Nashville Opera Sets 100th Production
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2016
Nashville Opera presents Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center's Andrew Jackson Hall located at 505 Deaderick Street in Downtown Nashville: Thursday, April 7th at 7 PM and Saturday, April 9th at 8 PM. John Hoomes, Nashville Opera's Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director, directs the production with Maestro Dean Williamson conducting the Nashville Opera Orchestra. Amy Tate Williams, accompanist and chorusmaster, leads the 24-member Nashville Opera Ensemble. John Hoomes will present the popular Opera Insights discussion one-hour prior to curtain on the Orchestra Level and admission is free to all ticket holders.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2016
Nashville Opera presents Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center's Andrew Jackson Hall located at 505 Deaderick Street in Downtown Nashville: Thursday, April 7th at 7 PM and Saturday, April 9th at 8 PM. John Hoomes, Nashville Opera's Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director, directs the production with Maestro Dean Williamson conducting the Nashville Opera Orchestra. Amy Tate Williams, accompanist and chorusmaster, leads the 24-member Nashville Opera Ensemble. John Hoomes will present the popular Opera Insights discussion one-hour prior to curtain on the Orchestra Level and admission is free to all ticket holders.
BWW Review: The Story Of An Imperial China Under Threat Of Being Left Without A Ruler Because Of The Cold Hearted TURANDOT Unfolds In Handa Opera On Sydney Harbour
by Jade Kops - March 25, 2016
For its fifth year, Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour and Opera Australia have delivered another stunning production with TURANDOT, confirming its position as one of the world's greatest outdoor operas.
by Jade Kops - March 25, 2016
For its fifth year, Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour and Opera Australia have delivered another stunning production with TURANDOT, confirming its position as one of the world's greatest outdoor operas.
BWW Review: If It's Monday, It Must Be Puccini - Opolais is a Ravishing MADAMA BUTTERFLY at the Met
by Richard Sasanow - March 25, 2016
MADAMA BUTTERFLY was never my favorite Puccini until the current production conceived by Anthony Minghella. Before, Butterfly always seemed too submissive, Pinkerton too brutish and their child, well, too cute. Now—particularly with the current cast, headed by the magnificent Kristine Opolais as the young geisha and the dashing Roberto Alagna as the clueless Pinkerton, her American husband--seemed to put my past reservations to rest. The result was a magnificent performance, from beginning to end.
by Richard Sasanow - March 25, 2016
MADAMA BUTTERFLY was never my favorite Puccini until the current production conceived by Anthony Minghella. Before, Butterfly always seemed too submissive, Pinkerton too brutish and their child, well, too cute. Now—particularly with the current cast, headed by the magnificent Kristine Opolais as the young geisha and the dashing Roberto Alagna as the clueless Pinkerton, her American husband--seemed to put my past reservations to rest. The result was a magnificent performance, from beginning to end.
BWW Review: St. Louis Enjoys More Treats from Gateway Opera
by Steve Callahan - March 24, 2016
Once again the exciting young Gateway Opera company shows us that you don't need a massive budget to create wonderful opera.
by Steve Callahan - March 24, 2016
Once again the exciting young Gateway Opera company shows us that you don't need a massive budget to create wonderful opera.
Opera Philadelphia and Apollo Theater to Present YARDBIRD, 4/1
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2016
The Apollo Theater and Opera Philadelphia announced today that Charlie Parker's YARDBIRD, composed by Daniel Schnyder with a libretto by Bridgette A. Wimberly, will have its New York premiere in a co-production between the two institutions, April 1 and 3, 2016. The engagement marks the first time opera will be performed on the Apollo Theater stage, and the first time Opera Philadelphia will produce in New York. The opera will also be recorded for broadcast in November 2016 on New York City's classical music station 105.9 WQXR, at wqxr.org, and distributed nationally by the WFMT Radio Network.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2016
The Apollo Theater and Opera Philadelphia announced today that Charlie Parker's YARDBIRD, composed by Daniel Schnyder with a libretto by Bridgette A. Wimberly, will have its New York premiere in a co-production between the two institutions, April 1 and 3, 2016. The engagement marks the first time opera will be performed on the Apollo Theater stage, and the first time Opera Philadelphia will produce in New York. The opera will also be recorded for broadcast in November 2016 on New York City's classical music station 105.9 WQXR, at wqxr.org, and distributed nationally by the WFMT Radio Network.
Verismo Opera's LA GIOCONDA Coming to bergenPAC with International Cast
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2016
The New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera debuts Amilcare Ponchielli's magnificent work, LA GIOCONDA, replete with complex plots and intrigue, on Sunday, April 17 at 3:00 p.m. at the Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), located at 30 North Van Brunt Street, in Englewood, New Jersey.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2016
The New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera debuts Amilcare Ponchielli's magnificent work, LA GIOCONDA, replete with complex plots and intrigue, on Sunday, April 17 at 3:00 p.m. at the Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), located at 30 North Van Brunt Street, in Englewood, New Jersey.
Boston Lyric Opera Announces 40th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2016
Boston Lyric Opera's Stanford Calderwood General and Artistic Director Esther Nelson announced today that each of the company's 40th anniversary season productions will be presented on a different, iconic Boston stage, starting with its largest-ever undertaking—a spectacular international production of the beloved Georges Bizet opera Carmen in a provocative staging by director Calixto Bieito, co-produced with San Francisco Opera and making its American East Coast premiere at the Boston Opera House on September 23, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2016
Boston Lyric Opera's Stanford Calderwood General and Artistic Director Esther Nelson announced today that each of the company's 40th anniversary season productions will be presented on a different, iconic Boston stage, starting with its largest-ever undertaking—a spectacular international production of the beloved Georges Bizet opera Carmen in a provocative staging by director Calixto Bieito, co-produced with San Francisco Opera and making its American East Coast premiere at the Boston Opera House on September 23, 2016.
New Amsterdam Opera Announces Artistic Advisory Board
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2016
New Amsterdam Opera is thrilled to announce its Artistic Advisory Board. These masters in their respective fields have graciously agreed to share their artistic counsel, wisdom, and expertise with New Amsterdam Opera in pursuing its mission of Opera with a Purpose - To Enchant, Enlighten, & Engage!
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2016
New Amsterdam Opera is thrilled to announce its Artistic Advisory Board. These masters in their respective fields have graciously agreed to share their artistic counsel, wisdom, and expertise with New Amsterdam Opera in pursuing its mission of Opera with a Purpose - To Enchant, Enlighten, & Engage!
BWW Review: The Audience Cheers Tenor Camarena in Delightful DON PASQUALE at the Met
by Richard Sasanow - March 23, 2016
Point/counterpoint: As if to set off its trio of Elizabethan tragedies by Donizetti, the Met is presenting two of the master's comedies. First up: DON PASQUALE, and it was a pip. (The other is L'ELISIR D'AMORE.) Too bad the Met underestimated its appeal, because it had a truncated run of only five performances. Judging by the audience reception, they could have done more--certainly if tenor Javier Camarena was at bat.
by Richard Sasanow - March 23, 2016
Point/counterpoint: As if to set off its trio of Elizabethan tragedies by Donizetti, the Met is presenting two of the master's comedies. First up: DON PASQUALE, and it was a pip. (The other is L'ELISIR D'AMORE.) Too bad the Met underestimated its appeal, because it had a truncated run of only five performances. Judging by the audience reception, they could have done more--certainly if tenor Javier Camarena was at bat.
Photo Flash: Meet the Stars of Pittsburgh Opera's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2016
Rossini's madcap comedy is guaranteed to send you out laughing and humming a tune.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2016
Rossini's madcap comedy is guaranteed to send you out laughing and humming a tune.
Houston Grand Opera Renews Offer to Subscribers
Affected by Energy Downturn
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2016
Houston, March 22, 2016— Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is extending the company's offer of free renewals for subscription packages to all laid-off employees from the energy industry who are current subscribers. HGO first announced the offer in September 2015 for subscriptions to the current season. The company recently kicked off subscription sales for the 2016–17season; the offer will now apply to those subscriptions as well.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2016
Houston, March 22, 2016— Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is extending the company's offer of free renewals for subscription packages to all laid-off employees from the energy industry who are current subscribers. HGO first announced the offer in September 2015 for subscriptions to the current season. The company recently kicked off subscription sales for the 2016–17season; the offer will now apply to those subscriptions as well.
Mark Wigglesworth Resigns as Music Director of the ENO at the End of the Season
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2016
Mark Wigglesworth has resigned as musical director of the English National Opera, 'effective from the end of the current season', the company said in a statement.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2016
Mark Wigglesworth has resigned as musical director of the English National Opera, 'effective from the end of the current season', the company said in a statement.
Tenor Matthew Polenzani - Boy Toy of the Tudor Queens
by Richard Sasanow - March 22, 2016
Tenor Matthew Polenzani--he of the refined singing, elegant deportment and serious nature--is having a great season at the Met, with major roles in a pair of new productions. First, he was Nadir, whose love for the priestess Leila (Diana Damrau) tempts her to give up her vows in Bizet's LES PECHEURS DE PERLES (THE PEARL FISHERS). Now he's working his mojo on no less than Elisabetta (Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen of England), in the new production of Donizetti's ROBERTO DEVEREUX at the Met, premiering March 24.
by Richard Sasanow - March 22, 2016
Tenor Matthew Polenzani--he of the refined singing, elegant deportment and serious nature--is having a great season at the Met, with major roles in a pair of new productions. First, he was Nadir, whose love for the priestess Leila (Diana Damrau) tempts her to give up her vows in Bizet's LES PECHEURS DE PERLES (THE PEARL FISHERS). Now he's working his mojo on no less than Elisabetta (Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen of England), in the new production of Donizetti's ROBERTO DEVEREUX at the Met, premiering March 24.
J'nai Bridges Morphs from Sports to Suzuki in SDO Butterfly
by Erica Miner - March 22, 2016
Award- winning young mezzo already has become recognized for her multi-varied sound
by Erica Miner - March 22, 2016
Award- winning young mezzo already has become recognized for her multi-varied sound
BWW Review: Sydney Symphony Orchestra's LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS Brings British Tradition To The Sydney Opera House
by Jade Kops - March 18, 2016
THE LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS delights Anglophiles with a recreation of the relaxed closing concert of the British summer season.
by Jade Kops - March 18, 2016
THE LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS delights Anglophiles with a recreation of the relaxed closing concert of the British summer season.
Voicebox Opera in Concert to Present ISIS AND OSIRIS, 4/1
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2016
General Director Guillermo Silva-Marin has just announced a major grant from the Egyptian Tourist Office in support of the upcoming premiere of Togni and Singer opera ISIS AND OSIRIS, Gods of Egypt. “We are absolutely thrilled!” said Silva-Marin. “This is a perfect example of creative support for the arts that crosses borders and cultures.” The Egyptian Ambassador to Canada, His Excellency Ambassador Moataz Mounir Moharram Zahran of the Arab Republic of Egypt has confirmed that he and his party will attend the World Premiere on April 1, 2016. The performance will be followed by a reception for donors and special guests.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2016
General Director Guillermo Silva-Marin has just announced a major grant from the Egyptian Tourist Office in support of the upcoming premiere of Togni and Singer opera ISIS AND OSIRIS, Gods of Egypt. “We are absolutely thrilled!” said Silva-Marin. “This is a perfect example of creative support for the arts that crosses borders and cultures.” The Egyptian Ambassador to Canada, His Excellency Ambassador Moataz Mounir Moharram Zahran of the Arab Republic of Egypt has confirmed that he and his party will attend the World Premiere on April 1, 2016. The performance will be followed by a reception for donors and special guests.
English National Opera Confirms Settlement With Equity
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2016
English National Opera can confirm that a deal to change ENO chorus contracts has been reached with Equity.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2016
English National Opera can confirm that a deal to change ENO chorus contracts has been reached with Equity.
Gulfshore Opera to Present Donizetti's ELIXIR OF LOVE
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2016
Gulfshore Opera will present Gaetano Donizetti's L'elisir d'amore (Elixir of Love) for two performances at venues in Charlotte and Collier counties, on April 15 and 21. Steffanie Pearce, Founder and General Director, has created a show that includes both celebrated and up and coming artists from around the world, the Gulfshore Opera Orchestra and Chorus, and a collaboration with Gulfshore Ballet, a local ballet school.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2016
Gulfshore Opera will present Gaetano Donizetti's L'elisir d'amore (Elixir of Love) for two performances at venues in Charlotte and Collier counties, on April 15 and 21. Steffanie Pearce, Founder and General Director, has created a show that includes both celebrated and up and coming artists from around the world, the Gulfshore Opera Orchestra and Chorus, and a collaboration with Gulfshore Ballet, a local ballet school.
Lionel M. Sauvage Elected to LA Opera Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2016
Plácido Domingo, LA Opera's Eli and Edythe Broad General Director, announced that Lionel M. Sauvage-the founder and chair of FLAX and a recently retired partner at Capital Group-was elected today to the company's board of directors.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2016
Plácido Domingo, LA Opera's Eli and Edythe Broad General Director, announced that Lionel M. Sauvage-the founder and chair of FLAX and a recently retired partner at Capital Group-was elected today to the company's board of directors.
BWW Review: THE ELIXIR OF LOVE at Lyric Opera Of Kansas City
by Alan Portner - March 17, 2016
Elixir enjoys great success in updated version
by Alan Portner - March 17, 2016
Elixir enjoys great success in updated version
Operadagen Rotterdam Announces World, National Premieres
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2016
The 11th edition of Operadagen Rotterdam, from May 20 to 29, is more complete and newer than ever. The program themed 'New ways' includes more national and international premiers than previous editions. Operadagen Rotterdam presents the complete program today, also the start of ticket sales.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2016
The 11th edition of Operadagen Rotterdam, from May 20 to 29, is more complete and newer than ever. The program themed 'New ways' includes more national and international premiers than previous editions. Operadagen Rotterdam presents the complete program today, also the start of ticket sales.
Pacific Opera Project to Present Salieri & Mozart Double Bill
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2016
Fresh off their sold out run of The Merry 'Widder', POP looks to shake things up again by recreating a competition that took place between the now infamous rivals W.A. Mozart and Antonio Salieri when they present a double bill of The Impresario and Prima la musica, e poi le parole.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2016
Fresh off their sold out run of The Merry 'Widder', POP looks to shake things up again by recreating a competition that took place between the now infamous rivals W.A. Mozart and Antonio Salieri when they present a double bill of The Impresario and Prima la musica, e poi le parole.
BWW Review: An Opera Grows in Brooklyn, Part II - Regina Opera Looks at LUCIA
by Richard Sasanow - March 16, 2016
On the surface, LoftOpera and Regina Opera couldn't be more different--the former turning away hipsters in East Williamsburg (call it Bushwick), the latter providing a matinees-only environment for a family audience. But these two Brooklyn institutions do have one important thing in common: They respect the classics (TOSCA and LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR, respectively)--do them up simply and well, and reach their audiences without gimmicks (or high prices). And, I found, their performances were more enjoyable than recent big-name outings of the same titles in New York, with performers who stood up well against better known singers.
by Richard Sasanow - March 16, 2016
On the surface, LoftOpera and Regina Opera couldn't be more different--the former turning away hipsters in East Williamsburg (call it Bushwick), the latter providing a matinees-only environment for a family audience. But these two Brooklyn institutions do have one important thing in common: They respect the classics (TOSCA and LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR, respectively)--do them up simply and well, and reach their audiences without gimmicks (or high prices). And, I found, their performances were more enjoyable than recent big-name outings of the same titles in New York, with performers who stood up well against better known singers.
Placido Domingo to Play Title Role in the Met Opera's SIMON BOCCANEGRA
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2016
Beginning April 1, Met Music Director James Levine conducts Verdi's SIMON BOCCANEGRA, with Plácido Domingo starring in the title role.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2016
Beginning April 1, Met Music Director James Levine conducts Verdi's SIMON BOCCANEGRA, with Plácido Domingo starring in the title role.
Madison Opera to Present THE TALES OF HOFFMANN, 4/15-17
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2016
Madison Opera presents Jacques Offenbach's The Tales of Hoffmann on Friday, April 15 and Sunday, April 17 in Overture Hall at the Overture Center for the Arts. This will be the company's first production in twenty years of Offenbach's masterpiece, which moves in a fantasy world. It offers showpiece arias for the bravura cast, the gorgeous 'Barcarolle,' and a truly moving tribute to what it means to be an artist.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2016
Madison Opera presents Jacques Offenbach's The Tales of Hoffmann on Friday, April 15 and Sunday, April 17 in Overture Hall at the Overture Center for the Arts. This will be the company's first production in twenty years of Offenbach's masterpiece, which moves in a fantasy world. It offers showpiece arias for the bravura cast, the gorgeous 'Barcarolle,' and a truly moving tribute to what it means to be an artist.
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