Opera Kelowna Announces Enchanting 2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
Opera Kelowna announces its magnificent 2019 Season, featuring an exciting collaboration with Mission Hill Family Estate Winery to present performances amidst the vineyards; a Christmas Classic; alfresco community concerts, and more. The spectacular season will take place from June–November 2019, providing audiences with the opportunity to enjoy performances of treasured arias from well-known operas in venues and public spaces throughout the Okanagan.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
Opera Kelowna announces its magnificent 2019 Season, featuring an exciting collaboration with Mission Hill Family Estate Winery to present performances amidst the vineyards; a Christmas Classic; alfresco community concerts, and more. The spectacular season will take place from June–November 2019, providing audiences with the opportunity to enjoy performances of treasured arias from well-known operas in venues and public spaces throughout the Okanagan.
Kim Reed Is Inspiration and Co-librettist of AS ONE at City Opera
by Richard Sasanow - May 28, 2019
“It's been quite a ride,” says Kim Reed, co-librettist, filmmaker—and inspiration--for AS ONE, the chamber opera by Laura Kaminsky, with co-librettist Mark Campbell. The work's 27th production, in under five years, opened on May 30 under the auspices of New York City Opera, American Opera Projects (its original commissioner) and Kaufman Music Center at Merkin Hall on West 67 Street in Manhattan.
by Richard Sasanow - May 28, 2019
“It's been quite a ride,” says Kim Reed, co-librettist, filmmaker—and inspiration--for AS ONE, the chamber opera by Laura Kaminsky, with co-librettist Mark Campbell. The work's 27th production, in under five years, opened on May 30 under the auspices of New York City Opera, American Opera Projects (its original commissioner) and Kaufman Music Center at Merkin Hall on West 67 Street in Manhattan.
Laura Kaminsky-Mark Campbell-Kimberly Reed's AS ONE Opens This Thursday
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2019
New York City Opera's (under the direction of Michael Capasso, General Director) co-production of AS ONE will open this Thursday, May 30 at 8pm and run for four performances only through Thursday, June 6. The opera, a co-production with American Opera Projects and Kaufman Music Center, has music and was conceived by Laura Kaminsky, a libretto by Mark Campbell and Kimberly Reed, original film by Kimberly Reed, direction by Matt Gray, and will run at the Merkin Hall (129 West 67th Street).
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2019
New York City Opera's (under the direction of Michael Capasso, General Director) co-production of AS ONE will open this Thursday, May 30 at 8pm and run for four performances only through Thursday, June 6. The opera, a co-production with American Opera Projects and Kaufman Music Center, has music and was conceived by Laura Kaminsky, a libretto by Mark Campbell and Kimberly Reed, original film by Kimberly Reed, direction by Matt Gray, and will run at the Merkin Hall (129 West 67th Street).
Experience The Unforgettable At The Central City Opera 2019 Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2019
Experience the unforgettable at the Central City Opera 2019 Festival July 6 through August 6. This year, main stage productions include "Madama Butterfly" by Giacomo Puccini (opening July 6) and the Colorado premiere of "Billy Budd" by Benjamin Britten (opening July 13). Both world-class performances will be brought to life in the historic 550-seat jewel box opera house in Central City.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2019
Experience the unforgettable at the Central City Opera 2019 Festival July 6 through August 6. This year, main stage productions include "Madama Butterfly" by Giacomo Puccini (opening July 6) and the Colorado premiere of "Billy Budd" by Benjamin Britten (opening July 13). Both world-class performances will be brought to life in the historic 550-seat jewel box opera house in Central City.
BWW Review: Who Will Survive Barcelona's PECHEURS DE PERLES at the Liceu?
by Richard Sasanow - May 28, 2019
George Bizet--best known, of course, for CARMEN--wrote another opera that has become increasingly (and justifiably) popular in recent years, LES PECHEURS DE PERLES, better known in the English-speaking world as THE PEARL FISHERS. George Bizet--best known, of course, for CARMEN--wrote another opera that has become increasingly (and justifiably) popular in recent years, LES PECHEURS DE PERLES, better known in the English-speaking world as THE PEARL FISHERS. The new production--which came from the Theatre an der Wien in Vienna--at Barcelona's beautiful Liceu opera house is by Lotte de Beer, a Dutch director who's known for taking outrageous approaches to standard rep.
by Richard Sasanow - May 28, 2019
George Bizet--best known, of course, for CARMEN--wrote another opera that has become increasingly (and justifiably) popular in recent years, LES PECHEURS DE PERLES, better known in the English-speaking world as THE PEARL FISHERS. George Bizet--best known, of course, for CARMEN--wrote another opera that has become increasingly (and justifiably) popular in recent years, LES PECHEURS DE PERLES, better known in the English-speaking world as THE PEARL FISHERS. The new production--which came from the Theatre an der Wien in Vienna--at Barcelona's beautiful Liceu opera house is by Lotte de Beer, a Dutch director who's known for taking outrageous approaches to standard rep.
BWW Review: FIGARO is Brilliantly Married in St. Louis
by Steve Callahan - May 28, 2019
Opera Theatre of St. Louis has opened its 44th festival season. This is St. Louis' prized centerpiece of opera, with a world-wide reputation. It is famous for its superb productions. The company's home is the beautiful and comfortable 763-seat Browning Theatre at Webster University. Gourmet picnic suppers may be enjoyed before the show on the lovely grounds of the theater. All operas are performed in English with super-titles.
by Steve Callahan - May 28, 2019
Opera Theatre of St. Louis has opened its 44th festival season. This is St. Louis' prized centerpiece of opera, with a world-wide reputation. It is famous for its superb productions. The company's home is the beautiful and comfortable 763-seat Browning Theatre at Webster University. Gourmet picnic suppers may be enjoyed before the show on the lovely grounds of the theater. All operas are performed in English with super-titles.
VIDEO: Exclusive First Look-Soprano Mheco Manlangit Auditions for NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA
by Oliver Oliveros - May 26, 2019
Incoming New York University (NYU) opera student Mheco Manlangit will share the role of tragic heroine, Maria Clara, with soprano Bianca Lopez when the popular opera 'Noli Me Tangere, The Opera' returns anew to the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) for one-weekend-only this June 21-23, 2019.
by Oliver Oliveros - May 26, 2019
Incoming New York University (NYU) opera student Mheco Manlangit will share the role of tragic heroine, Maria Clara, with soprano Bianca Lopez when the popular opera 'Noli Me Tangere, The Opera' returns anew to the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) for one-weekend-only this June 21-23, 2019.
BWW Review: Diana Damrau Plays the Palace with de Maistre's Elegant Harp in Barcelona
by Richard Sasanow - May 25, 2019
For me, concert-going in Barcelona is not simply hearing a singer like Diana Damrau bring beauty and insights to the music of great composers, but where you get to hear her perform this magic. This week's evening of lieder and other art songs, for instance, performed with harpist Xavier de Maistre, was held in a palace--at the Palau de la Musica Catalana to be precise.
by Richard Sasanow - May 25, 2019
For me, concert-going in Barcelona is not simply hearing a singer like Diana Damrau bring beauty and insights to the music of great composers, but where you get to hear her perform this magic. This week's evening of lieder and other art songs, for instance, performed with harpist Xavier de Maistre, was held in a palace--at the Palau de la Musica Catalana to be precise.
OPERA America Launches IDEA Opera Grants Program
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2019
OPERA America, the national service organization for opera and the nation's leading champion for American opera, is pleased to announce the official launch of its newest grant program: IDEA Opera Grants (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access).
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2019
OPERA America, the national service organization for opera and the nation's leading champion for American opera, is pleased to announce the official launch of its newest grant program: IDEA Opera Grants (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access).
Grass-Roots Non-Profit Ignites Conversation and Builds Community Through Panel Discussion on Artists of Color in Opera
by Sarah Hookey - May 23, 2019
Vocal Village, Inc. a grass-roots non-profit based in New York City with a mission to empower people of color through exploring the significant contributions racially diverse artists have made to the art form of opera will host its debut event as part of the New York Opera Fest on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at the National Opera Center.
by Sarah Hookey - May 23, 2019
Vocal Village, Inc. a grass-roots non-profit based in New York City with a mission to empower people of color through exploring the significant contributions racially diverse artists have made to the art form of opera will host its debut event as part of the New York Opera Fest on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at the National Opera Center.
Photo: Exclusive Poster From Fathom Events PAVAROTTI
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
Fathom Events will bring beloved entertainer Luciano Pavarotti's story to movie theaters across the country on June 4 with a screening event designed to bring the life and performances of one of the great operatic voices to the masses. This exclusive screening will give audiences the first chance to experience the new documentary film 'Pavarotti.' From his earliest beginnings to the very last days of his life, the Ron Howard-directed film follows the renowned singer over the course of his prolific career, revealing previously unknown details about the legendary tenor; and harnessing the incredible sounds and music from the man credited for bringing an 'elite art form to the masses.' The June 4 event, which is the lead-up to the film's North American theatrical release on June 7, includes a special introduction from Howard, in which he speaks to his unique role as director and personal connection to the project.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
Fathom Events will bring beloved entertainer Luciano Pavarotti's story to movie theaters across the country on June 4 with a screening event designed to bring the life and performances of one of the great operatic voices to the masses. This exclusive screening will give audiences the first chance to experience the new documentary film 'Pavarotti.' From his earliest beginnings to the very last days of his life, the Ron Howard-directed film follows the renowned singer over the course of his prolific career, revealing previously unknown details about the legendary tenor; and harnessing the incredible sounds and music from the man credited for bringing an 'elite art form to the masses.' The June 4 event, which is the lead-up to the film's North American theatrical release on June 7, includes a special introduction from Howard, in which he speaks to his unique role as director and personal connection to the project.
OPERA IN THE CITY FESTIVAL Announces 2019 Season
by Sarah Hookey - May 23, 2019
Now in its third year, the festival creates a dynamic new hub for opera right in the heart of the City of London, presenting innovative productions which push the boundaries of classical music.
by Sarah Hookey - May 23, 2019
Now in its third year, the festival creates a dynamic new hub for opera right in the heart of the City of London, presenting innovative productions which push the boundaries of classical music.
Center For Contemporary Opera Presents An Opera In Development
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2019
The Center for Contemporary Opera presentsAn Opera in Development: Joel Feigin's Outcast at the GateFriday, June 14, 2019, 7:30pm at Thalia Theatre at Symphony SpaceSara Jobin, Conducts; Sara Erde, DirectsOutcast at the Gate, with music and libretto by Joel Feigin, will be presented by the Center for Contemporary Opera as part of CCO's opera in development series on Friday, June 14 at 7:30pm at the Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Symphony Space.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2019
The Center for Contemporary Opera presentsAn Opera in Development: Joel Feigin's Outcast at the GateFriday, June 14, 2019, 7:30pm at Thalia Theatre at Symphony SpaceSara Jobin, Conducts; Sara Erde, DirectsOutcast at the Gate, with music and libretto by Joel Feigin, will be presented by the Center for Contemporary Opera as part of CCO's opera in development series on Friday, June 14 at 7:30pm at the Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Symphony Space.
The Florentine Opera Company Announces Its 2019 Summer Residency Artists And Performance Schedule
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2019
The Florentine Opera Company is excited to announce its 2019 Summer Residency Program Artists - soprano Olivia Doig, soprano Grace Wipfli, tenor Nathaniel Catasca and baritone Ian Murrell.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2019
The Florentine Opera Company is excited to announce its 2019 Summer Residency Program Artists - soprano Olivia Doig, soprano Grace Wipfli, tenor Nathaniel Catasca and baritone Ian Murrell.
The Contestants Of The First Round Of The XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
The names of 231 contestants in the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition are now available. Those taking part in the first round of the Competition will be 25 musicians each specializing in the Piano, Violin and Cello categories, 60 singers in the vocal category, and 96 contestants in the two new Competition categories, Winds and Brass Instruments, which respectively include 48 woodwind performers and 48 brass performers.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
The names of 231 contestants in the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition are now available. Those taking part in the first round of the Competition will be 25 musicians each specializing in the Piano, Violin and Cello categories, 60 singers in the vocal category, and 96 contestants in the two new Competition categories, Winds and Brass Instruments, which respectively include 48 woodwind performers and 48 brass performers.
BWW Feature: New York City Opera Brings Music To Bryant Park
by George Weinhouse - May 21, 2019
When I was a child, my father took me to a series of outdoor concerts at a park near our home. One of the programs featured excerpts from Bizet's opera CARMEN. This was one of my first exposures to opera and since then I have become a major devotee. I have since joined the Patron Program at the Metropolitan Opera and give backstage tours of that building.
by George Weinhouse - May 21, 2019
When I was a child, my father took me to a series of outdoor concerts at a park near our home. One of the programs featured excerpts from Bizet's opera CARMEN. This was one of my first exposures to opera and since then I have become a major devotee. I have since joined the Patron Program at the Metropolitan Opera and give backstage tours of that building.
Esther Apituley Performs At MET Museum May 24 And 25
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
Esther Apituley, the renowned Netherlands-based violist will be making a rare New York concert appearance performing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on its Balcony Concerts on Friday, May 24, and Saturday, May 25, 2019, at 5pm. She will be joined by pianist Carlos Homs. Her program will feature works by Dutch composers, Jacob TV, Jannum Kruidhof and Maurice Horsthuis that were especially composed for Ms. Apituley as well the American composer Joe Hudson who wrote a Chaconne for her. The program showcases the special sound of the viola in all kinds of colors.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
Esther Apituley, the renowned Netherlands-based violist will be making a rare New York concert appearance performing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on its Balcony Concerts on Friday, May 24, and Saturday, May 25, 2019, at 5pm. She will be joined by pianist Carlos Homs. Her program will feature works by Dutch composers, Jacob TV, Jannum Kruidhof and Maurice Horsthuis that were especially composed for Ms. Apituley as well the American composer Joe Hudson who wrote a Chaconne for her. The program showcases the special sound of the viola in all kinds of colors.
Jonathon Heyward Announced As Next Chief Conductor Of Nordwestdeutsche Philharmonie
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
One of classical music's most exciting young talents, Jonathon Heyward, is set to become Chief Conductor of the Nordwestdeutsche Philharmonie (NWD). His appointment, which starts officially on 1 January 2021, represents a major landmark in a flourishing career. He will be twenty-eight when he commences his tenure, the same age as Andris Nelsons when he began his three-year period in charge of the orchestra in 2006. Recently described as 'one to watch' by the Daily Telegraph, Heyward has already received critical acclaim for his work as the Hallé's Assistant Conductor and guest conducting engagements in Europe, Asia and the United States. The latter embraced concerts with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra as a Dudamel Conducting Fellow and recent debuts with, among others, the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, the Osaka Symphony Orchestra, Staatskapelle Halle, the Lausanne Chamber Orchestra and the Orchestre Symphonique de Saint-Etienne.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
One of classical music's most exciting young talents, Jonathon Heyward, is set to become Chief Conductor of the Nordwestdeutsche Philharmonie (NWD). His appointment, which starts officially on 1 January 2021, represents a major landmark in a flourishing career. He will be twenty-eight when he commences his tenure, the same age as Andris Nelsons when he began his three-year period in charge of the orchestra in 2006. Recently described as 'one to watch' by the Daily Telegraph, Heyward has already received critical acclaim for his work as the Hallé's Assistant Conductor and guest conducting engagements in Europe, Asia and the United States. The latter embraced concerts with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra as a Dudamel Conducting Fellow and recent debuts with, among others, the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, the Osaka Symphony Orchestra, Staatskapelle Halle, the Lausanne Chamber Orchestra and the Orchestre Symphonique de Saint-Etienne.
Christopher James Ray Steps Into San Jose Opera's Expanded Post Of Resident Conductor
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2019
San José Opera is counting on a new triumvirate to lead the company into its future and Christopher James Ray is ready for the challenge. In July, he assumes the expanded role of Resident Conductor alongside Music Director Joseph Marcheso and incoming General Director Khori Dastoor.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2019
San José Opera is counting on a new triumvirate to lead the company into its future and Christopher James Ray is ready for the challenge. In July, he assumes the expanded role of Resident Conductor alongside Music Director Joseph Marcheso and incoming General Director Khori Dastoor.
Opera Company of Middlebury 16th Season includes Massenet's CENDRILLON
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
There have been many versions on the Cinderella story over the years, with everyone from Rossini to Walt Disney creating their own version of the tale. A rarely heard take on Cinderella is by French composer Jules Massenet. His Cendrillon, which debuted in 1899, will be presented by Opera Company of Middlebury from May 31-June 8 at Middlebury's Town Hall Theater.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
There have been many versions on the Cinderella story over the years, with everyone from Rossini to Walt Disney creating their own version of the tale. A rarely heard take on Cinderella is by French composer Jules Massenet. His Cendrillon, which debuted in 1899, will be presented by Opera Company of Middlebury from May 31-June 8 at Middlebury's Town Hall Theater.
New York City Opera Announces 2019 Summer Series in Bryant Park
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
New York City Opera, under the direction of General Director Michael Capasso, has announced it will return to Bryant Park's highly popular free summer performing arts series with three concert performances: Puccini's La Boheme on Monday, May 20; a special Pride in the Park concert on Wednesday, June 12; and Bizet's Carmen on Monday, August 26.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
New York City Opera, under the direction of General Director Michael Capasso, has announced it will return to Bryant Park's highly popular free summer performing arts series with three concert performances: Puccini's La Boheme on Monday, May 20; a special Pride in the Park concert on Wednesday, June 12; and Bizet's Carmen on Monday, August 26.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Minnesota Opera's LA TRAVIATA
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
BroadwayWorld has a first look at MN Opera's La Traviata! Check out video from the production below!
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
BroadwayWorld has a first look at MN Opera's La Traviata! Check out video from the production below!
Sarasota Youth Opera Receives $20,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
by Sarah Hookey - May 16, 2019
National Endowment for the Arts Acting Chairman Mary Anne Carter has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the Arts Endowment's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2019.
by Sarah Hookey - May 16, 2019
National Endowment for the Arts Acting Chairman Mary Anne Carter has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the Arts Endowment's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2019.
BWW OFFER: Limited 50 Orchestra Center Tickets at 25% Off to NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA, June 21-23
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
We're excited to offer limited 50 Orchestra Center tickets (now P2,100 each; originally P2,800 each) to the limited return engagement of the smash-hit NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo from June 21 to 23, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
We're excited to offer limited 50 Orchestra Center tickets (now P2,100 each; originally P2,800 each) to the limited return engagement of the smash-hit NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo from June 21 to 23, 2019.
Opera Memphis Awarded NEA Grant For Civic Action
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
National Endowment for the Arts Acting Chairman Mary Anne Carter has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the Arts Endowment's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2019. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $25,000 to Opera Memphis for their 30 Days of Opera program and the McCleave Project, a multi-pronged effort to build a more equitable future for the art. Art Works is the Arts Endowment's principal grant making program. The agency received 1,592 Art Works applications for this round of grant making, and will award 977 grants in this category.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
National Endowment for the Arts Acting Chairman Mary Anne Carter has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the Arts Endowment's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2019. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $25,000 to Opera Memphis for their 30 Days of Opera program and the McCleave Project, a multi-pronged effort to build a more equitable future for the art. Art Works is the Arts Endowment's principal grant making program. The agency received 1,592 Art Works applications for this round of grant making, and will award 977 grants in this category.
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