman, Oklahoma, featuring a cast of Oklahoma performers, several making their Cimarron Opera debuts.
Video: FELLOW TRAVELERS Comes to San Diego Opera
San Diego Opera presents FELLOW TRAVELERS, an opera set in 1953 Washington D.
MIDSUMMER OPERA DREAM FESTIVAL to Return to Northern Virginia for Second Year
Canto Vocal Programs will present the second annual Midsummer Opera Dream Festival at Dreamscapes Performing Arts Center in Sterling, Virginia, featuring masterclasses, themed concerts, family-friendly events, and fully staged performances with emerging singers from around the world.
Video: ELEKTRA at San Francisco Opera
San Francisco Opera has unveiled a trailer for its current production of ELEKTRA, Richard Strauss's one-act opera, which is running at the War Memorial Opera House through June 27 as part of the company's 2025–26 season.
Video: TWILIGHT OF THE GODS Soprano Lise Lindstrom on Brunnhilde and Wagner's Final Ring Chapter at Atlanta Opera
Soprano Lise Lindstrom, who plays Brunnhilde in The Atlanta Opera's TWILIGHT OF THE GODS, shares insights into the characters and story of Wagner's final chapter of Das Ring der Nibelungen.
ERCOLE AMANTE is Now Playing in Paris
The Paris Opera is now presenting a new production of Ercole amante by composer Antonia Bembo at the Opéra Bastille, marking the first staged European production of the opera and its debut in the company's repertoire.
New Production of COSÌ FAN TUTTE Will Be Performed By Teatro Grattacielo
Teatro Grattacielo announced a new production of Mozart's COSÌ FAN TUTTE, directed by Cate Pisaroni and conducted by Abdiel Vázquez, at Ellen Stewart Theatre at La MaMa in New York City.
Janie Dee Named New Patron of Buxton Opera House
Olivier Award-winning actress Janie Dee has been appointed patron of Buxton Opera House, joining Lady Jasmine Cavendish in the role.
Italia Conti Restructures Senior Leadership in 115th Anniversary Year
Bradley Hawkins has been appointed Principal of Italia Conti as Hayley Newton-Jarvis shifts to a focused CEO role, marking a leadership evolution at the UK performing arts institution during its 115th anniversary year.
EARTH TO KENZIE Children's Opera to Tour Colorado in Co-Production
Opera Colorado and Central City Opera announced a co-production of EARTH TO KENZIE, a children's opera by Frances Pollock and Jessica Murphy Moo, with school and community bookings open for fall 2026.
EARTH TO KENZIE Children's Opera to Be Presented by Central City Opera and Opera Colorado
Central City Opera and Opera Colorado will present a co-production of Earth to Kenzie, a children's opera by Frances Pollock, with performances set to take place across Colorado.
NO TENORS ALLOWED Summer Concert Series to Launch Opera Orlando's 2026-27 Season
Opera Orlando will present NO TENORS ALLOWED, a summer concert series featuring sopranos Nola Richardson, Yeawon Jun, and Johanna Will across three consecutive Sunday performances at Dr.
Review: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at Opera Theatre Of St. Louis
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RIGOLETTO to Return to Sydney Opera House for Opera Australia's 70th Anniversary
Opera Australia will present Elijah Moshinsky's acclaimed production of RIGOLETTO at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, featuring baritone Dalibor Jenis, tenor Kang Wang, and soprano Gemma Nha making her Sydney Opera House debut.
