BWW Review: ROMEO & JULIET Ennobles at MetOpera
by Matt Hanson - July 05, 2016
Sir Kenneth MacMillan silenced the Bard to the wordless storytelling of corporeal movement. His three-act Romeo & Juliet remounted at MetOpera this June 20-25, ennobled by three decades in American Ballet Theatre repertory.
by Matt Hanson - July 05, 2016
Sir Kenneth MacMillan silenced the Bard to the wordless storytelling of corporeal movement. His three-act Romeo & Juliet remounted at MetOpera this June 20-25, ennobled by three decades in American Ballet Theatre repertory.
BWW Review: St. Petersburg Opera Company's Impressive, Briskly-Paced SOUTH PACIFIC
by Peter Nason - July 05, 2016
Incredibly strong singing voices and an astounding orchestra guided by conductor Mark Sforzini make for a top-flight production.
by Peter Nason - July 05, 2016
Incredibly strong singing voices and an astounding orchestra guided by conductor Mark Sforzini make for a top-flight production.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Update for MANON LESCAUT
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2016
In order to conserve her vocal energies in a season that has included numerous performances of demanding repertory, Anna Netrebko has withdrawn from three of her eight scheduled performances of the title role in Puccini's Manon Lescaut at the Met next season. In her place, Kristine Opolais—who starred in the premiere of the Met's new staging earlier this year—will sing the role of Manon Lescaut on November 21, December 7, and December 10.
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2016
In order to conserve her vocal energies in a season that has included numerous performances of demanding repertory, Anna Netrebko has withdrawn from three of her eight scheduled performances of the title role in Puccini's Manon Lescaut at the Met next season. In her place, Kristine Opolais—who starred in the premiere of the Met's new staging earlier this year—will sing the role of Manon Lescaut on November 21, December 7, and December 10.
Central City Opera to Present TOSCA, 7/16
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2016
Denver, Colo. (July 1, 2016)—On July 16, 1932, Central City Opera Summer Festival, as it is known today, was launched with a performance of Alexandre Dumas' Camille, starring Lillian Gish. The weeklong run completely sold out. On July 16, 2016, 84 years later, Central City Opera continues its 2016 summer festival with the opening of a new production of Tosca, Puccini's powerful thriller of passion, seduction, and deceit, running in repertory in the Central City Opera House through August 7.
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2016
Denver, Colo. (July 1, 2016)—On July 16, 1932, Central City Opera Summer Festival, as it is known today, was launched with a performance of Alexandre Dumas' Camille, starring Lillian Gish. The weeklong run completely sold out. On July 16, 2016, 84 years later, Central City Opera continues its 2016 summer festival with the opening of a new production of Tosca, Puccini's powerful thriller of passion, seduction, and deceit, running in repertory in the Central City Opera House through August 7.
Casts, Creative Teams Set for Wexford Opera's Daytime ShortWorks
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
The casts and creative teams for the daytime ShortWorks operas have been announced.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
The casts and creative teams for the daytime ShortWorks operas have been announced.
Capitol City Opera to Host Annual Fundraiser ON THE LIGHT SIDE, 7/30
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
Capitol City Opera, a company dedicated to supporting and promoting local talent, will be holding its annual fundraiser, On the Light Side, on Friday, July 29 and Saturday, July 30, 2016 at the Church of the Atonement in Sandy Springs. Doors open for a silent auction and “indoor picnic” at 6:30 p.m. The performance begins at 8:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
Capitol City Opera, a company dedicated to supporting and promoting local talent, will be holding its annual fundraiser, On the Light Side, on Friday, July 29 and Saturday, July 30, 2016 at the Church of the Atonement in Sandy Springs. Doors open for a silent auction and “indoor picnic” at 6:30 p.m. The performance begins at 8:00 p.m.
OPERA America Welcomes New Chairman & Members to Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
OPERA America, the national service organization for opera and the nation's leading champion for American opera, is pleased to announce that Timothy O'Leary, general director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, has been elected the new chairman of OPERA America's board of directors. He has been involved with OPERA America since 2006, when he participated in Leadership Advance, one of the organization's professional development programs. He joined OPERA America's board in 2011. O'Leary was elected chairman at OPERA America's recent annual business meeting — held during Opera Conference 2016 in Montreal — where eight new members were also elected to the board and three current members were re-elected to three-year terms.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
OPERA America, the national service organization for opera and the nation's leading champion for American opera, is pleased to announce that Timothy O'Leary, general director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, has been elected the new chairman of OPERA America's board of directors. He has been involved with OPERA America since 2006, when he participated in Leadership Advance, one of the organization's professional development programs. He joined OPERA America's board in 2011. O'Leary was elected chairman at OPERA America's recent annual business meeting — held during Opera Conference 2016 in Montreal — where eight new members were also elected to the board and three current members were re-elected to three-year terms.
Central City Opera to Kick Off Summer Festival with BALLAD OF BABY DOE, 7/9
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
Denver, Colo. (June 29, 2016)—Central City Opera opens its 2016 summer festival with Douglas Moore'sThe Ballad of Baby Doe, running in repertory from July 9 through August 6, in the historic 550-seat opera house in Central City.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
Denver, Colo. (June 29, 2016)—Central City Opera opens its 2016 summer festival with Douglas Moore'sThe Ballad of Baby Doe, running in repertory from July 9 through August 6, in the historic 550-seat opera house in Central City.
BWW Review: Down the River with Catan's FLORENCIA at New York City Opera
by Richard Sasanow - June 30, 2016
If you're a fan of Puccini-esque music and the “magic realism” of the great Colombian writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Daniel Catan's FLORENCIA EN EL AMAZONAS may be for you. Others might find the opera--which had its New York premiere at New York City Opera's home at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Theatre--like falling into a production of “Alice in Puccini-land.” With an endless array of high-strung arias, it left no room for anyone to come up for air for 2½ hours, despite some first-rate performances.
by Richard Sasanow - June 30, 2016
If you're a fan of Puccini-esque music and the “magic realism” of the great Colombian writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Daniel Catan's FLORENCIA EN EL AMAZONAS may be for you. Others might find the opera--which had its New York premiere at New York City Opera's home at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Theatre--like falling into a production of “Alice in Puccini-land.” With an endless array of high-strung arias, it left no room for anyone to come up for air for 2½ hours, despite some first-rate performances.
Opera Theatre of the Rockies' 15th Annual Vocal Arts Festival to Kick Off 7/10
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2016
Opera Theatre of the Rockies announces its 15th annual summer “Vocal Arts Festival,” two weeks of musical activities and events featuring young singers ranging in age from middle school through post-college/young professionals who come from all over the U.S. to participate in intensive training sessions with voice, acting and dance coaches. Classes given by expert faculty run from Sunday, July 10 to Sunday, July 24 at Colorado College. Several gifted local artists will participate as teaching staff. Festival Concerts feature scenes from opera and music theatre performed by VAF participants and guest artists.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2016
Opera Theatre of the Rockies announces its 15th annual summer “Vocal Arts Festival,” two weeks of musical activities and events featuring young singers ranging in age from middle school through post-college/young professionals who come from all over the U.S. to participate in intensive training sessions with voice, acting and dance coaches. Classes given by expert faculty run from Sunday, July 10 to Sunday, July 24 at Colorado College. Several gifted local artists will participate as teaching staff. Festival Concerts feature scenes from opera and music theatre performed by VAF participants and guest artists.
Jenny Ashman and Brandon Rubendall to Star in EVITA at Opera North
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2016
Opera North is pleased to announce the principal cast and creative team for Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's EVITA, one of its three Summerfest 2016 mainstage productions, to be held July 29 - August 13 at the Lebanon Opera House.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2016
Opera North is pleased to announce the principal cast and creative team for Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's EVITA, one of its three Summerfest 2016 mainstage productions, to be held July 29 - August 13 at the Lebanon Opera House.
Opera Saratoga Sets 2017 Summer Festival Program
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
Opera Saratoga's Artistic and General Director Lawrence Edelson announced today the three exciting new productions that will comprise the company's 2017 Summer Festival, which will build on the company's commitment to producing masterpieces from the operatic cannon, important American works, and works in which dance plays an integral role.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
Opera Saratoga's Artistic and General Director Lawrence Edelson announced today the three exciting new productions that will comprise the company's 2017 Summer Festival, which will build on the company's commitment to producing masterpieces from the operatic cannon, important American works, and works in which dance plays an integral role.
Ian Derrer Becomes New General Director of Kentucky Opera
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
William A. Blodgett, Jr., President of Kentucky Opera's Board of Directors, has announced the appointment of Ian Derrer as General Director effective September 1, 2016. Derrer will be the fifth General Director in the company's 65-year history; he comes to the position from Dallas Opera, where he is Artistic Administrator and a member of the senior management team.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2016
William A. Blodgett, Jr., President of Kentucky Opera's Board of Directors, has announced the appointment of Ian Derrer as General Director effective September 1, 2016. Derrer will be the fifth General Director in the company's 65-year history; he comes to the position from Dallas Opera, where he is Artistic Administrator and a member of the senior management team.
BWW Review: THE GONDOLIERS - Comic Opera At Its Finest
by Lynn Beaver - June 28, 2016
BWW Review: THE GONDOLIERS - Comic Opera At Its Finest Celebrating its 40th year, The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Austin brings us a world class production of THE GONDOLIERS. A sumptuous feast for the senses, the entire show is on point perfection.
by Lynn Beaver - June 28, 2016
BWW Review: THE GONDOLIERS - Comic Opera At Its Finest Celebrating its 40th year, The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Austin brings us a world class production of THE GONDOLIERS. A sumptuous feast for the senses, the entire show is on point perfection.
BWW Review: PATIENCE & SARAH Shines Light on Women in Love in 19th-Century New England
by Richard Sasanow - June 28, 2016
PATIENCE & SARAH—at least in the production of this chamber opera seen this past week at the Players Theatre in Greenwich Village, as part of the New York Opera Fest and 18 years after its premiere at Lincoln Center Festival—is a beautiful but somewhat lopsided affair. While it tells of the love shared by the women of the title, despite the objections and confusion of their families—Patience is educated, wealthy and a painter, Sarah's a poor, illiterate farmer--it seems really to be the story of Sarah.
by Richard Sasanow - June 28, 2016
PATIENCE & SARAH—at least in the production of this chamber opera seen this past week at the Players Theatre in Greenwich Village, as part of the New York Opera Fest and 18 years after its premiere at Lincoln Center Festival—is a beautiful but somewhat lopsided affair. While it tells of the love shared by the women of the title, despite the objections and confusion of their families—Patience is educated, wealthy and a painter, Sarah's a poor, illiterate farmer--it seems really to be the story of Sarah.
New Opera SISTER CARRIE Comes to Marcus Center This Fall
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
SISTER CARRIE, a new American opera commissioned by Florentine Opera from the creators of Elmer Gantry, comes to Milwaukee's Marcus Center for the Performing Arts for two performances: Friday October 7 at 7:30 PM and Sunday October 9 at 2:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
SISTER CARRIE, a new American opera commissioned by Florentine Opera from the creators of Elmer Gantry, comes to Milwaukee's Marcus Center for the Performing Arts for two performances: Friday October 7 at 7:30 PM and Sunday October 9 at 2:30 PM.
North Carolina Opera to Open 2016-17 Season with Wagner's DAS RHEINGOLD
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
Raleigh, NC -- North Carolina Opera is excited to announce the opening of individual non-subscription ticket sales beginning Sunday, June 26, 2016. The 2016/17 season opener, Wagner's Das Rheingold will be presented on Friday, September 16 at 8pm and Sunday, September 18 at 3pm at Meymandi Concert Hall in Raleigh.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
Raleigh, NC -- North Carolina Opera is excited to announce the opening of individual non-subscription ticket sales beginning Sunday, June 26, 2016. The 2016/17 season opener, Wagner's Das Rheingold will be presented on Friday, September 16 at 8pm and Sunday, September 18 at 3pm at Meymandi Concert Hall in Raleigh.
Nancy Golden Named Opera Santa Barbara Board Chair
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
Nancy Golden, an accomplished marketing and fundraising professional with a distinguished record of involvement with area cultural and nonprofit organizations, has been named Opera Santa Barbara Board chair. Ms. Golden, who had been serving as vice-chair, will succeed Sandra Urquhart when her two-year term begins July 1. Rounding out the Board's new complement of officers are Jon DuPrau (vice-chair), Mary Penny (secretary), Richard Banks (treasurer), and Beno Budgor (member at large). Each will serve a one-year term.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
Nancy Golden, an accomplished marketing and fundraising professional with a distinguished record of involvement with area cultural and nonprofit organizations, has been named Opera Santa Barbara Board chair. Ms. Golden, who had been serving as vice-chair, will succeed Sandra Urquhart when her two-year term begins July 1. Rounding out the Board's new complement of officers are Jon DuPrau (vice-chair), Mary Penny (secretary), Richard Banks (treasurer), and Beno Budgor (member at large). Each will serve a one-year term.
Lyric Opera of KC Names New Resident Artists
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler today announced the selection of the inaugural class of the Resident Artists Program. They include: soprano April Martin, mezzo-soprano Samantha Gossard, tenor Casey Candebat, baritone John Viscardi and pianist Kyle Naig. They will perform in various roles throughout the 2016-17 season on the mainstage at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts as well as at community outreach and education events. The artists were selected after a rigorous national audition of more than 100 singers. Led by Vinson Cole, UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance faculty member and one of the leading artists of his generation, Resident Artists Program signals the creation of the first-ever Resident Company for the Lyric Opera of Kansas City.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler today announced the selection of the inaugural class of the Resident Artists Program. They include: soprano April Martin, mezzo-soprano Samantha Gossard, tenor Casey Candebat, baritone John Viscardi and pianist Kyle Naig. They will perform in various roles throughout the 2016-17 season on the mainstage at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts as well as at community outreach and education events. The artists were selected after a rigorous national audition of more than 100 singers. Led by Vinson Cole, UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance faculty member and one of the leading artists of his generation, Resident Artists Program signals the creation of the first-ever Resident Company for the Lyric Opera of Kansas City.
LA Opera Adds Five Members to Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
General Director Plácido Domingo announced that Alexis Deutsch-Adler, Penelope D. Foley, Kiki Ramos Gindler, Linda Pierce and Heinrich Schelbert have been elected to LA Opera's board of directors.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
General Director Plácido Domingo announced that Alexis Deutsch-Adler, Penelope D. Foley, Kiki Ramos Gindler, Linda Pierce and Heinrich Schelbert have been elected to LA Opera's board of directors.
BWW Review: The Met's SummerStage Recital Has a Date with an 'Angel'
by Richard Sasanow - June 27, 2016
The weather, the stars and “the stars” aligned the other night in Central Park, when the Metropolitan Opera performed its annual recital at SummerStage. Usually home to more pop culture performers, it turned out to be the perfect venue for introductions to some unfamiliar yet striking performers, including soprano Angel Blue, tenor Ben Bliss and baritone Alexey Lavrov.
by Richard Sasanow - June 27, 2016
The weather, the stars and “the stars” aligned the other night in Central Park, when the Metropolitan Opera performed its annual recital at SummerStage. Usually home to more pop culture performers, it turned out to be the perfect venue for introductions to some unfamiliar yet striking performers, including soprano Angel Blue, tenor Ben Bliss and baritone Alexey Lavrov.
Ardea Arts Showcases BOUNCE THE BASKETBALL OPERA at Paerdegat Park This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2016
Ardea Arts announces BOUNCE The Basketball Opera, their latest project in development. Showcase performances will take place at Paerdegat Park in East Flatbush, Brooklyn Today-Monday June 25-27, 2016 at 6pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2016
Ardea Arts announces BOUNCE The Basketball Opera, their latest project in development. Showcase performances will take place at Paerdegat Park in East Flatbush, Brooklyn Today-Monday June 25-27, 2016 at 6pm.
BWW Review: THE LOVE FOR THREE ORANGES Is A Bizarre, Juicy, Fairytale Feast Of Color And Comedy
by Jade Kops - June 24, 2016
Opera Australia's interpretation of Sergei Prokofief's THE LOVE FOR THREE ORANGES returns to delight and entrance Sydney audiences. An explosion of colour, light, and fabulous physicality, this work breaks the mould of traditional opera with animated, accessible music and clever lyrics.
by Jade Kops - June 24, 2016
Opera Australia's interpretation of Sergei Prokofief's THE LOVE FOR THREE ORANGES returns to delight and entrance Sydney audiences. An explosion of colour, light, and fabulous physicality, this work breaks the mould of traditional opera with animated, accessible music and clever lyrics.
Opera Project Columbus to Present IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA, Today
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
Opera Project Columbus presents Gioacchino Rossini's Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) Today, June 24 at 7:30pm and Sunday, June 26 at 3pm at the McCoy Center for the Arts in New Albany (100 W. Dublin Granville Rd., New Albany, OH 43054). The show will be fully staged, featuring the OPC Orchestra led by Maestro Alessandro Siciliani performing in the pit of the McCoy Center.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
Opera Project Columbus presents Gioacchino Rossini's Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) Today, June 24 at 7:30pm and Sunday, June 26 at 3pm at the McCoy Center for the Arts in New Albany (100 W. Dublin Granville Rd., New Albany, OH 43054). The show will be fully staged, featuring the OPC Orchestra led by Maestro Alessandro Siciliani performing in the pit of the McCoy Center.
Opera Project Columbus Presents Rossini's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, 6/24 and 6/26
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
Opera Project Columbus presents Gioacchino Rossini's Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) Today, June 24 at 7:30pm and Sunday, June 26 at 3pm at the McCoy Center for the Arts in New Albany (100 W. Dublin Granville Rd., New Albany, OH 43054). The show will be fully staged, featuring the OPC Orchestra led by Maestro Alessandro Siciliani performing in the pit of the McCoy Center.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2016
Opera Project Columbus presents Gioacchino Rossini's Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) Today, June 24 at 7:30pm and Sunday, June 26 at 3pm at the McCoy Center for the Arts in New Albany (100 W. Dublin Granville Rd., New Albany, OH 43054). The show will be fully staged, featuring the OPC Orchestra led by Maestro Alessandro Siciliani performing in the pit of the McCoy Center.
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