City Opera Announces World Premiere Of BERLIN: THE LAST CABARET
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
City Opera Vancouver presents the world premiere of the political satire BERLIN: The Last Cabaret (BERLIN) from January 23a?"25, 2020 at Performance Works. Set in Nazi Germany on July 13, 1934, the darkly humorous production takes place the day of Adolf Hitler's national broadcast claiming responsibility for the a?oeNight of the Long Knivesa?? a?" a horrific political purge and extrajudicial execution of more than 85 members of the Sturmabteilung (SA). Directed and co-created by Alan Corbishley, in association with Sound the Alarm: Music/Theatre (soundthealarm.ca), and presented with the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, BERLIN follows an underground cabaret troupe as they decide whether their love of creative and social freedom is worth the ultimate price. The production is City Opera's first appearance in the PuSh Festival.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
City Opera Vancouver presents the world premiere of the political satire BERLIN: The Last Cabaret (BERLIN) from January 23a?"25, 2020 at Performance Works. Set in Nazi Germany on July 13, 1934, the darkly humorous production takes place the day of Adolf Hitler's national broadcast claiming responsibility for the a?oeNight of the Long Knivesa?? a?" a horrific political purge and extrajudicial execution of more than 85 members of the Sturmabteilung (SA). Directed and co-created by Alan Corbishley, in association with Sound the Alarm: Music/Theatre (soundthealarm.ca), and presented with the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, BERLIN follows an underground cabaret troupe as they decide whether their love of creative and social freedom is worth the ultimate price. The production is City Opera's first appearance in the PuSh Festival.
Opera Saratoga Announces MADAMA BUTTERFLY
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
Opera Saratoga announced today the three operas that will be featured at the center of the company's 2020 Summer Festival, to be presented at The Spa Little Theatre in Spa State Park, from June 20th through July 5th, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
Opera Saratoga announced today the three operas that will be featured at the center of the company's 2020 Summer Festival, to be presented at The Spa Little Theatre in Spa State Park, from June 20th through July 5th, 2020.
Opera Saratoga 2020 Summer Festival New York Premiere Of SKY ON SWINGS
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
Opera Saratoga announced today the three operas that will be featured at the center of the company's 2020 Summer Festival, to be presented at The Spa Little Theatre in Spa State Park, from June 20th through July 5th, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
Opera Saratoga announced today the three operas that will be featured at the center of the company's 2020 Summer Festival, to be presented at The Spa Little Theatre in Spa State Park, from June 20th through July 5th, 2020.
Opera Saratoga 2020 Summer Festival: THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
Opera Saratoga announced today the three operas that will be featured at the center of the company's 2020 Summer Festival, to be presented at The Spa Little Theatre in Spa State Park, from June 20th through July 5th, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
Opera Saratoga announced today the three operas that will be featured at the center of the company's 2020 Summer Festival, to be presented at The Spa Little Theatre in Spa State Park, from June 20th through July 5th, 2020.
BWW Review: Heartbeat Opera's Take on Weber's FREISCHUTZ Hits the Mark
by Richard Sasanow - December 10, 2019
Since it's highly unlikely that the Met will take on Carl Maria von Weber's DIE FREISCHUTZ (frequently translated as THE MARKSMAN) anytime soon--or even in the lifetime of any baby born this year--we should be grateful to Heartbeat Opera for bringing it to New York audiences through December 15, in a rootin' tootin' version that resets the piece from 16th-century Bohemia to contemporary Texas.
by Richard Sasanow - December 10, 2019
Since it's highly unlikely that the Met will take on Carl Maria von Weber's DIE FREISCHUTZ (frequently translated as THE MARKSMAN) anytime soon--or even in the lifetime of any baby born this year--we should be grateful to Heartbeat Opera for bringing it to New York audiences through December 15, in a rootin' tootin' version that resets the piece from 16th-century Bohemia to contemporary Texas.
Opera Saratoga's 2019 Fiscal Year Closes With Critical Acclaim For Artistic Programs and More
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
At Opera Saratoga's Annual Meeting on Sunday December 8, 2020, a new slate of officers was elected, followed by the announcement of the results from the company's 2019 fiscal year, which closed on September 30, 2019. The company reported another year of artistic and financial success thanks to the generosity, engagement and partnership of communities throughout the lower Adirondack and New York State capital regions.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2019
At Opera Saratoga's Annual Meeting on Sunday December 8, 2020, a new slate of officers was elected, followed by the announcement of the results from the company's 2019 fiscal year, which closed on September 30, 2019. The company reported another year of artistic and financial success thanks to the generosity, engagement and partnership of communities throughout the lower Adirondack and New York State capital regions.
Stewart Copeland's New Opera ELECTRIC SAINT to Premiere in Weimar in 2020
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2019
In a working partnership approaching three decades, composer Stewart Copeland and librettist Jonathan Moore bring their latest opera 'Electric Saint' to Kunstfest Weimar in September of 2020. The project is a co-commission of the innovative Kunstfest alongside Deutsches Nationaltheater Weimar (DNT). The world premiere performance will take place at Deutsches Nationaltheater Weimar on September 6, 2020, with seven subsequent performances in Weimar.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2019
In a working partnership approaching three decades, composer Stewart Copeland and librettist Jonathan Moore bring their latest opera 'Electric Saint' to Kunstfest Weimar in September of 2020. The project is a co-commission of the innovative Kunstfest alongside Deutsches Nationaltheater Weimar (DNT). The world premiere performance will take place at Deutsches Nationaltheater Weimar on September 6, 2020, with seven subsequent performances in Weimar.
Wheeler Opera House Kicks Off The Holiday Season With Two Shows This Weekend!
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2019
The Wheeler Opera House is pleased to present Lucky Chops on Saturday, December 7 at 7:30pm and A Very Electric Christmas on Sunday, December 8 at 5:30pm. Tickets are $18 for Lucky Chops and tickets for A Very Electric Christmas are $40 adult/$28 child (with Wheeler Wins! pricing available all both shows). Tickets are on sale now at the Wheeler Opera House Box Office (970.920.5770/ aspenshowtix.com). The Wheeler Opera House is located at 320 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen, CO.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2019
The Wheeler Opera House is pleased to present Lucky Chops on Saturday, December 7 at 7:30pm and A Very Electric Christmas on Sunday, December 8 at 5:30pm. Tickets are $18 for Lucky Chops and tickets for A Very Electric Christmas are $40 adult/$28 child (with Wheeler Wins! pricing available all both shows). Tickets are on sale now at the Wheeler Opera House Box Office (970.920.5770/ aspenshowtix.com). The Wheeler Opera House is located at 320 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen, CO.
Eun Sun Kim Appointed Music Director Of San Francisco Opera
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2019
Eun Sun Kim has been appointed the Caroline H. Hume Music Director of San Francisco Opera (SFO), effective August 1, 2021. The appointment was announced today by SFO General Director Matthew Shilvock at the War Memorial Opera House.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2019
Eun Sun Kim has been appointed the Caroline H. Hume Music Director of San Francisco Opera (SFO), effective August 1, 2021. The appointment was announced today by SFO General Director Matthew Shilvock at the War Memorial Opera House.
HANSEL AND GRETEL Continues at San Diego Opera's Main Stage
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2019
San Diego Opera's 2019-2020 mainstage season continues with Engelbert Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel, which opens on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2019
San Diego Opera's 2019-2020 mainstage season continues with Engelbert Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel, which opens on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.
Photos/Reviews: THE QUEEN OF SPADES at the Metropolitan Opera, New York
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
Get a first look and check out reviews for the Met Opera's The Queen of Spades! Tchaikovsky's eerie thriller of imperial Russia has its first performances at the Met since 2011. Tenor Yusif Eyvazov is Hermann, the fanatical gambler whose obsession with a powerful secret drives him to madness. Soprano Lise Davidsen makes her highly anticipated Met debut as his long-suffering lover, Lisa, with mezzo-soprano Larissa Diadkova as the otherworldly Countess. Baritone Igor Golovatenko is Yeletsky, baritone Alexey Markov is Tomsky, and Vasily Petrenko conducts.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
Get a first look and check out reviews for the Met Opera's The Queen of Spades! Tchaikovsky's eerie thriller of imperial Russia has its first performances at the Met since 2011. Tenor Yusif Eyvazov is Hermann, the fanatical gambler whose obsession with a powerful secret drives him to madness. Soprano Lise Davidsen makes her highly anticipated Met debut as his long-suffering lover, Lisa, with mezzo-soprano Larissa Diadkova as the otherworldly Countess. Baritone Igor Golovatenko is Yeletsky, baritone Alexey Markov is Tomsky, and Vasily Petrenko conducts.
BWW Review: Tchaikovsky's QUEEN Reigns and a Star is Born at the Met
by Richard Sasanow - December 04, 2019
I know it takes a leap of faith for the Met to schedule something outside the ABC operas--AIDA, BOHEME, CARMEN plus a TOSCA, TURANDOT and a few others--and go for something a little more off the beaten track. Tchaikovsky's QUEEN OF SPADES certainly falls into that category, even though it isn't exactly an unknown. The current production by Elijah Moshinsky, conducted by Vasily Petrenko, which still looks like new and opened the other day for the season's run, is not just well-sung and beautiful to see but makes a very good case for doing it more often.
by Richard Sasanow - December 04, 2019
I know it takes a leap of faith for the Met to schedule something outside the ABC operas--AIDA, BOHEME, CARMEN plus a TOSCA, TURANDOT and a few others--and go for something a little more off the beaten track. Tchaikovsky's QUEEN OF SPADES certainly falls into that category, even though it isn't exactly an unknown. The current production by Elijah Moshinsky, conducted by Vasily Petrenko, which still looks like new and opened the other day for the season's run, is not just well-sung and beautiful to see but makes a very good case for doing it more often.
BWW Review: THE ASTOUNDING ASTANA BALLET at The Saban Theatre
by Valerie-Jean Miller - December 04, 2019
November 22, 2019 Astonishing in their choice of repertoire, their innovative choreography, their elaborate and colorfully creative costuming and their commanding performance of the choreography. Don't let this first photo confuse you. This Company is so many things, and the picture represents but one facet of their dance works ~ I just had to use it for the beauty and uniqueness of it. The evening commenced with a sextet of pieces that were entitled The Heritage of the Great Steppe, following the history and traditions of the Kazakhstan people. Beautifully executed and visually stunning, each one was unique.
by Valerie-Jean Miller - December 04, 2019
November 22, 2019 Astonishing in their choice of repertoire, their innovative choreography, their elaborate and colorfully creative costuming and their commanding performance of the choreography. Don't let this first photo confuse you. This Company is so many things, and the picture represents but one facet of their dance works ~ I just had to use it for the beauty and uniqueness of it. The evening commenced with a sextet of pieces that were entitled The Heritage of the Great Steppe, following the history and traditions of the Kazakhstan people. Beautifully executed and visually stunning, each one was unique.
Mariss Jansons, World Renowned Conductor, Has Died
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
The New York Times reports that world renowned conductor Mariss Jansons has passed away at age 76. He passed after after a longstanding battle with a heart condition.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
The New York Times reports that world renowned conductor Mariss Jansons has passed away at age 76. He passed after after a longstanding battle with a heart condition.
HB Studio Presents Free Readings Of Jose Rivera's MARICELA DE LA LUZ LIGHTS UP THE WORLD
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
José Rivera's wild and fanciful holiday play Maricela De La Luz Lights the World, directed by David Deblinger, co-founder of the Labyrinth Theater Company and HB faculty member, follows the adventures of Maricela and her brother Riccardo as they save the world from weather catastrophe.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
José Rivera's wild and fanciful holiday play Maricela De La Luz Lights the World, directed by David Deblinger, co-founder of the Labyrinth Theater Company and HB faculty member, follows the adventures of Maricela and her brother Riccardo as they save the world from weather catastrophe.
Casting Announced For American Ballet Theatre's SWAN LAKE At The Detroit Opera House
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT) and the University Musical Society (UMS) have announced the cast for American Ballet Theatre's (ABT) production of a?oeSwan Lake,a?? presented at the Detroit Opera House April 16-19. Starring in the role of Odette/Odile will be ABT Principal dancers Devon Teuchser, Isabella Boylston, Christine Shevchenko, Hee Seo and Gillian Murphy. Cory Stearns, Joo Won Ahn, Thomas Forster, Aran Bell and James Whiteside will alternate the male lead of Prince Siegfried.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT) and the University Musical Society (UMS) have announced the cast for American Ballet Theatre's (ABT) production of a?oeSwan Lake,a?? presented at the Detroit Opera House April 16-19. Starring in the role of Odette/Odile will be ABT Principal dancers Devon Teuchser, Isabella Boylston, Christine Shevchenko, Hee Seo and Gillian Murphy. Cory Stearns, Joo Won Ahn, Thomas Forster, Aran Bell and James Whiteside will alternate the male lead of Prince Siegfried.
VIDEO: Take a Look at AKHNATEN at the Brooklyn Museum
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2019
On November 2, countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo, Brooklyn Youth Chorus, the Mannes Orchestra, and Gandini Juggling gave thousands of attendees at Brooklyn Museum's free First Saturdays event a taste of Philip Glass's AKHNATEN.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2019
On November 2, countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo, Brooklyn Youth Chorus, the Mannes Orchestra, and Gandini Juggling gave thousands of attendees at Brooklyn Museum's free First Saturdays event a taste of Philip Glass's AKHNATEN.
TOSCA An Der Wiener Staatsoper
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2019
Puccinis Tosca wird am Samstag, 30. November 2019 an der Wiener Staatsoper wiederaufgenommen. In der Titelpartie stellt sich die russische Sopranistin Evgenia Muraveva dem Publikum des Hauses am Ring vor, Joseph Calleja singt erstmals an der Wiener Staatsoper den Cavaradossi. Als Scarpia kehrt Bryn Terfel zurück an das Haus am Ring.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2019
Puccinis Tosca wird am Samstag, 30. November 2019 an der Wiener Staatsoper wiederaufgenommen. In der Titelpartie stellt sich die russische Sopranistin Evgenia Muraveva dem Publikum des Hauses am Ring vor, Joseph Calleja singt erstmals an der Wiener Staatsoper den Cavaradossi. Als Scarpia kehrt Bryn Terfel zurück an das Haus am Ring.
Gramercy Opera Returns to Brooklyn's Montauk Club with A GRAMERCY OPERA CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
This December, following the smash success of Dickens' A Christmas Carol: The Opera, Gramercy Opera returns to Brooklyn's exclusive Montauk Club to usher in the holiday season with 'A Gramercy Opera Christmas.'
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
This December, following the smash success of Dickens' A Christmas Carol: The Opera, Gramercy Opera returns to Brooklyn's exclusive Montauk Club to usher in the holiday season with 'A Gramercy Opera Christmas.'
VIDEO: Take a Look at New Videos from the Metropolitan Opera
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges discusses appearing in Philip Glass's “Akhnaten” and her road to the Met stage with Live in HD host Joyce DiDonato. 2019–20 season.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges discusses appearing in Philip Glass's “Akhnaten” and her road to the Met stage with Live in HD host Joyce DiDonato. 2019–20 season.
Peter Gelb Extends Contract at the Metropolitan Opera
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
According to the New York Times, Peter Gelb's contract as general manager of the Metropolitan Opera has been extended through at least 2027.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
According to the New York Times, Peter Gelb's contract as general manager of the Metropolitan Opera has been extended through at least 2027.
Photo Flash: Asia Society And The Santa Fe Opera Present David Henry Hwang And Huang Ruo's M. BUTTERFLY Opera Working Rehearsal
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Asia Society's inaugural Contemporary Art Triennial of Asia, in partnership with the Santa Fe Opera, kicked off its pre-opening programming on Nov 20, 2019 with a sold-out exclusive world preview of the much anticipated new opera M. Butterfly.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Asia Society's inaugural Contemporary Art Triennial of Asia, in partnership with the Santa Fe Opera, kicked off its pre-opening programming on Nov 20, 2019 with a sold-out exclusive world preview of the much anticipated new opera M. Butterfly.
BWW Review: COSI FAN TUTTE Meets GREASE At The Juilliard School
by George Weinhouse - November 25, 2019
Of numerous operaphiles I have encountered, there is a fair amount of partisanship when it comes to COSI FAN TUTTE by Mozart. People either love it or dislike it. I believe the plot is partially to blame; an aging bachelor challenges two younger friends to test their fiancees' devotion and supposedly steadfast natures. They young men disguise themselves and woo each other's prospective mates.
by George Weinhouse - November 25, 2019
Of numerous operaphiles I have encountered, there is a fair amount of partisanship when it comes to COSI FAN TUTTE by Mozart. People either love it or dislike it. I believe the plot is partially to blame; an aging bachelor challenges two younger friends to test their fiancees' devotion and supposedly steadfast natures. They young men disguise themselves and woo each other's prospective mates.
Yusif Eyvazov Will Sing Hermann in Tchaikovsky's THE QUEEN OF SPADES on November 29th and December 2nd and 5th
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Yusif Eyvazov will sing Hermann in the performances of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades on November 29 and December 2 and 5, replacing Aleksandrs Antonenko, who has withdrawn due to illness. As previously announced, Eyvazov is also singing the role on December 8, 14, and 21. Kristian Benedikt will perform the role on December 18.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Yusif Eyvazov will sing Hermann in the performances of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades on November 29 and December 2 and 5, replacing Aleksandrs Antonenko, who has withdrawn due to illness. As previously announced, Eyvazov is also singing the role on December 8, 14, and 21. Kristian Benedikt will perform the role on December 18.
Wheeler Opera House Announces Full Roster Of Events Coming To Winter Season In Aspen
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2019
The Wheeler Opera House is pleased to announce the full roster of its jam-packed winter season, featuring theatrical events, concerts, comedy and films for the entire family to enjoy. Tickets go on sale Monday, November 25 at noon at the Wheeler Box Office (970.920.5770/ aspenshowtix.com). The Wheeler Opera House is located at 320 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen, CO.
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2019
The Wheeler Opera House is pleased to announce the full roster of its jam-packed winter season, featuring theatrical events, concerts, comedy and films for the entire family to enjoy. Tickets go on sale Monday, November 25 at noon at the Wheeler Box Office (970.920.5770/ aspenshowtix.com). The Wheeler Opera House is located at 320 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen, CO.
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