Interview: Charles H. Eaton of LA BOHÈME at Minnesota Opera
by Jared Fessler - April 30, 2024
The Minnesota Opera's rendition of La Bohème will grace the stage of the Ordway Music Theater from May 4th to May 19th, 2024. The enchanting music is composed by Giacomo Puccini, with a compelling libretto crafted by Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica.
by Jared Fessler - April 30, 2024
The Minnesota Opera's rendition of La Bohème will grace the stage of the Ordway Music Theater from May 4th to May 19th, 2024. The enchanting music is composed by Giacomo Puccini, with a compelling libretto crafted by Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica.
Review: Dizzying Night at the Met with Grigorian's Splendiferous BUTTERFLY in House Debut
by Richard Sasanow - April 28, 2024
Those of us who keep an eye on the comings and goings of singers at major opera houses around the world, have known that Friday’s debutant, Lithuanian soprano Asmik Grigorian, was going to be one to watch. And it was. No worries about whether her voice would translate from Europe’s smaller houses to the Met’s enormous hall: Grigorian may have been singing Puccini’s Cio-Cio-San/Madama Butterfly this time around, but she’s a well-schooled Lady Macbeth and Turandot as well, bringing a notably large voice with her. She survived the Met’s notoriously short rehearsal time for revivals (particularly for the second cast of the season). Lastly, she even made it through the final curveball, when tenor Jonathan Tetelman became ill and standby Chad Shelton had to take over as Pinkerton; he did well considering the circumstances, but he was no match for her.
by Richard Sasanow - April 28, 2024
Those of us who keep an eye on the comings and goings of singers at major opera houses around the world, have known that Friday’s debutant, Lithuanian soprano Asmik Grigorian, was going to be one to watch. And it was. No worries about whether her voice would translate from Europe’s smaller houses to the Met’s enormous hall: Grigorian may have been singing Puccini’s Cio-Cio-San/Madama Butterfly this time around, but she’s a well-schooled Lady Macbeth and Turandot as well, bringing a notably large voice with her. She survived the Met’s notoriously short rehearsal time for revivals (particularly for the second cast of the season). Lastly, she even made it through the final curveball, when tenor Jonathan Tetelman became ill and standby Chad Shelton had to take over as Pinkerton; he did well considering the circumstances, but he was no match for her.
Video: Watch the Official Cinematic Trailer for DIE WALKÜRE at Atlanta Opera
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2024
Watch the Official Cinematic Trailer for DIE WALKÜRE at Atlanta Opera, now running. through May 5 at at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2024
Watch the Official Cinematic Trailer for DIE WALKÜRE at Atlanta Opera, now running. through May 5 at at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, in the video here!
Video: Watch Asmik Grigorian Sing 'Un Bel Dì' from MADAMA BUTTERFLY at Met Opera
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2024
Watch Asmik Grigorian sing an excerpt from Cio-Cio-San’s Act II aria in a stage rehearsal for the Met Opera's Madama Butterfly, running through May 11, in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2024
Watch Asmik Grigorian sing an excerpt from Cio-Cio-San’s Act II aria in a stage rehearsal for the Met Opera's Madama Butterfly, running through May 11, in the video here!
Video: Michael Fabiano Sings 'La fleur que tu m'avais jetée' from Met Opera's CARMEN
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2024
Watch tenor Michael Fabiano sing an excerpt from Don José’s Act II aria in a stage rehearsal in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2024
Watch tenor Michael Fabiano sing an excerpt from Don José’s Act II aria in a stage rehearsal in the video here!
ChicArt Productions Launches A 5-Day High-Performance Lab For Actors And Directors In Montreal
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2024
ChicArt Productions will launch its first 5-Day High-performance Lab for actors and directors: an in-person workshop designed to elevate the skills and careers of emerging actors, performance artists, and directors.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2024
ChicArt Productions will launch its first 5-Day High-performance Lab for actors and directors: an in-person workshop designed to elevate the skills and careers of emerging actors, performance artists, and directors.
Rialto Theatre To Present Live Broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's Production of Puccini's MADAMA BUTTERFLY
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2024
Rialto Theatre will preent a live broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's Madama Butterfly on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 19:55.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2024
Rialto Theatre will preent a live broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production of Puccini's Madama Butterfly on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 19:55.
Utah Opera's Thaïs to Conclude the 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2024
Utah Opera will conclude the 2023-24 season with Bassinet's Thaïs. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2024
Utah Opera will conclude the 2023-24 season with Bassinet's Thaïs. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: How to Make a Cad—BUTTERFLY's Pinkerton—Appealing, According to Jonathan Tetelman
by Richard Sasanow - April 26, 2024
It’s a big season at the Met for tenor Jonathan Tetelman—born in Chile, raised in New Jersey—and he’s taking every advantage of it. He’s come to town with a reputation as a Puccini specialist (not that there’s anything wrong with that). How does he feel about that? “Well, I basically built my voice on Puccini repertoire. I’ve taken it as a gift because he’s a great writer for my voice.” His debut at the Met in March was in LA RONDINE but he’s looking forward to showing off more of his dramatic chops with Pinkerton in MADAMA BUTTERFLY, starting this week, because there’s more 'there' there.
by Richard Sasanow - April 26, 2024
It’s a big season at the Met for tenor Jonathan Tetelman—born in Chile, raised in New Jersey—and he’s taking every advantage of it. He’s come to town with a reputation as a Puccini specialist (not that there’s anything wrong with that). How does he feel about that? “Well, I basically built my voice on Puccini repertoire. I’ve taken it as a gift because he’s a great writer for my voice.” His debut at the Met in March was in LA RONDINE but he’s looking forward to showing off more of his dramatic chops with Pinkerton in MADAMA BUTTERFLY, starting this week, because there’s more 'there' there.
Review: John Adams's EL NINO Finally Arrives at the Met After World Travels
by Richard Sasanow - April 24, 2024
Back in December, I saw the chamber version of John Adams’s EL NINO—dubbed EL NINO: NATIVITY RECONSIDERED—at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Pared down to its essence, it was wonderful, starred two of the singers who made their debuts in the premiere at the Met, soprano Julia Bullock and bass-baritone Davone Tines plus countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo, who were at their best. It was a somber evening in a dramatic setting—a far cry from the oratorio/opera’s over-the-top welcome to Lincoln Center last night, in Lileana Blain-Cruz’s production that made me wonder what Franco Zeffirelli might have done with it. Think the Parisian throngs in Act II of the Met’s LA BOHEME (which, of course, is one of the Met’s most popular productions with audiences).
by Richard Sasanow - April 24, 2024
Back in December, I saw the chamber version of John Adams’s EL NINO—dubbed EL NINO: NATIVITY RECONSIDERED—at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Pared down to its essence, it was wonderful, starred two of the singers who made their debuts in the premiere at the Met, soprano Julia Bullock and bass-baritone Davone Tines plus countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo, who were at their best. It was a somber evening in a dramatic setting—a far cry from the oratorio/opera’s over-the-top welcome to Lincoln Center last night, in Lileana Blain-Cruz’s production that made me wonder what Franco Zeffirelli might have done with it. Think the Parisian throngs in Act II of the Met’s LA BOHEME (which, of course, is one of the Met’s most popular productions with audiences).
Wagner College Opera Presents SUOR ANGELICA & GALLANTRY In May
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
Experience a Spring double-bill by Wagner College Opera featuring Moore's comedic 'Gallantry' and Puccini's tragic 'Suor Angelica'.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
Experience a Spring double-bill by Wagner College Opera featuring Moore's comedic 'Gallantry' and Puccini's tragic 'Suor Angelica'.
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On EL NIÑO at the Metropolitan Opera
by Joshua Wright - April 24, 2024
The Met premiere of John Adams’s opera-oratorio EL NIŃO, which features soprano Julia Bullock, mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges, and bass-baritone Davóne Tines is now on stage! What did the critics think?
by Joshua Wright - April 24, 2024
The Met premiere of John Adams’s opera-oratorio EL NIŃO, which features soprano Julia Bullock, mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges, and bass-baritone Davóne Tines is now on stage! What did the critics think?
FLORENCIA EN EL AMAZONAS & More Set for North Carolina Opera 2024/2025 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
North Carolina Opera has unveiled its 2024/25 season featuring its first Spanish-language production and more!
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
North Carolina Opera has unveiled its 2024/25 season featuring its first Spanish-language production and more!
The Met's 2024 Summer Recital Series to Begin in June
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2024
The Metropolitan Opera’s 2024 Summer Recital Series, now in its 15th season, will begin June 18, with five free outdoor recitals throughout New York City. Learn more about the performances!
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2024
The Metropolitan Opera’s 2024 Summer Recital Series, now in its 15th season, will begin June 18, with five free outdoor recitals throughout New York City. Learn more about the performances!
Video: Kathleen Battle Performs Excerpt From Baroque Duet
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2024
Soprano Kathleen Battle will return to the Met stage May 12 for a special performance of classical song and favorite spirituals. In an all new video, featuring an excerpt from Baroque Duet, Battle sings “My Heavenly Father Watches over Me.”
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2024
Soprano Kathleen Battle will return to the Met stage May 12 for a special performance of classical song and favorite spirituals. In an all new video, featuring an excerpt from Baroque Duet, Battle sings “My Heavenly Father Watches over Me.”
THE ELECTRONIC OPERA A Tragicomic Opera Out This May On Innova
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2024
Explore THE ELECTRONIC LOVER, a tragicomic opera in 9 episodes by Lisa Mezzacappa and Beth Lisick.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2024
Explore THE ELECTRONIC LOVER, a tragicomic opera in 9 episodes by Lisa Mezzacappa and Beth Lisick.
Review: TURANDOT at Belk Theater
by Perry Tannenbaum - April 22, 2024
Yes, a grand opera was inserted at Belk Theater as the clock or calendar was winding down! Around the world, Callas, Nilsson, and Sutherland are among the divas who have graced the powerhouse role of TURANDOT, and Franco Zeffirelli's production at the Met is as revered for its stateliness and splendor as the Notre Dame Cathedral. Grand? Monumental.
by Perry Tannenbaum - April 22, 2024
Yes, a grand opera was inserted at Belk Theater as the clock or calendar was winding down! Around the world, Callas, Nilsson, and Sutherland are among the divas who have graced the powerhouse role of TURANDOT, and Franco Zeffirelli's production at the Met is as revered for its stateliness and splendor as the Notre Dame Cathedral. Grand? Monumental.
Video: Watch the Opening Chorus from LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR at Opera Orlando
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2024
Watch the opening chorus for Opera Orlando's production of LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2024
Watch the opening chorus for Opera Orlando's production of LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR in the video here!
Review: Separated at Birth? Boulanger's VILLE MORTE and Debussy's PELLEAS Fall Similarly on the Ear
by Richard Sasanow - April 20, 2024
It’s easy to understand why Neal Goren, founder and artistic director of Catapult Opera, was immediately taken with LA VILLE MORTE. (His program notes say, “Upon receiving the piano-vocal score, I found myself sighing in ecstasy…”) First, the name Nadia Boulanger is magic in 20th century music—in music history in general, for that matter—though not for her own compositions.
by Richard Sasanow - April 20, 2024
It’s easy to understand why Neal Goren, founder and artistic director of Catapult Opera, was immediately taken with LA VILLE MORTE. (His program notes say, “Upon receiving the piano-vocal score, I found myself sighing in ecstasy…”) First, the name Nadia Boulanger is magic in 20th century music—in music history in general, for that matter—though not for her own compositions.
Review: Lighter Side of the Fall of the Weimar Republic, in Death of Classical's TIERGARTEN?
by Richard Sasanow - April 20, 2024
I wouldn’t say that Andrew Ousley’s TIERGARTEN cabaret draws parallels between Weimar Germany—from World War I, leading up to the Nazification of the country and finally World War II—and the current political climate in the US. But you could. After all, who doesn’t love a little escapist fiddling while Rome (and other entities)—burns, here performed as part of the Carnegie Hall festival “Fall of the Weimar Republic: Dancing on the Precipice”?
by Richard Sasanow - April 20, 2024
I wouldn’t say that Andrew Ousley’s TIERGARTEN cabaret draws parallels between Weimar Germany—from World War I, leading up to the Nazification of the country and finally World War II—and the current political climate in the US. But you could. After all, who doesn’t love a little escapist fiddling while Rome (and other entities)—burns, here performed as part of the Carnegie Hall festival “Fall of the Weimar Republic: Dancing on the Precipice”?
The Hungarian State Opera Will Perform Mussorgsky's BORIS GODUNOV This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2024
The Hungarian State Opera will present Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov with Kossuth Prize recipient Gábor Bretz in the title role.
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2024
The Hungarian State Opera will present Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov with Kossuth Prize recipient Gábor Bretz in the title role.
Northern Ireland Opera Announces Cast And Creatives For EUGENE ONEGIN
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
Discover the cast and creatives announced by Northern Ireland Opera for the production of EUGENE ONÉGIN. Get insights into the team bringing this classic opera to life.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
Discover the cast and creatives announced by Northern Ireland Opera for the production of EUGENE ONÉGIN. Get insights into the team bringing this classic opera to life.
GUYS AND DOLLS, COSI FAN TUTTE, and More Set For Opera Saratoga's 2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
Opera Saratoga has announced a high stakes 2024 season! The summer festival features three sure bets - three new productions at Universal Preservation Hall running from June 27 to July 7.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
Opera Saratoga has announced a high stakes 2024 season! The summer festival features three sure bets - three new productions at Universal Preservation Hall running from June 27 to July 7.
Videos: Cast and Creatives Talk EL NINO at the Metropolitan Opera in Two New Panels
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
The cast and creative team members of John Adams's El Niño at the Metropolitan Opera recently took part in two different panels to discuss the production, at The Apollo and The Guggenheim. Both panels are now available in full to watch online. Check out the videos here!
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
The cast and creative team members of John Adams's El Niño at the Metropolitan Opera recently took part in two different panels to discuss the production, at The Apollo and The Guggenheim. Both panels are now available in full to watch online. Check out the videos here!
Houston Grand Opera Will Present Two Free Performances of MADAME BUTTERFLY
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
Houston Grand Opera will present two free performances of Puccini’s stunning masterpiece, Madame Butterfly. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
Houston Grand Opera will present two free performances of Puccini’s stunning masterpiece, Madame Butterfly. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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