Wexford Festival Opera Nominated For World's Best Opera Festival
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2017
Wexford Festival Opera has once again been nominated in the highly coveted Best Festival category in the upcoming International Opera Awards. This is the third time Wexford has been nominated in this category since the awards were established in 2012.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2017
Wexford Festival Opera has once again been nominated in the highly coveted Best Festival category in the upcoming International Opera Awards. This is the third time Wexford has been nominated in this category since the awards were established in 2012.
DUREY REDISCOVERED to Premiere Uncovered Manuscripts at NYU's La Maison Francaise
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
An ensemble of artists committed to exploring the rarely heard music of Louis Durey present six of his unpublished manuscripts, including four North American premieres, today, February 4 at 4:00 p.m. at La Maison Francaise at New York University as a prelude to a recording to be released this May by New Focus Records.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
An ensemble of artists committed to exploring the rarely heard music of Louis Durey present six of his unpublished manuscripts, including four North American premieres, today, February 4 at 4:00 p.m. at La Maison Francaise at New York University as a prelude to a recording to be released this May by New Focus Records.
North Carolina Opera's Artistic And Music Director To Step Down
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
North Carolina Opera's Artistic & Music Director Timothy Myers is stepping down from his post at the end of September.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
North Carolina Opera's Artistic & Music Director Timothy Myers is stepping down from his post at the end of September.
The International Opera Awards Announces Finalists
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
With more than 20,000 nominations made, the International Opera Awards is pleased to announce the finalists for this year's Awards. These were selected by an international jury chaired by John Allison, editor of Opera magazine and classical music critic with The Daily Telegraph, 'Once again, it was both a challenge and a pleasure for us to produce these shortlists, and I am very grateful to our distinguished jury. The quality of the nominations-received in record numbers this year-was very high, and I hope our lists prove that for all the difficulties faced by the world's opera companies, opera is in fact in a healthy and vibrant state.'
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
With more than 20,000 nominations made, the International Opera Awards is pleased to announce the finalists for this year's Awards. These were selected by an international jury chaired by John Allison, editor of Opera magazine and classical music critic with The Daily Telegraph, 'Once again, it was both a challenge and a pleasure for us to produce these shortlists, and I am very grateful to our distinguished jury. The quality of the nominations-received in record numbers this year-was very high, and I hope our lists prove that for all the difficulties faced by the world's opera companies, opera is in fact in a healthy and vibrant state.'
New Opera NYC Presents A Concert Of Music From Ilya Demutsky, Today
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
Award-winning Russian composer Ilya Demutsky will be holding his first ever concert in New York City hosted by New Opera NYC. An international success, Demutsky is a composer for orchestra, chorus, chamber ensemble, piano, voice, as well film music.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
Award-winning Russian composer Ilya Demutsky will be holding his first ever concert in New York City hosted by New Opera NYC. An international success, Demutsky is a composer for orchestra, chorus, chamber ensemble, piano, voice, as well film music.
CCP, J&S Productions to Stage 60th-Anniversary Production of NOLI ME TANGERE, The Opera
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and J&S Productions Inc. will co-present the Philippines' first full-length opera, Noli Me Tangere, The Opera, at the CCP's Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo from January 28 (gala premiere) to February 3, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and J&S Productions Inc. will co-present the Philippines' first full-length opera, Noli Me Tangere, The Opera, at the CCP's Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo from January 28 (gala premiere) to February 3, 2017.
Photo Coverage: First Look at ENO's Mafia-Inspired RIGOLETTO
by Roy Tan - February 02, 2017
A tragic story of jealousy, vengeance and sacrifice, Rigoletto is one of Verdi's most popular operas. Jonathan Miller's much-loved 'Mafia' production makes a welcome return to the ENO stage, relocating the action to New York's Little Italy in the 1950s.
by Roy Tan - February 02, 2017
A tragic story of jealousy, vengeance and sacrifice, Rigoletto is one of Verdi's most popular operas. Jonathan Miller's much-loved 'Mafia' production makes a welcome return to the ENO stage, relocating the action to New York's Little Italy in the 1950s.
BWW Preview: Guggenheim's Works & Process Looks Inside the Met's New RUSALKA
by Richard Sasanow - February 02, 2017
“RUSALKA is an operatic fairytale with a strong message about the consequences of over-reaching--an appropriate, cautionary tale for our times,” said Peter Gelb, the Metropolitan Opera's General Manager, introducing a panel at the Guggenheim Museum's Works & Process series that included director Mary Zimmerman and conductor Mark Elder. The new production opens at the Met on February 2--“and that's not an 'alternative fact,'” said Gelb--starring soprano Kristine Opolais as Rusalka, tenor Brandon Jovanovich as the Prince, mezzo Jamie Barton as Jezibaba (the witch), and bass-baritone Eric Owens as the Water Gnome (Rusalka's father).
by Richard Sasanow - February 02, 2017
“RUSALKA is an operatic fairytale with a strong message about the consequences of over-reaching--an appropriate, cautionary tale for our times,” said Peter Gelb, the Metropolitan Opera's General Manager, introducing a panel at the Guggenheim Museum's Works & Process series that included director Mary Zimmerman and conductor Mark Elder. The new production opens at the Met on February 2--“and that's not an 'alternative fact,'” said Gelb--starring soprano Kristine Opolais as Rusalka, tenor Brandon Jovanovich as the Prince, mezzo Jamie Barton as Jezibaba (the witch), and bass-baritone Eric Owens as the Water Gnome (Rusalka's father).
Lisa Chavez To Replace Leann Sandel-Pantaleo In Sarasota Opera's DIALOGUES OF THE CARMELITES, Sarasota Opera Announces Winter Season
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Thrilling music, exciting new voices, and compelling theater will launch Sarasota Opera into its 58th Winter Festival Season on Saturday, February 11th, 2017. This will be the company's first season in 28 years to not include any operas by Giuseppe Verdi.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Thrilling music, exciting new voices, and compelling theater will launch Sarasota Opera into its 58th Winter Festival Season on Saturday, February 11th, 2017. This will be the company's first season in 28 years to not include any operas by Giuseppe Verdi.
Musicologist Philip Gossett To Donate Complete Music Collection To Julliard
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Musicologist Philip Gossett, one of the world's foremost experts on opera, is donating his complete music collection of more than 2,000 items, primarily scores of works by Rossini, Verdi, and other Italian composers, to Juilliard.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Musicologist Philip Gossett, one of the world's foremost experts on opera, is donating his complete music collection of more than 2,000 items, primarily scores of works by Rossini, Verdi, and other Italian composers, to Juilliard.
Mannes School of Music to Present Robert Ashley Opera DUST
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Mannes School of Music at The New School, now celebrating its centennial year, announces a four-performance run of Robert Ashley's groundbreaking opera, DUST, with a new production by William Gustafson and Troy Hourie.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Mannes School of Music at The New School, now celebrating its centennial year, announces a four-performance run of Robert Ashley's groundbreaking opera, DUST, with a new production by William Gustafson and Troy Hourie.
The Atlanta Opera Discoveries Series Presents MARIA DE BUENOS ARIES, 2/2-2/6
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
The Atlanta Opera's Discoveries series brings Maria de Buenos Aires, a tango opera with music by Astor Piazzolla and texts by Horacio Ferrer, to Atlanta for the first time.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
The Atlanta Opera's Discoveries series brings Maria de Buenos Aires, a tango opera with music by Astor Piazzolla and texts by Horacio Ferrer, to Atlanta for the first time.
BWW Review: NOLI ME TANGERE, The Opera Goes For A Grand Staging
by Jude Buot - February 01, 2017
60 years after its original run in Manila, 'Noli Me Tangere, the Opera' is back for a limited engagement at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Main Hall. The show's producers, Jerry Sibal (also the show's director) and Edwin Josue, Filipinos both based in the United States, are going all out in making this production worth their trip back to the Philippines. Read to see what our critic thinks.
by Jude Buot - February 01, 2017
60 years after its original run in Manila, 'Noli Me Tangere, the Opera' is back for a limited engagement at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Main Hall. The show's producers, Jerry Sibal (also the show's director) and Edwin Josue, Filipinos both based in the United States, are going all out in making this production worth their trip back to the Philippines. Read to see what our critic thinks.
'Written on Skin' Composer, George Benjamin, to Premiere New Opera, LESSONS IN LOVE AND VIOLENCE at the Royal Opera, May 2018
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
The Royal Opera has announced the world premiere of George Benjamin's new opera, Lessons in Love and Violence, which will be presented in May 2018.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
The Royal Opera has announced the world premiere of George Benjamin's new opera, Lessons in Love and Violence, which will be presented in May 2018.
International House to Host Leontyne Price 90th Birthday Tribute Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2017
In the early 1950s, when she was a student at the Juilliard School, beloved soprano Leontyne Price, who turns 90 on February 10, lived and worked at International House, the Riverside Drive residential community founded by the Rockefeller and Dodge families in1924 dedicated to preparing the next generation of globally-minded leaders.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2017
In the early 1950s, when she was a student at the Juilliard School, beloved soprano Leontyne Price, who turns 90 on February 10, lived and worked at International House, the Riverside Drive residential community founded by the Rockefeller and Dodge families in1924 dedicated to preparing the next generation of globally-minded leaders.
Mezzo-Soprano Marianne Cornetti Swings for the Fences
by Erica Miner - January 31, 2017
The busy mezzo has even sung the National Anthem at a Pirates-Braves game
by Erica Miner - January 31, 2017
The busy mezzo has even sung the National Anthem at a Pirates-Braves game
Patricia Racette to Lead LA Opera's SALOME, 2/18 - Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2017
General Director Plácido Domingo announced complete casting details for LA Opera's upcoming presentation of Richard Strauss's Salome, to be conducted by Music Director James Conlon. A revival of the production originally staged by Sir Peter Hall during the company's inaugural season, Salome will star soprano Patricia Racette in the title role, her fifth leading role in Los Angeles. Performances will take place at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion (135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90012) from February 18 through March 19.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2017
General Director Plácido Domingo announced complete casting details for LA Opera's upcoming presentation of Richard Strauss's Salome, to be conducted by Music Director James Conlon. A revival of the production originally staged by Sir Peter Hall during the company's inaugural season, Salome will star soprano Patricia Racette in the title role, her fifth leading role in Los Angeles. Performances will take place at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion (135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90012) from February 18 through March 19.
BWW Review: MARILYN HORNE SONG CELEBRATION at Zankel Hall Shows What Makes America Great
by Richard Sasanow - January 30, 2017
At last month's concert in Carnegie Hall, Joyce DiDonato was glorious musically but less-than-cheery philosophically--and that was before the guy in the White House started taking aim at arts and education funding. Taking the stage at Carnegie's Zankel Hall on Saturday, at THE MARILYN HORNE SONG CELEBRATION, Marilyn Horne was in a feistier frame of mind about the fight for our hearts, minds and souls--though she admittedly hadn't figured out a way for her personally to take on the battle . It seemed to me that the evening, with emerging singers and the great guest, was a pretty good way to get the ball rolling.
by Richard Sasanow - January 30, 2017
At last month's concert in Carnegie Hall, Joyce DiDonato was glorious musically but less-than-cheery philosophically--and that was before the guy in the White House started taking aim at arts and education funding. Taking the stage at Carnegie's Zankel Hall on Saturday, at THE MARILYN HORNE SONG CELEBRATION, Marilyn Horne was in a feistier frame of mind about the fight for our hearts, minds and souls--though she admittedly hadn't figured out a way for her personally to take on the battle . It seemed to me that the evening, with emerging singers and the great guest, was a pretty good way to get the ball rolling.
BWW Review: LA CENERENTOLA at Winter Opera St. Louis--
Magic Music, Not Magic Pumpkins!
by Steve Callahan - January 30, 2017
Rossini's 'La Cenerentola': Winter Opera's fine production of this beloved Cinderella work makes a beautiful anniversary gift.
by Steve Callahan - January 30, 2017
Rossini's 'La Cenerentola': Winter Opera's fine production of this beloved Cinderella work makes a beautiful anniversary gift.
BWW Review: RIGOLETTO at Metropolitan Opera
by Milette shanon - January 30, 2017
Michael Mayer's revised production of Rigoletto in Las Vegas, complete with Vegas dancers, mobsters and a topless pole dancer is GREAT ENTERTAINMENT
by Milette shanon - January 30, 2017
Michael Mayer's revised production of Rigoletto in Las Vegas, complete with Vegas dancers, mobsters and a topless pole dancer is GREAT ENTERTAINMENT
Opera League announces 5th Annual Young Voice Competition
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2017
This is the fifth annual Young Voice Competition sponsored by Pikes Peak Opera League to support young high school voice students as they develop their talent in singing and performance. Visit the League's web site at www.pikespeakoperaleague.org or call Susan Loring at 719-290-6738 for more information. The League has expanded its reach to include talented young singers participating from many communities in southern Colorado. The Finals Judges are Dennis Jackson, Dr. Susan Rae Jenson and Martha Booth. Combined, they have had many years of international experience in opera, the art of singing and performance, as well as coaching. Cash prizes are awarded to the three Competition Winners. If you are a high school voice student interested in applying, please visit the web site to see the rules, application and deadline on the web site.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2017
This is the fifth annual Young Voice Competition sponsored by Pikes Peak Opera League to support young high school voice students as they develop their talent in singing and performance. Visit the League's web site at www.pikespeakoperaleague.org or call Susan Loring at 719-290-6738 for more information. The League has expanded its reach to include talented young singers participating from many communities in southern Colorado. The Finals Judges are Dennis Jackson, Dr. Susan Rae Jenson and Martha Booth. Combined, they have had many years of international experience in opera, the art of singing and performance, as well as coaching. Cash prizes are awarded to the three Competition Winners. If you are a high school voice student interested in applying, please visit the web site to see the rules, application and deadline on the web site.
Houston Grand Opera Announces Concert of Arias 2017 Winners
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) announced today the winners of the 299h annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers that took place on the evening of January 27 at the Wortham Theater Center's Cullen Theater. For the first time, the Concert of Arias was streamed live on Facebook, and viewers were able to cast their votes for an Online Viewers' Choice Award. The winner was announced during the second portion of the program, along with the other winners.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) announced today the winners of the 299h annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers that took place on the evening of January 27 at the Wortham Theater Center's Cullen Theater. For the first time, the Concert of Arias was streamed live on Facebook, and viewers were able to cast their votes for an Online Viewers' Choice Award. The winner was announced during the second portion of the program, along with the other winners.
Lyric Opera Kansas City Presents EXPLORATIONS Series With THE JULIET LETTERS, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
The inaugural Explorations series continues with Elvis Costello's The Juliet Letters, Jan. 28 and 29 at the Michael and Ginger Frost Production Arts Building at the Richard J. Stern Opera Center.Explorations features eclectic programs in intimate spaces, with programming that crosses musical borders and experiments with a wide range of lyrical expression.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
The inaugural Explorations series continues with Elvis Costello's The Juliet Letters, Jan. 28 and 29 at the Michael and Ginger Frost Production Arts Building at the Richard J. Stern Opera Center.Explorations features eclectic programs in intimate spaces, with programming that crosses musical borders and experiments with a wide range of lyrical expression.
AZ Opera to Present MADAMA BUTTERFLY in Tucson, Phoenix This Winter
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
Arizona Opera kicks off 2017 with Puccini's masterpiece, Madama Butterfly, in Tucson on January 28 at 7:30 pm and January 29 at 2:00 pm in Tucson Music Hall at 260 S. Church and in Phoenix on February 3 & 4 at 7:30 pm and February 5 at 2:00 pm in Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St., Phoenix.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
Arizona Opera kicks off 2017 with Puccini's masterpiece, Madama Butterfly, in Tucson on January 28 at 7:30 pm and January 29 at 2:00 pm in Tucson Music Hall at 260 S. Church and in Phoenix on February 3 & 4 at 7:30 pm and February 5 at 2:00 pm in Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St., Phoenix.
The Florentine Opera to Present ROMANCE ESPAGNOL Revue
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2017
The Florentine Opera continues its 2016-2017 season with a concert revue of opera's most passionate songs from Spain, Latin America and the rich music inspired by those cultures - sung in various popular opera dialects (English, Spanish, German and French).
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2017
The Florentine Opera continues its 2016-2017 season with a concert revue of opera's most passionate songs from Spain, Latin America and the rich music inspired by those cultures - sung in various popular opera dialects (English, Spanish, German and French).
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