Russian State Opera Will Return to the Belgrade Theatre with Verdi's AIDA and Bizet's CARMEN
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2020
Following the latest tour of their popular ballet productions last year, the internationally acclaimed Russian State Ballet and Opera House return to the Belgrade Theatre this spring with a double-bill of classic operas, centred on two fearless female characters.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2020
Following the latest tour of their popular ballet productions last year, the internationally acclaimed Russian State Ballet and Opera House return to the Belgrade Theatre this spring with a double-bill of classic operas, centred on two fearless female characters.
Fifth Annual VOICE Gala Slated for March at the Harmonie Club
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
The fifth annual VOICE Gala is slated for March 23, 2020 in a regal culmination of the weeklong program of VOICExperience's Opera As Drama program. This annual gala, which supports scholarships for the Milnes VOICE Programs, will take place at the Harmonie Club, one of New York City's oldest, private social clubs, located at 4 East 60th Street in Manhattan.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
The fifth annual VOICE Gala is slated for March 23, 2020 in a regal culmination of the weeklong program of VOICExperience's Opera As Drama program. This annual gala, which supports scholarships for the Milnes VOICE Programs, will take place at the Harmonie Club, one of New York City's oldest, private social clubs, located at 4 East 60th Street in Manhattan.
Kent State University Opera Theatre Will Present A Double Feature With Women Leads in March
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
Kent State University Opera Theatre transforms the Glauser School of Music's Ludwig Recital Hall into an opera house to present a double feature of Menotti's 'The Medium' and an abbreviated version of Purcell's 'Dido and Aeneas.' Performances are March 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and March 15 at 3 p.m. Ludwig is in the Center for the Performing Arts at 1325 Theatre Dr. with free parking in all surrounding lots.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
Kent State University Opera Theatre transforms the Glauser School of Music's Ludwig Recital Hall into an opera house to present a double feature of Menotti's 'The Medium' and an abbreviated version of Purcell's 'Dido and Aeneas.' Performances are March 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and March 15 at 3 p.m. Ludwig is in the Center for the Performing Arts at 1325 Theatre Dr. with free parking in all surrounding lots.
Soprano Caitlin Crabill Will Now Sing the Role of Wally in Sarasota Opera's LA WALLY
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Executive Director Richard Russell and Artistic Director Victor DeRenzi have announced that soprano Caitlin Crabill will be performing the role of Wally for all performances of Sarasota Opera's production of Alfredo Catalani's La Wally, opening Saturday, March 7, 2020. Teresa Romano, who was originally scheduled to sing in the production, has withdrawn due to illness.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Executive Director Richard Russell and Artistic Director Victor DeRenzi have announced that soprano Caitlin Crabill will be performing the role of Wally for all performances of Sarasota Opera's production of Alfredo Catalani's La Wally, opening Saturday, March 7, 2020. Teresa Romano, who was originally scheduled to sing in the production, has withdrawn due to illness.
Resonance Works Brings New Opera To Pittsburgh In 2020-2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
On October 23 & 25, RESONANCE WORKS will open its 2020-2021 season with I Am a Dreamer Who No Longer Dreams at the New Hazlett Theater on Pittsburgh's North Side.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
On October 23 & 25, RESONANCE WORKS will open its 2020-2021 season with I Am a Dreamer Who No Longer Dreams at the New Hazlett Theater on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Teatro alla Scala Cancels Performances Due To Coronavirus
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Performances at Teatro alla Scala in Milan are cancelled until further notice due to the Coronavirus. The theatre released a statement, noting: In relation to the diffusion of the Coronavirus, the Ministry of Health, in agreement with the President of the Lombardy Region, has ordered the suspension of any events and initiatives and of any meeting in public places, including cultural ones, until Sunday 1 March.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Performances at Teatro alla Scala in Milan are cancelled until further notice due to the Coronavirus. The theatre released a statement, noting: In relation to the diffusion of the Coronavirus, the Ministry of Health, in agreement with the President of the Lombardy Region, has ordered the suspension of any events and initiatives and of any meeting in public places, including cultural ones, until Sunday 1 March.
The Metropolitan Opera Will Present a New Production of Wagner's DER FLIEGENDE HOLLANDER
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The Metropolitan Opera will present a new production of Wagner's early masterpiece Der Fliegende Holländer on March 2, 2020, with performances continuing through March 27. Valery Gergiev conducts the new staging from director François Girard, whose interpretation is centered on the young woman Senta's obsession with a portrait of the Dutchman.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The Metropolitan Opera will present a new production of Wagner's early masterpiece Der Fliegende Holländer on March 2, 2020, with performances continuing through March 27. Valery Gergiev conducts the new staging from director François Girard, whose interpretation is centered on the young woman Senta's obsession with a portrait of the Dutchman.
Nine Singers Advance To The Final Round Of The 2020 Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Following yesterday's semi-final competition, nine young singers have advanced to the final round of the Metropolitan Opera's 2020 National Council Auditions. In the public concert, finalists perform on the Met stage Sunday, March 1 at 3 p.m., for an audience of judges, agents, industry leaders, and the general public (in the auditorium and live on the radio). The finalists, chosen by a panel of opera administrators from the Met and other companies, each perform two arias with the Met Orchestra conducted by Bertrand de Billy. Prize money will increase for the first time in 20 years, with the winners receiving individual cash prizes of $20,000 (previously $15,000), and the prestigious and potentially career-launching title of National Council Auditions Winner. The remaining finalists receive $10,000 (previously $7,500).
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Following yesterday's semi-final competition, nine young singers have advanced to the final round of the Metropolitan Opera's 2020 National Council Auditions. In the public concert, finalists perform on the Met stage Sunday, March 1 at 3 p.m., for an audience of judges, agents, industry leaders, and the general public (in the auditorium and live on the radio). The finalists, chosen by a panel of opera administrators from the Met and other companies, each perform two arias with the Met Orchestra conducted by Bertrand de Billy. Prize money will increase for the first time in 20 years, with the winners receiving individual cash prizes of $20,000 (previously $15,000), and the prestigious and potentially career-launching title of National Council Auditions Winner. The remaining finalists receive $10,000 (previously $7,500).
San Diego Opera's Main Stage Season Continues With THE BARBER OF SEVILLE
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
San Diego Opera's 2019-2020 main stage season comes to a close with Gioachino Rossini's classic comedy The Barber of Seville which opens on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances. Additional performances are April 28, May 1, and 3 (matinee), 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
San Diego Opera's 2019-2020 main stage season comes to a close with Gioachino Rossini's classic comedy The Barber of Seville which opens on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances. Additional performances are April 28, May 1, and 3 (matinee), 2020.
Lisette Oropesa, the Met's Courtesan of the Moment, Brings Her TRAVIATA to Town
by Richard Sasanow - February 25, 2020
It's been a big year for soprano Lisette Oropesa, with starring roles at major European houses. But in this country, it's something else entirely: She won the Richard Tucker Award and the Met's Beverly Sills Award. That was followed by a pair of name-above-the-title roles, her first at the Met: her role debut in Massenet's MANON and, this week, her house role debut as Verdi's Violetta in LA TRAVIATA.
by Richard Sasanow - February 25, 2020
It's been a big year for soprano Lisette Oropesa, with starring roles at major European houses. But in this country, it's something else entirely: She won the Richard Tucker Award and the Met's Beverly Sills Award. That was followed by a pair of name-above-the-title roles, her first at the Met: her role debut in Massenet's MANON and, this week, her house role debut as Verdi's Violetta in LA TRAVIATA.
Houston Grand Opera Will Present Opera Camps for Students in Grades K-12
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Houston Grand Opera's HGOco has announced four unique summer opera camps designed for specific age groups and experiences, in partnership with American Festival for the Arts (AFA) and special sessions by DACAMERA. All camps are held at Houston Grand Opera located in the Wortham Theater Center. Registration is now open. For grades K - 2, there are options of one-week or two-week sessions, while the camps for grades 3 - 12 are two weeks long.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Houston Grand Opera's HGOco has announced four unique summer opera camps designed for specific age groups and experiences, in partnership with American Festival for the Arts (AFA) and special sessions by DACAMERA. All camps are held at Houston Grand Opera located in the Wortham Theater Center. Registration is now open. For grades K - 2, there are options of one-week or two-week sessions, while the camps for grades 3 - 12 are two weeks long.
American Guild of Musical Artists Finds Placido Domingo Had 'Inappropriate Activity' With Women
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
On September 6, 2019, The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) announced the union had retained an independent investigator to examine allegations of sexual harassment and discrimination made by AGMA members against Plácido Domingo.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
On September 6, 2019, The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) announced the union had retained an independent investigator to examine allegations of sexual harassment and discrimination made by AGMA members against Plácido Domingo.
Sarasota Opera Presents Alfredo Catalani's LA WALLY, Opening March 7
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
The final opera of the 2020 Winter Opera Festival is a new production of La Wally (pronounced a?oelah vahLEEa??) by Alfredo Catalani, a work not seen in the U.S. for more than 30 years.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
The final opera of the 2020 Winter Opera Festival is a new production of La Wally (pronounced a?oelah vahLEEa??) by Alfredo Catalani, a work not seen in the U.S. for more than 30 years.
Nickelodeon Renews RYAN'S MYSTERY PLAYDATE for a Third Season
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 24, 2020
Nickelodeon has greenlit a third season of the top-rated preschool series Ryan's Mystery Playdate, starring eight-year-old YouTube superstar Ryan of Ryan's World. Created and produced by pocket.watch, the studio creating global franchises from the YouTube stars and characters loved by Generation Alpha, the live-action series follows Ryan as he tackles a series of imaginative, physical challenges and solves mystery box puzzles to reveal the identity of his playdate. Ryan's Mystery Playdate ranked as the number-one preschool series on all TV for 2019, and new season three episodes will begin airing this Spring. Ryan's Mystery Playdate airs regularly weekdays at 12:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon and 4:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on the Nick Jr. channel.
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 24, 2020
Nickelodeon has greenlit a third season of the top-rated preschool series Ryan's Mystery Playdate, starring eight-year-old YouTube superstar Ryan of Ryan's World. Created and produced by pocket.watch, the studio creating global franchises from the YouTube stars and characters loved by Generation Alpha, the live-action series follows Ryan as he tackles a series of imaginative, physical challenges and solves mystery box puzzles to reveal the identity of his playdate. Ryan's Mystery Playdate ranked as the number-one preschool series on all TV for 2019, and new season three episodes will begin airing this Spring. Ryan's Mystery Playdate airs regularly weekdays at 12:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon and 4:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on the Nick Jr. channel.
Works & Process At The Guggenheim Will Present Opera Theatre Of Saint Louis' AWAKENINGS
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, will present Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Awakenings by Tobias Picker and Aryeh Lev Stollman on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, will present Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Awakenings by Tobias Picker and Aryeh Lev Stollman on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at 7:30pm.
Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Dress Rehearsal for THE LAST AMERICAN HAMMER at Pittsburgh Opera
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2020
Pittsburgh Opera presents Pittsburgh debut of heartfelt contemporary satire The Last American Hammer, Feb. 22 - March 1.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2020
Pittsburgh Opera presents Pittsburgh debut of heartfelt contemporary satire The Last American Hammer, Feb. 22 - March 1.
NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA Wins Top Prizes at First LEAF Awards
by Oliver Oliveros - February 21, 2020
The 60th-anniversary production of Noli Me Tangere, The Opera, which J&S Productions Inc. premiered in New York City in 2013, and performed to packed audiences at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in 2017 and 2019, brought home some of the top prizes at the first Philippine Live Entertainment Arts and Festivals Awards (LEAF Awards) held 8 February 2020.
by Oliver Oliveros - February 21, 2020
The 60th-anniversary production of Noli Me Tangere, The Opera, which J&S Productions Inc. premiered in New York City in 2013, and performed to packed audiences at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in 2017 and 2019, brought home some of the top prizes at the first Philippine Live Entertainment Arts and Festivals Awards (LEAF Awards) held 8 February 2020.
Ars Lyrica Gala A STAR IS BORN Honors Local Opera Treasure
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Ars Lyrica Houston will hold its 2020 Spring Gala, A Star is Born, on Saturday, April 25th, 2020 at the sophisticated Hotel Alessandra in downtown Houston. This event, chaired by Robin Angly and Miles Smith, founding members of Ars Lyrica's Opera Circle, principally supports the organization's biennial Baroque opera productions, including a new production of Purcell's Dido and Aeneas announced for May 2021.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Ars Lyrica Houston will hold its 2020 Spring Gala, A Star is Born, on Saturday, April 25th, 2020 at the sophisticated Hotel Alessandra in downtown Houston. This event, chaired by Robin Angly and Miles Smith, founding members of Ars Lyrica's Opera Circle, principally supports the organization's biennial Baroque opera productions, including a new production of Purcell's Dido and Aeneas announced for May 2021.
BWW Review: Berlioz's DAMNATION DE FAUST - Erato
by George Weinhouse - February 20, 2020
A gorgeous new recoding of Berlioz's DAMNATION DE FAUST, on the Erato label, has come my way and it is well-worth investigating. The work has entered the public consciousness with the recent revival by the Metropolitan Opera in late January and early February.
by George Weinhouse - February 20, 2020
A gorgeous new recoding of Berlioz's DAMNATION DE FAUST, on the Erato label, has come my way and it is well-worth investigating. The work has entered the public consciousness with the recent revival by the Metropolitan Opera in late January and early February.
The London Coliseum Will Host New Production of Mozart's Comedy Opera THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Joe Hill-Gibbins returns to ENO with his staging of The Marriage of Figaro, making his main stage debut alongside Chief Conductor of the Munich Symphony Orchestra Kevin John Edusei, who makes his ENO debut in the pit.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Joe Hill-Gibbins returns to ENO with his staging of The Marriage of Figaro, making his main stage debut alongside Chief Conductor of the Munich Symphony Orchestra Kevin John Edusei, who makes his ENO debut in the pit.
Heartland Opera Will Present Puccini's SUOR ANGELIA and GIANNI SCHICCHI
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Heartland Opera Theatre announces new productions of Puccini's Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi, presented as a double bill on March 6th at 7pm and March 8th at 2pm. Both performances will take place at Joplin Memorial Hall in the heart of Joplin, Missouri.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Heartland Opera Theatre announces new productions of Puccini's Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi, presented as a double bill on March 6th at 7pm and March 8th at 2pm. Both performances will take place at Joplin Memorial Hall in the heart of Joplin, Missouri.
Finalists Announced for the 2020 George London Award Competition
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
On February 21, 2020, some of the best young American and Canadian opera singers will perform with pianist Lydia Brown before a panel of judges and an enthusiastic audience at The Morgan Library & Museum. At the event's conclusion, a few of them will be named this year's winners of the George London Award, an honor that has been conferred upon hundreds of the best young singers since 1971. The award, currently a $10,000 prize, is named for the legendary Canadian-American bass-baritone, one of the greatest opera singers of 20th century.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
On February 21, 2020, some of the best young American and Canadian opera singers will perform with pianist Lydia Brown before a panel of judges and an enthusiastic audience at The Morgan Library & Museum. At the event's conclusion, a few of them will be named this year's winners of the George London Award, an honor that has been conferred upon hundreds of the best young singers since 1971. The award, currently a $10,000 prize, is named for the legendary Canadian-American bass-baritone, one of the greatest opera singers of 20th century.
Cerise Jacobs Teams Up with Elena Ruehr for World Premiere of Poli Sci-Fi Opera COSMIC COWBOY
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The newest opera from creator and librettist Cerise Jacobs and her activist opera company, White Snake Projects, is titled Cosmic Cowboy: a work of poli sci-fi that blends ancient history and fantasy to talk about the subject of colonization.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The newest opera from creator and librettist Cerise Jacobs and her activist opera company, White Snake Projects, is titled Cosmic Cowboy: a work of poli sci-fi that blends ancient history and fantasy to talk about the subject of colonization.
Capitol City Opera Company Set To Present Gounod's ROMEO ET JULIETTE
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The love story that will last generations comes to life as Capitol City Opera Company (CCOC), a 501(c)3 non-profit professional opera company, opens its 37th season with their first full-staged French opera, Roméo et Juliette by composer Charles Gounod on Friday, March 6 at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7 at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, March 8 at 3:00 p.m. at Conant Performing Arts Center at Oglethorpe University. Tickets are $30 - $40 and are available online at ccityopera.org.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The love story that will last generations comes to life as Capitol City Opera Company (CCOC), a 501(c)3 non-profit professional opera company, opens its 37th season with their first full-staged French opera, Roméo et Juliette by composer Charles Gounod on Friday, March 6 at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7 at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, March 8 at 3:00 p.m. at Conant Performing Arts Center at Oglethorpe University. Tickets are $30 - $40 and are available online at ccityopera.org.
Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsals for LA BOHÈME at Theater Latté Da
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
Rehearsals have begun for Theater Latté Da's production of LA BOHÈME, the beloved Puccini opera re-imagined by Peter Rothstein and orchestrator Joseph Schlefke. The production brings together rising stars in the opera world along with favorite performers from the Twin Cities music scene. Among the top 5 operas performed around the globe, LA BOHÈME features music by Giacomo Puccini and libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. The production is directed by Theater Latté Da Artistic Director Peter Rothstein [1] with Music Direction by Eric McEnaney and features a new orchestration by Joseph Schlefke.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
Rehearsals have begun for Theater Latté Da's production of LA BOHÈME, the beloved Puccini opera re-imagined by Peter Rothstein and orchestrator Joseph Schlefke. The production brings together rising stars in the opera world along with favorite performers from the Twin Cities music scene. Among the top 5 operas performed around the globe, LA BOHÈME features music by Giacomo Puccini and libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. The production is directed by Theater Latté Da Artistic Director Peter Rothstein [1] with Music Direction by Eric McEnaney and features a new orchestration by Joseph Schlefke.
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