Opera Santa Barbara Opens 2019-20 Season With MADAMA BUTTERFLY
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
Opera SB opens its 26th season with several returning favorite artists. Soprano Eleni Calenos and tenor Harold Meers will headline a lavish production of Puccini's opera, Madama Butterfly 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, at The Granada Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
Opera SB opens its 26th season with several returning favorite artists. Soprano Eleni Calenos and tenor Harold Meers will headline a lavish production of Puccini's opera, Madama Butterfly 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, at The Granada Theatre.
Cincinnati Opera Presents Metropolitan Opera Star Stephen Costello In An Evening Of Bel Canto Arias
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
Cincinnati Opera proudly presents world-renowned tenor Stephen Costello in a special concert event this fall.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
Cincinnati Opera proudly presents world-renowned tenor Stephen Costello in a special concert event this fall.
Portland Opera Announces Daniel Biaggi As New Interim Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
The Portland Opera has announced that Daniel Biaggi will join the company this fall in a newly established role as interim artistic director.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
The Portland Opera has announced that Daniel Biaggi will join the company this fall in a newly established role as interim artistic director.
Madison Opera Presents LA TRAVIATA Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Madison Opera opens its 59th season with Verdi's La Traviata, one of the most popular operas in the world, on Friday, November 1 at 8 PM and Sunday, November 3 at 2:30 PM in Overture Hall.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Madison Opera opens its 59th season with Verdi's La Traviata, one of the most popular operas in the world, on Friday, November 1 at 8 PM and Sunday, November 3 at 2:30 PM in Overture Hall.
Plácido Domingo Departs LA Opera Amid Harassment Inquiries
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
The New York Times reports that Plácido Domingo has departed the LA Opera as general director and will no longer appear in any upcoming performances, which were has last scheduled upcoming concerts in the USA amidst a series of allegations against him of harassment.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
The New York Times reports that Plácido Domingo has departed the LA Opera as general director and will no longer appear in any upcoming performances, which were has last scheduled upcoming concerts in the USA amidst a series of allegations against him of harassment.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Explains The History Of SCALIA/GINSBURG Opera
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Watch as Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg explains the origins and plot of the opera Scalia/Ginsburg! Scalia/Ginsburg is the American opera by composer-librettist Derrick Wang that ushered in the era of Supreme Court-themed books, films, and art.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Watch as Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg explains the origins and plot of the opera Scalia/Ginsburg! Scalia/Ginsburg is the American opera by composer-librettist Derrick Wang that ushered in the era of Supreme Court-themed books, films, and art.
Video: First Look at TURANDOT at Metropolitan Opera
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Turandot begins performances at the Metropolitan Opera this week and we have a first look for you. Check out the clips below!
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Turandot begins performances at the Metropolitan Opera this week and we have a first look for you. Check out the clips below!
Drottningholm Theater Announces Production for 2020 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
The Drottningholms Slottstteater in Stockholm has announced its main production for the summer of 2020 will be a new staging of Agrippina by George Frideric Handel.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
The Drottningholms Slottstteater in Stockholm has announced its main production for the summer of 2020 will be a new staging of Agrippina by George Frideric Handel.
Sir Mark Elder Cancels DEATH IN VENICE At Royal Opera
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
The Royal Opera, Covent Garden has announced that Sir Mark Elder has canceled his upcoming engagement with the company.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
The Royal Opera, Covent Garden has announced that Sir Mark Elder has canceled his upcoming engagement with the company.
Piotr Beczala Cancels Final Performance of LA TRAVIATA in Berlin
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Piotr Beczala did not appear in the final performance of Verdi's La Traviata, due to being on vocal rest after issues with his vocal chords.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Piotr Beczala did not appear in the final performance of Verdi's La Traviata, due to being on vocal rest after issues with his vocal chords.
Mozart's DON GIOVANNI From London's Royal Opera House Arrives In Movie Theaters October 28
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
From October 28, Mozart's exciting opera Don Giovanni will enchant audiences in movie theaters around the US. This wonderful fast-moving tragi-comedy about a master seducer features enchantingly complex characters, gripping drama and glorious melodies, from Don Giovanni's exuberant 'Champagne Aria' to Don Ottavio's tender expression of love 'Dalla sua pace'.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
From October 28, Mozart's exciting opera Don Giovanni will enchant audiences in movie theaters around the US. This wonderful fast-moving tragi-comedy about a master seducer features enchantingly complex characters, gripping drama and glorious melodies, from Don Giovanni's exuberant 'Champagne Aria' to Don Ottavio's tender expression of love 'Dalla sua pace'.
René Barbera Replaces Francesco Meli in La Scala's LA TRAVIATA
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
Tenor René Barbera is set to take on the role of Alfredo at the Teatro alla Scala next July 2020.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
Tenor René Barbera is set to take on the role of Alfredo at the Teatro alla Scala next July 2020.
Kirsten Chambers, Matthew Curran and More to Star in VISIONS OF THE MODERN MUSE II: CONTEMPORARY VOCAL MUSIC At Carnegie Hall
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
WorldKrystal Presents will showcase “Visions of the Modern Muse II: Contemporary Vocal Music” on October 3, 2019 at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
WorldKrystal Presents will showcase “Visions of the Modern Muse II: Contemporary Vocal Music” on October 3, 2019 at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall.
Günther Groissböck Confirms DON CARLO At Metropolitan Opera
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
Günther Groissböck has confirmed to Online Merker that a new production of Verdi's Don Carlo will be put up at the Metropolitan Opera.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
Günther Groissböck has confirmed to Online Merker that a new production of Verdi's Don Carlo will be put up at the Metropolitan Opera.
Nominations Open For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Opera Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Opera Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Opera Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
International Opera Star Jessye Norman Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
It is with deep sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of international opera star Jessye Norman, in a statement issued by Norman's family through the family's spokesperson,
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
It is with deep sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of international opera star Jessye Norman, in a statement issued by Norman's family through the family's spokesperson,
2019–20 Live In HD Season Opens With The Met's Dazzling Production Of Puccini's TURANDOT
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
The Met launches its 2019a?"20 Live in HD season with Franco Zeffirelli's classic production of Puccini's Turandot on October 12.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
The Met launches its 2019a?"20 Live in HD season with Franco Zeffirelli's classic production of Puccini's Turandot on October 12.
Celso Albelo Cancels Royal Opera House Muscat Debut
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Due to a knee injury, Celso Albelo has canceled his debut at the Royal Opera House Muscat. As a result, Giorgio Berrugi will replace Albelo as Rodolfo in La Bohème.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Due to a knee injury, Celso Albelo has canceled his debut at the Royal Opera House Muscat. As a result, Giorgio Berrugi will replace Albelo as Rodolfo in La Bohème.
Russian Mezzo-Soprano Irina Bogacheva Dies At 80
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
The Rimsky-Korsakov Saint Petersburg State Conservatory has announced that Irina Bogacheva died on Sept. 19, 2019 at the age of 80.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
The Rimsky-Korsakov Saint Petersburg State Conservatory has announced that Irina Bogacheva died on Sept. 19, 2019 at the age of 80.
Former Ópera de Oviedo President Jaime Martínez González-Río Dies At 77
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Pulmonologist and former President of the Fundación Ópera de Oviedo Jaime Martínez González-Río has passed away. He had overcome laryngeal cancer, but was diagnosed with a pancreatic tumor earlier this year.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Pulmonologist and former President of the Fundación Ópera de Oviedo Jaime Martínez González-Río has passed away. He had overcome laryngeal cancer, but was diagnosed with a pancreatic tumor earlier this year.
BWW: Apples, ORANGES--Opera Philadelphia's O19 Shows Us What the Difference is
by Richard Sasanow - September 29, 2019
If you can imagine Rossini's IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA with all its comedy but without any of its great arias, you can begin to imagine why Sergei Prokofiev's LOVE FOR THREE ORANGES isn't only anyone's top-ten list of favorite operas. Yet Alessandro Talevi's wild-eyed production at Opera Philadelphia's O19 Festival somehow manages to make the audience laugh itself silly and tap its foot with glee at the famous march that was such a big hit in the composer's time, that he grew sick of it.
by Richard Sasanow - September 29, 2019
If you can imagine Rossini's IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA with all its comedy but without any of its great arias, you can begin to imagine why Sergei Prokofiev's LOVE FOR THREE ORANGES isn't only anyone's top-ten list of favorite operas. Yet Alessandro Talevi's wild-eyed production at Opera Philadelphia's O19 Festival somehow manages to make the audience laugh itself silly and tap its foot with glee at the famous march that was such a big hit in the composer's time, that he grew sick of it.
Opera Fusion Presents The Latin Divos
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
The Pompano Beach Cultural Center and Opera Fusion are proud to present the pop-opera trio, The Latin Divos.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
The Pompano Beach Cultural Center and Opera Fusion are proud to present the pop-opera trio, The Latin Divos.
Tenor Francisco Casanova Dies At 61
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dominican tenor Francisco Casanova has died at the age of 61.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dominican tenor Francisco Casanova has died at the age of 61.
Vittorio Grigolo Issues Statement Amidst Groping Scandal
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week that Vittorio Grigolo has been suspended by the Royal Opera House for an alleged groping during the Royal Opera's Japan tour. Grigolo has come forward with a statement in response to these allegations.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week that Vittorio Grigolo has been suspended by the Royal Opera House for an alleged groping during the Royal Opera's Japan tour. Grigolo has come forward with a statement in response to these allegations.
Plácido Domingo to Receive Award in Mexico City; Olga Borodina Issues Statement in Support of Domingo
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
Amidst multiple sexual assault allegations and withdrawing from Met Opera's Macbeth shortly before performances began, Plácido Domingo will be receiving an award in Mexico City.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
Amidst multiple sexual assault allegations and withdrawing from Met Opera's Macbeth shortly before performances began, Plácido Domingo will be receiving an award in Mexico City.
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