Canadian Opera Company Announces New Opera For Toronto Programming
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
The Canadian Opera Company is bringing opera to new places and spaces with Opera for Toronto. The free programming initiative aims to introduce new audiences to the art form, with a special focus on opening up the COC's operations and rehearsal space, the Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Opera Centre at 227 Front Street E., to neighbouring communities.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
The Canadian Opera Company is bringing opera to new places and spaces with Opera for Toronto. The free programming initiative aims to introduce new audiences to the art form, with a special focus on opening up the COC's operations and rehearsal space, the Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Opera Centre at 227 Front Street E., to neighbouring communities.
XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition Announced; Medici.tv To Stream Entire Competition
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
One of the most anticipated music events in the world, the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition will take place from June 17 – 29, 2019 in Moscow and Saint Petersburg, Russia with support from the Government of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, with additional support from the Carmel Cultural Endowment for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
One of the most anticipated music events in the world, the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition will take place from June 17 – 29, 2019 in Moscow and Saint Petersburg, Russia with support from the Government of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, with additional support from the Carmel Cultural Endowment for the Arts.
The Royal Opera's LA TRAVIATA And THE QUEEN OF SPADES Screen In US Cinemas In March 2019
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
The Royal Opera's productions of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades and Verdi's best-loved opera La traviata will screen in US cinemas in March 2019. The productions are filmed from the Royal Opera House in London's Covent Garden.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
The Royal Opera's productions of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades and Verdi's best-loved opera La traviata will screen in US cinemas in March 2019. The productions are filmed from the Royal Opera House in London's Covent Garden.
Rhymes With Opera Presents Its Annual Opera Potluck Salon
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
Rhymes With Opera will present excerpts from The Impossible She in a special preview performance as part of the Rhymes With Opera Salon on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at the Areté Gallery (67 West Street, Brooklyn). Doors open at 7pm, performances begin at 7:30pm. $10 suggested donation.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
Rhymes With Opera will present excerpts from The Impossible She in a special preview performance as part of the Rhymes With Opera Salon on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at the Areté Gallery (67 West Street, Brooklyn). Doors open at 7pm, performances begin at 7:30pm. $10 suggested donation.
XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition Announced
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
One of the most anticipated music events in the world, the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition will take place from June 17 - 29, 2019 in Moscow and Saint Petersburg, Russia with support from the Government of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, with additional support from the Carmel Cultural Endowment for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
One of the most anticipated music events in the world, the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition will take place from June 17 - 29, 2019 in Moscow and Saint Petersburg, Russia with support from the Government of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, with additional support from the Carmel Cultural Endowment for the Arts.
XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition Announced; Medici.tv To Stream Entire Competition
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
One of the most anticipated music events in the world, the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition will take place from June 17 – 29, 2019 in Moscow and Saint Petersburg, Russia with support from the Government of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, with additional support from the Carmel Cultural Endowment for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
One of the most anticipated music events in the world, the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition will take place from June 17 – 29, 2019 in Moscow and Saint Petersburg, Russia with support from the Government of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, with additional support from the Carmel Cultural Endowment for the Arts.
The Little OPERA Theatre Of NY Presents The New York Premiere Of Benjamin Britten's OWEN WINGRAVE
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
The little OPERA theatre of ny(LOTNY) presents the New York Premiere of Benjamin Britten's opera in two acts, OWEN WINGRAVE, with libretto by Myfanwy Piper, at GK Arts Center, 29 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY, from May 9-12, 2019, with performances Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm. Tickets are $20-$45 and are available at www.ticketcentral.com.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
The little OPERA theatre of ny(LOTNY) presents the New York Premiere of Benjamin Britten's opera in two acts, OWEN WINGRAVE, with libretto by Myfanwy Piper, at GK Arts Center, 29 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY, from May 9-12, 2019, with performances Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm. Tickets are $20-$45 and are available at www.ticketcentral.com.
Opera Saratoga Announces Appointment Of New Managing Director Amanda Robie
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
Lawrence Edelson, Artistic and General Director of Opera Saratoga, announced today the appointment of Amanda Robie to the company's leadership staff as Managing Director. A seasoned nonprofit arts administrator and former singer, Amanda has extensive experience in the opera field.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
Lawrence Edelson, Artistic and General Director of Opera Saratoga, announced today the appointment of Amanda Robie to the company's leadership staff as Managing Director. A seasoned nonprofit arts administrator and former singer, Amanda has extensive experience in the opera field.
Opera Saratoga Appoints New Managing Director Amanda Robie
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
Lawrence Edelson, Artistic and General Director of Opera Saratoga, announced today the appointment of Amanda Robie to the company's leadership staff as Managing Director. A seasoned nonprofit arts administrator and former singer, Amanda has extensive experience in the opera field.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
Lawrence Edelson, Artistic and General Director of Opera Saratoga, announced today the appointment of Amanda Robie to the company's leadership staff as Managing Director. A seasoned nonprofit arts administrator and former singer, Amanda has extensive experience in the opera field.
The Little OPERA Theatre Of Ny Presents The New York Premiere Of OWEN WINGRAVE
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
The little OPERA theatre of ny(LOTNY) presents the New York Premiere ofBenjamin Britten's opera in two acts, OWEN WINGRAVE, with libretto byMyfanwy Piper, at GK Arts Center, 29 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY, from May 9-12, 2019, with performances on Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm. Tickets are $20-$45 and are available atwww.ticketcentral.com.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
The little OPERA theatre of ny(LOTNY) presents the New York Premiere ofBenjamin Britten's opera in two acts, OWEN WINGRAVE, with libretto byMyfanwy Piper, at GK Arts Center, 29 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY, from May 9-12, 2019, with performances on Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm. Tickets are $20-$45 and are available atwww.ticketcentral.com.
Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In On FALSTAFF at The Met Opera
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2019
Baritone Ambrogio Maestri brings his larger-than-life portrayal of the title role back for the first time since his Met role debut in the 2013-14 season. Robert Carsen's insightful production-which moves the action to postwar England in the 1950s-features an exceptional cast that includes soprano Ailyn Perez as Alice Ford and soprano Golda Schultz as Nannetta.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2019
Baritone Ambrogio Maestri brings his larger-than-life portrayal of the title role back for the first time since his Met role debut in the 2013-14 season. Robert Carsen's insightful production-which moves the action to postwar England in the 1950s-features an exceptional cast that includes soprano Ailyn Perez as Alice Ford and soprano Golda Schultz as Nannetta.
Kent State Opera Presents Aaron Copland's Timeless American Opera THE TENDER LAND
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2019
Kent State University Opera presents Aaron Copland's quintessentially American Opera 'The Tender Land' on Fri., March 15 and Sat., March 16 at 7:30 p.m., and Sun., March 17 at 3 p.m. The cast will be joined by the Kent State University Orchestra in this fully staged production performed in English in Ludwig Recital Hall. The artistic and production team includes Marla Berg, director; Jay White, music director; and Jungho Kim, conductor. Set and lighting design provided by Marcus Dana. Ludwig Recital Hall is at 1325 Theatre Drive in the Center for the Performing Arts. Ample free and handicap accessible parking is available.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2019
Kent State University Opera presents Aaron Copland's quintessentially American Opera 'The Tender Land' on Fri., March 15 and Sat., March 16 at 7:30 p.m., and Sun., March 17 at 3 p.m. The cast will be joined by the Kent State University Orchestra in this fully staged production performed in English in Ludwig Recital Hall. The artistic and production team includes Marla Berg, director; Jay White, music director; and Jungho Kim, conductor. Set and lighting design provided by Marcus Dana. Ludwig Recital Hall is at 1325 Theatre Drive in the Center for the Performing Arts. Ample free and handicap accessible parking is available.
Meet the Cast of 2019 NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA; Two Weeks Till Opening Night!
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2019
The Philippines' first full-length opera, National Artists Guillermo Tolentino and Felipe Padilla De Leon's most beloved 1957 opera, 'Noli Me Tangere' (Huwag Mo Salangin/Touch Me Not) returns to the Cultural Center of the Philippines' (CCP) main theatre, Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo, from March 8-10, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2019
The Philippines' first full-length opera, National Artists Guillermo Tolentino and Felipe Padilla De Leon's most beloved 1957 opera, 'Noli Me Tangere' (Huwag Mo Salangin/Touch Me Not) returns to the Cultural Center of the Philippines' (CCP) main theatre, Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo, from March 8-10, 2019.
BWW Review: How Did the Queen of Carthage Die? Juilliard's Version of Purcell's DIDO Isn't Telling
by Richard Sasanow - February 24, 2019
Purcell's DIDO AND AENEAS, written in about 1689 with a libretto by Nahum Tate, doesn't exist in a final version approved by the composer but, well, never mind. In the care of the more-than-budding artists of the Juilliard415 historical music ensemble and singers from Juilliard's Marcus Institute for Vocal Arts, all was well.
by Richard Sasanow - February 24, 2019
Purcell's DIDO AND AENEAS, written in about 1689 with a libretto by Nahum Tate, doesn't exist in a final version approved by the composer but, well, never mind. In the care of the more-than-budding artists of the Juilliard415 historical music ensemble and singers from Juilliard's Marcus Institute for Vocal Arts, all was well.
NYOA Presents the Fourth Annual New York Opera Fest
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2019
With over 20 companies presenting more than 25 events throughout the city, the Fest will once again prove how opera can be fresh, vital, and relevant, exploring contemporary themes of gender roles, LGBTQ rights, toxic masculinity, political satire, global warming, and more.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2019
With over 20 companies presenting more than 25 events throughout the city, the Fest will once again prove how opera can be fresh, vital, and relevant, exploring contemporary themes of gender roles, LGBTQ rights, toxic masculinity, political satire, global warming, and more.
Jorge Martín & Friends Premiere Operatic Works by Middlebury Composer
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2019
The Opera Company of Middlebury and Town Hall Theater proudly presents a very special concert featuring celebrated Cuban-American composer and Middlebury resident Jorge Martin. Mr. Martin will perform his works with tenor Brian Downen and mezzo-soprano Cherry Duke.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2019
The Opera Company of Middlebury and Town Hall Theater proudly presents a very special concert featuring celebrated Cuban-American composer and Middlebury resident Jorge Martin. Mr. Martin will perform his works with tenor Brian Downen and mezzo-soprano Cherry Duke.
Review Roundup: RIGOLETTO at The Met Opera
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2019
Verdi's tragic jester returns in Michael Mayer's neon-bedecked, Las Vegas-themed production. Baritones Roberto Frontali and George Gagnidze share the title role, and soprano Nadine Sierra reprises her portrayal of Gilda, the role that helped launch her now-blossoming Met career. Tenors Vittorio Grigolo and Bryan Hymel share the role of the lascivious Duke, and Nicola Luisotti conducts.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2019
Verdi's tragic jester returns in Michael Mayer's neon-bedecked, Las Vegas-themed production. Baritones Roberto Frontali and George Gagnidze share the title role, and soprano Nadine Sierra reprises her portrayal of Gilda, the role that helped launch her now-blossoming Met career. Tenors Vittorio Grigolo and Bryan Hymel share the role of the lascivious Duke, and Nicola Luisotti conducts.
Rhymes With Opera presents the World Premiere of THE IMPOSSIBLE SHE
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2019
Rhymes With Opera presents the World Premiere of The Impossible She at 124 Bank Street Theatre, 124 Bank St, New York, NY
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2019
Rhymes With Opera presents the World Premiere of The Impossible She at 124 Bank Street Theatre, 124 Bank St, New York, NY
Photo Flash: Get A First Look At Pittsburgh Opera's GLORY DENIED
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2019
Based on a book by Tom Philpott, Glory Denied tells the true story of Colonel Jim Thompson, America's longest-held prisoner of war. The opera deals not only with Thompson's suffering in the jungle of southeast Asia during the Vietnam War, but also the tragic aftermath that followed his liberation.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2019
Based on a book by Tom Philpott, Glory Denied tells the true story of Colonel Jim Thompson, America's longest-held prisoner of war. The opera deals not only with Thompson's suffering in the jungle of southeast Asia during the Vietnam War, but also the tragic aftermath that followed his liberation.
Dean Griffey & Amy Owens in a George London Foundation Recital at The Morgan
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
Two American opera singers noted for their theatricality – one on the rise, the other an international star – headline the second George London Foundation recital of the season. Anthony Dean Griffey, the renowned tenor whose searing interpretation of the title role of Britten's Peter Grimes, among others, has brought him worldwide acclaim, and Amy Owens, a “scene-stealing” (Broadway World) “radiant soprano” (Opera News) who won an award at the 2018 George London Awards competition, perform the second George London Foundation Recital of the season at The Morgan Library and Museum on Sunday, March 24, 2019, at 4:00 pm. They are joined by Warren Jones at the piano, and guest artists David Heiss, cello, and Cindy Wu, violin.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
Two American opera singers noted for their theatricality – one on the rise, the other an international star – headline the second George London Foundation recital of the season. Anthony Dean Griffey, the renowned tenor whose searing interpretation of the title role of Britten's Peter Grimes, among others, has brought him worldwide acclaim, and Amy Owens, a “scene-stealing” (Broadway World) “radiant soprano” (Opera News) who won an award at the 2018 George London Awards competition, perform the second George London Foundation Recital of the season at The Morgan Library and Museum on Sunday, March 24, 2019, at 4:00 pm. They are joined by Warren Jones at the piano, and guest artists David Heiss, cello, and Cindy Wu, violin.
LA Opera Presents Company Premiere of THE CLEMENCY OF TITUS
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
Plácido Domingo has announced the latest details about LA Opera's company premiere of Mozart's The Clemency of Titus.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
Plácido Domingo has announced the latest details about LA Opera's company premiere of Mozart's The Clemency of Titus.
VIDEO: Get A First Look at FALSTAFF at The Met
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
Baritone Ambrogio Maestri brings his larger-than-life portrayal of the title role back for the first time since his Met role debut in the 2013-14 season. Robert Carsen's insightful production-which moves the action to postwar England in the 1950s-features an exceptional cast that includes soprano Ailyn Pérez as Alice Ford and soprano Golda Schultz as Nannetta.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
Baritone Ambrogio Maestri brings his larger-than-life portrayal of the title role back for the first time since his Met role debut in the 2013-14 season. Robert Carsen's insightful production-which moves the action to postwar England in the 1950s-features an exceptional cast that includes soprano Ailyn Pérez as Alice Ford and soprano Golda Schultz as Nannetta.
The Met Announces Live In HD 2019/20 Series
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
The Met: Live in HD, the Metropolitan Opera's award-winning series of live high-definition cinema simulcasts, will begin its 14th season on October 12, with the Met's production of Puccini's Turandot, starring Christine Goerke in the title role, led by the Met's Jeanette Lerman-Neubauer Music Director, Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
The Met: Live in HD, the Metropolitan Opera's award-winning series of live high-definition cinema simulcasts, will begin its 14th season on October 12, with the Met's production of Puccini's Turandot, starring Christine Goerke in the title role, led by the Met's Jeanette Lerman-Neubauer Music Director, Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
Florentine Opera Company Names Maggey Oplinger General Director & CEO
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
The Florentine Opera Company is thrilled to announce that Maggey Oplinger begins her tenure as the company's seventh General Director on March 1, 2019. She was chosen from a robust national and international field of candidates through a selection process that involved the company's stakeholders, staff, and patrons as well as Milwaukee's artistic, civic, and business leaders.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
The Florentine Opera Company is thrilled to announce that Maggey Oplinger begins her tenure as the company's seventh General Director on March 1, 2019. She was chosen from a robust national and international field of candidates through a selection process that involved the company's stakeholders, staff, and patrons as well as Milwaukee's artistic, civic, and business leaders.
Opera Saratoga Presents Opera-To-Go Performances Of PINOCCHIO
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2019
Opera Saratoga will present Opera-To-Go performances of Pinocchio to over 50 public and private schools throughout the region from February 25, 2019 to March 30, 2019. Each year, Opera Saratoga tours a production to schools throughout the greater Capital Region and lower Adirondack regions of NY, and the lower Hudson Valley.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2019
Opera Saratoga will present Opera-To-Go performances of Pinocchio to over 50 public and private schools throughout the region from February 25, 2019 to March 30, 2019. Each year, Opera Saratoga tours a production to schools throughout the greater Capital Region and lower Adirondack regions of NY, and the lower Hudson Valley.
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