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VIDEO: Dubai Opera Presents Umm Kulthum Hologram Concert
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2020
On August 6-8, Dubai Opera presented a concert of Umm Kulthum, using hologram technology.
Tazewell Thompson Is Named Director Of Opera Studies At Manhattan School Of Music
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2020
Renowned international music conservatory Manhattan School of Music (MSM) announced today that acclaimed opera and theatre director Tazewell Thompson will join the School's Vocal Arts Division as Director of Opera Studies, effective immediately.
Cairo Opera House Will Present an Adaptation of HAMLET
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2020
The Al-Talei'a Theatre troupe will present Al-Seirah Al-Hoalmeiya on 11 and 12 August at the Cairo Opera House's Open-Air Theatre
Lithuanian National Opera Postpones Production of GISELLE
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2020
Following the temporary suspension of the LNOBT by the National Centre for Public Health, the premiere performances of A. Adam's ballet 'Giselle' that were to take place on 12, 13 and 14 August have been postponed until September.
BWW Feature: Opera To Watch Online This Week August 8th to 15th
by Maria Nockin - August 08, 2020
For her delightful Los Angeles Opera Living Room Recital, soprano Latonia Moore is accompanied by pianist Roberto Berrocal. First, she sings: Tatiana's dramatic 'Letter Scene' from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Eugene Onegin. The young and naive girl, Tatiana, writes an expressive love letter to the sophisticated Onegin, who is shocked and rebuffs her.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Presents SIREN SONG
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2020
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota presents Siren Song, its first video production, featuring soprano Johanna Fincher, mezzo-soprano Robyn Rocklein and pianist Michael Stewart.
Long Beach Opera's Dr. Derrell Acon Discusses the Future of Opera in the Wake of Black Lives Matter
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2020
Dr. Derrell Acon, the director of Engagement and Equity at Long Beach Opera, recently talked with Spectrum News 1 about the future of opera in the wake of Black Lives Matter. 
VIDEO: Parrot Sings 'Queen of the Night' From THE MAGIC FLUTE
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2020
This bird needs his own show! A video was recently posted to a Facebook page called Music Porn, featuring a parrot performing opera! The parrot performed a beautiful rendition of 'Queen of the Night' from Mozart's 'The Magic Flute.'
English National Opera Launches 'ENO Breathe'
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2020
The English National Opera will take part in ”ENO Breathe,” a rehabilitation program to support patients recovering from COVID-19.
Karen Slack and Damien Geter Join Portland Opera as Artistic Advisors
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2020
Portland Opera has announced that renowned artists Karen Slack and Damien Geter have joined the company as Artistic Advisors. Slack and Geter will work with General Director Sue Dixon, and interim Artistic Director Daniel Biaggi, on expanded repertoire, casting, public programming, and community engagement.
MET STARS LIVE IN CONCERT Continues With Roberto Alagna and Aleksandra Kurzak
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2020
The Met's new pay-per-view recital series, Met Stars Live in Concert, continues with tenor Roberto Alagna and soprano Aleksandra Kurzak performing live outdoors from the Château de la Chèvre d'Or, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, in Èze, France.
The Met Announces Week 22 Schedule for Nightly Met Opera Streams
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
The Met has announced the Week 22 schedule for its Nightly Met Opera Streams, a free series of encore Live in HD presentations and classic telecasts streamed on the company website during the coronavirus closure.
Houston Grand Opera Studio Collaborates with Opera Companies Nationwide in Search of Opera's Next Stars
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
Houston Grand Opera has announced its partnership with companies nationwide to offer coordinated auditions for the Houston Grand Opera Studioa??s 2021-22 season.
VIDEO: Husband-and-Wife Duo Roberto Alagna and Aleksandra Kurzak Perform 'Caro elisir'
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
As part of the Met’s At-Home Gala on April 25, 2020, the husband-and-wife soprano-tenor duo Roberto Alagna and Aleksandra Kurzak performed the uproarious duet “Caro elisir” from Donizetti’s “L’Elisir d’Amore”.
Opera Orlando to Present Fifth Anniversary Party A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2020
Opera Orlando celebrates five years, Sunday, September 20 at 2 p.m. Opera Orlando's virtual Fifth Anniversary Party: A Grand Night for Singing will be livestreamed from Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum, complete with “red carpet” coverage, incredible singers, special guests, a silent auction, and a look back on a grand five seasons of opera in Orlando. Donate now to be a part of the broadcast online via the Company's YouTube channel. 
Catapult Opera Announces Four New Initiatives to Re-Imagine Opera For the Future
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2020
Catapult Opera has announced all new initiatives to re-imagine opera for the future.
BWW Review: Fleming Continues to Surprise in Met Stars Live in Concert at Washington's Dumbarton Oaks, August 1
by Richard Sasanow - August 02, 2020
Even though soprano Renee Fleming had a big farewell to her role as the Marschallin in DER ROSENKAVALIER in the Met’s recent production premiere, she seems far from the end of her career, not only continuing to concertize but even in opera. So, it was no surprise that she showed up on the roster of the Met’s pay-for-view concerts series, Met Stars Live in Concert.
LA Opera Announces Online Events For the Week of August 3
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2020
During its hiatus from public performances, LA Opera has created an extensive array of online programming under the banner LAO At Home. Here's what's on tap for the week to come.
Opera In Concert Featuring Grammy Award-winning Baritone Gabriel Preisser Streams September 13
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2020
On Sunday, September 13, Opera Orlando fans are in for a special treat as executive director and acclaimed baritone Gabriel Preisser presents an exclusive concert of his personal opera and musical theater favorites in celebration of his recent Grammy win.
Bilbao Opera Announces New Vice President and Secretary
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2020
The Bilbao Opera has announced changes to its board of directors, with a new vice president and secretary on July 23.
The Bender JCC Launches New Series 'Exploring Opera: Behind-the-Scenes'
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2020
The Bender JCC partners with friends at The Osher Marin JCC of San Rafael, CA to bring you Exploring Opera: Behind-the-Scenes, Thursdays August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020 at 4:00 - 5:30 PM (EST) via ZOOM.
Anna Netrebko in TOSCA, Caramoor's FEAST and More Upcoming Classical and Opera Streams Announced
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2020
Check out a list of upcoming classical and opera streams including Anna Netrebko in Tosca, Caramoor's Chamber Music 'Feast', Music Academy of the West streams and more!
Charlottesville Opera Appoints Sharin Apostolou as Ader Artist-in-Residence
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2020
Charlottesville Opera has announced Soprano Sharin Apostolou as CO's first Ader Artist-in-Residence. Sharin is an accomplished professional singer who has graced Charlottesville Opera's stage in leading roles for the past five seasons.
Atlanta Opera Announces Atlanta Opera Company Players
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2020
a??a??a??a??a??a??a?? The Atlanta Opera announces the formation of the Atlanta Opera Company Players, featuring twelve world-class singers, all resident in Atlanta and the southeast, who will collaborate with the company's leadership team to reimagine its 2020a?'21 season.
Episode 10 of THE HIGH NOTE, Hosted by Gabriel Preisser, to Air This Friday
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2020
The High Note, Episode 10, airs this coming Friday, July 31 at noon. Executive director and Grammy award-winning baritone Gabriel Preisser hosts the livestreamed series, presented on the Opera Orlando Facebook page and concurrently streamed on the Company's YouTube channel.

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