TURANDOT Returns to the Met This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2015
Puccini's opera set in ancient China, TURANDOT, will return to the Metropolitan Opera for 16 performances beginning September 23.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2015
Puccini's opera set in ancient China, TURANDOT, will return to the Metropolitan Opera for 16 performances beginning September 23.
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Jonas Kaufmann in the 'Last Night of the Proms'
by Christina Mancuso - September 14, 2015
On September 12, Jonas Kaufmann made his debut in the the celebrated 'Last Night of the Proms concert', televised live from London's Royal Albert Hall. He sang a selection of Puccini arias, including 'Nessun Dorma' and also was the first German to sing "Rule Britannia" in the history of 'Last Night of the Proms' performances.
by Christina Mancuso - September 14, 2015
On September 12, Jonas Kaufmann made his debut in the the celebrated 'Last Night of the Proms concert', televised live from London's Royal Albert Hall. He sang a selection of Puccini arias, including 'Nessun Dorma' and also was the first German to sing "Rule Britannia" in the history of 'Last Night of the Proms' performances.
Minnesota Opera Opens 2015-2016 Season with ARIADNE AUF NAXOS
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2015
The Minnesota Opera kicks off its 2015 – 2016 season at the Ordway Music Theater on September 26, 2015, with Richard Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos, the company's first production of this meltingly beautiful — yet hilarious — work since 1987.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2015
The Minnesota Opera kicks off its 2015 – 2016 season at the Ordway Music Theater on September 26, 2015, with Richard Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos, the company's first production of this meltingly beautiful — yet hilarious — work since 1987.
LA Opera Joins Classical KUSC to Broadcast LIVE Show of Double Bill Opener Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2015
LA Opera has partnered with Classical KUSC for the ninth consecutive year to bring the excitement of live performances to KUSC listeners. The opening night of LA Opera's 30th Anniversary Season, a double bill of Gianni Schicchi and Pagliacci, beginning at 6pm tonight, September 12, will be broadcast locally on 91.5fm.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2015
LA Opera has partnered with Classical KUSC for the ninth consecutive year to bring the excitement of live performances to KUSC listeners. The opening night of LA Opera's 30th Anniversary Season, a double bill of Gianni Schicchi and Pagliacci, beginning at 6pm tonight, September 12, will be broadcast locally on 91.5fm.
Mezzo Soprano Erica Papillion-Posey Performs Across Colorado This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2015
September will be a busy month for Erica Papillion-Posey described as '...a living tribute and testimony to the memory of the great Ms. Marian Anderson, the legendary opera superstar and African-American trailblazer [Denver Weekly News]. The celebrated mezzo-soprano will usher in autumn with a number of performances throughout the Denver Metro area.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2015
September will be a busy month for Erica Papillion-Posey described as '...a living tribute and testimony to the memory of the great Ms. Marian Anderson, the legendary opera superstar and African-American trailblazer [Denver Weekly News]. The celebrated mezzo-soprano will usher in autumn with a number of performances throughout the Denver Metro area.
Opera Atelier and Aga Khan Museum to Present Exhibition of Highlights from ARMIDE
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
Toronto, ON (Sept. 11, 2015) - Opera Atelier and the Aga Khan Museum are proud to partner in presenting an intimate exhibition of elements from Opera Atelier's internationally lauded production of Armide. Running from September 8 to 27, the exhibit showcases the stunning designs of Canadian artist Gerard Gauci, including set designs and models based on Persian miniatures and the title character's costume.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
Toronto, ON (Sept. 11, 2015) - Opera Atelier and the Aga Khan Museum are proud to partner in presenting an intimate exhibition of elements from Opera Atelier's internationally lauded production of Armide. Running from September 8 to 27, the exhibit showcases the stunning designs of Canadian artist Gerard Gauci, including set designs and models based on Persian miniatures and the title character's costume.
Opera Atelier and Aga Khan Museum Present HIGHLIGHTS FROM ARMIDE Exhibition This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
Toronto, ON -- Opera Atelier and the Aga Khan Museum are proud to partner in presenting an intimate exhibition of elements from Opera Atelier's internationally lauded production of Armide. Running from September 8 to 27, the exhibit showcases the stunning designs of Canadian artist Gerard Gauci, including set designs and models based on Persian miniatures and the title character's costume.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
Toronto, ON -- Opera Atelier and the Aga Khan Museum are proud to partner in presenting an intimate exhibition of elements from Opera Atelier's internationally lauded production of Armide. Running from September 8 to 27, the exhibit showcases the stunning designs of Canadian artist Gerard Gauci, including set designs and models based on Persian miniatures and the title character's costume.
Nashville Opera to Present Puccini's TURANDOT
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
After composing La Bohème, Tosca, and Madama Butterfly, what could Giacomo Puccini possibly do for a final statement? The answer: Turandot. Containing some of the greatest operatic music ever written, Turandot is the culmination of Puccini's brilliant career. This grand-scale opera is full of thrilling choruses, thundering orchestrations, and a cast consisting of, well, most of ancient China!
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
After composing La Bohème, Tosca, and Madama Butterfly, what could Giacomo Puccini possibly do for a final statement? The answer: Turandot. Containing some of the greatest operatic music ever written, Turandot is the culmination of Puccini's brilliant career. This grand-scale opera is full of thrilling choruses, thundering orchestrations, and a cast consisting of, well, most of ancient China!
The Metropolitan Opera's 2015-16 Season to Open with OTHELLO
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
The Metropolitan Opera will open its 131st season on Monday, September 21 with a new production of Verdi's Otello. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts his first Met opening night, a staging by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher of the late Verdi masterpiece based on Shakespeare's tragic drama of jealousy and deceit. Aleksandrs Antonenko, who has starred as the doomed Otello around the world to acclaim, makes his Met role debut opposite rising Bulgarian soprano Sonya Yoncheva in her first-ever performances of Otello's innocent wife Desdemona. Željko Lu?i? adds a new role to his company repertory as the evil Iago, as do Dimitri Pittas as Iago's pawn Cassio and Günther Groissböck as the Venetian ambassador Lodovico. Sher's staging will feature scenic design by acclaimed designer Es Devlin in her Met debut; costume design by six-time Tony Award winner Catherine Zuber; lighting design by two-time Tony winner Donald Holder; and video design by Luke Halls in his Met debut.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
The Metropolitan Opera will open its 131st season on Monday, September 21 with a new production of Verdi's Otello. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts his first Met opening night, a staging by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher of the late Verdi masterpiece based on Shakespeare's tragic drama of jealousy and deceit. Aleksandrs Antonenko, who has starred as the doomed Otello around the world to acclaim, makes his Met role debut opposite rising Bulgarian soprano Sonya Yoncheva in her first-ever performances of Otello's innocent wife Desdemona. Željko Lu?i? adds a new role to his company repertory as the evil Iago, as do Dimitri Pittas as Iago's pawn Cassio and Günther Groissböck as the Venetian ambassador Lodovico. Sher's staging will feature scenic design by acclaimed designer Es Devlin in her Met debut; costume design by six-time Tony Award winner Catherine Zuber; lighting design by two-time Tony winner Donald Holder; and video design by Luke Halls in his Met debut.
Dallas Opera Balances Budget
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
Building on two previous seasons that ended “in the black,” The Dallas Opera is very proud to announce that it has maintained a balanced operating result for a third consecutive fiscal year, as of June 30, 2015.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
Building on two previous seasons that ended “in the black,” The Dallas Opera is very proud to announce that it has maintained a balanced operating result for a third consecutive fiscal year, as of June 30, 2015.
World Renowned Tenor Jonas Kaufmann Releases New Album 'Nessun Dorma' Today
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
After years of singing Giacomo Puccini's heroes on stage to vast critical and audience acclaim, Jonas Kaufmann finally records an album entirely devoted to the world's most-loved opera composer.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
After years of singing Giacomo Puccini's heroes on stage to vast critical and audience acclaim, Jonas Kaufmann finally records an album entirely devoted to the world's most-loved opera composer.
San Francisco Opera Opens 93rd Season Tonight with Gala Performance of LUISA MILLER
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
San Francisco Opera celebrates the opening of its 93rd Season tonight, September 11, 2015 with a gala performance of Verdi's Luisa Miller, conducted by Company Music Director Nicola Luisotti and featuring an international cast, led by soprano Leah Crocetto, tenor Michael Fabiano and baritone Vitaliy Bilyy.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2015
San Francisco Opera celebrates the opening of its 93rd Season tonight, September 11, 2015 with a gala performance of Verdi's Luisa Miller, conducted by Company Music Director Nicola Luisotti and featuring an international cast, led by soprano Leah Crocetto, tenor Michael Fabiano and baritone Vitaliy Bilyy.
Houston Grand Opera Presents Fall Studio Showcase, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2015
The Houston Grand Opera Studio, one of the most highly respected young artist programs in the country, will offer its fall Studio Showcase at 8:00 p.m. this weekend, September 10 and 12.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2015
The Houston Grand Opera Studio, one of the most highly respected young artist programs in the country, will offer its fall Studio Showcase at 8:00 p.m. this weekend, September 10 and 12.
LA Opera to Join Classical KUSC to Broadcast LIVE Show of Double Bill Opener, 9/12
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2015
(Los Angeles) September 8, 2015 — LA Opera has partnered with Classical KUSC for the ninth consecutive year to bring the excitement of live performances to KUSC listeners. The opening night of LA Opera's 30th Anniversary Season, a double bill of Gianni Schicchi and Pagliaccibeginning at 6pm on September 12, will be broadcast locally on 91.5fm. The live broadcast will also be streamed online for audiences around the world at KUSC.org.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2015
(Los Angeles) September 8, 2015 — LA Opera has partnered with Classical KUSC for the ninth consecutive year to bring the excitement of live performances to KUSC listeners. The opening night of LA Opera's 30th Anniversary Season, a double bill of Gianni Schicchi and Pagliaccibeginning at 6pm on September 12, will be broadcast locally on 91.5fm. The live broadcast will also be streamed online for audiences around the world at KUSC.org.
Sonoran Desert Chorale to Present 'Songs of Nature and Spirit', 10/10-11
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2015
Begin the 22nd season with the Chorale as they celebrate the natural world and our human connection to it. This season's musical exploration of the primal elements - earth, fire, wind, and water - opens a songbook for the year filled with rich harmonies, exciting rhythms, and lyrics which illuminate mankind's relationship with the earth and the heavens.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2015
Begin the 22nd season with the Chorale as they celebrate the natural world and our human connection to it. This season's musical exploration of the primal elements - earth, fire, wind, and water - opens a songbook for the year filled with rich harmonies, exciting rhythms, and lyrics which illuminate mankind's relationship with the earth and the heavens.
Calling All Singers! Audition for New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera Chorus Today
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2015
Lucine Amara, Artistic Director of the New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera (Verismo Opera), invites singers to apply to the Verismo Opera Chorus. Open auditions will be held Wednesdays, September 9 and 16 beginning at 6:15 p.m. at 44 Armory Street in Englewood, New Jersey.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2015
Lucine Amara, Artistic Director of the New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera (Verismo Opera), invites singers to apply to the Verismo Opera Chorus. Open auditions will be held Wednesdays, September 9 and 16 beginning at 6:15 p.m. at 44 Armory Street in Englewood, New Jersey.
MidAtlantic Opera & Seton Hall University to Present A PRAYER FOR PEACE at Carnegie Hall, 10/17
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2015
MidAtlantic Opera and Seton Hall University will present the third concert in conductor Jason C. Tramm's Peace Trilogy Concert series, entitled A Prayer for Peace, on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 8 pm in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. Ticket prices range from $10 - $90. Order tickets online at www.carnegiehall.org, by phone at CarnegieCharge (212-247-7800) or at the Carnegie Hall box office at 57th Street and 7th Avenue in New York City. Student and senior discounts are available at the box office only. Group ticket discounting is available to your organization by calling 212-903-9705 Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM or Online at groupsales@carnegiehall.org.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2015
MidAtlantic Opera and Seton Hall University will present the third concert in conductor Jason C. Tramm's Peace Trilogy Concert series, entitled A Prayer for Peace, on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 8 pm in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. Ticket prices range from $10 - $90. Order tickets online at www.carnegiehall.org, by phone at CarnegieCharge (212-247-7800) or at the Carnegie Hall box office at 57th Street and 7th Avenue in New York City. Student and senior discounts are available at the box office only. Group ticket discounting is available to your organization by calling 212-903-9705 Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM or Online at groupsales@carnegiehall.org.
Opera Delaware to Hold 2016 Opera Festival, 5/14; Tickets Now Available
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2015
The 2016 OperaDelaware Festival brings to The Grand two of the most ambitious works ever presented in our 71 year history - at the same time!
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2015
The 2016 OperaDelaware Festival brings to The Grand two of the most ambitious works ever presented in our 71 year history - at the same time!
Chattanooga Symphony & Opera Presents PINES OF ROME, 9/17
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2015
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera begins its 2015/16 season on Thursday, September 17th at 7:30pm at the Tivoli Theatre with a powerhouse work, Respighi's Pines of Rome, on a Masterworks program based on nature and the great outdoors. The night begins with big sound with Dvorak's Carnival Overture. Barber's Knoxville Summer of 1915 is a lush, richly textured work that is set to James Agee's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, A Death in the Family, and paints an idyllic, nostalgic picture of Chattanooga's neighbor. Soprano Mela Dailey will perform this work with the orchestra. Modern composer Christopher Theofanidis' enthralling Rainbow Body brings mysticism and mystery. Closing the concert is Respighi's Pines of Rome, a symphonic poem paying homage to the long-standing pine trees throughout the city of Rome. Music Director Kayoko Dan begins her fifth year leading the CSO. All ticketholders are invited to a post- concert Postlude event in the Tivoli lobby for a meet and greet with Music Director Dan and select musicians. Free sparkling wine is available. Barnett and Company sponsors the Masterworks Series.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2015
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera begins its 2015/16 season on Thursday, September 17th at 7:30pm at the Tivoli Theatre with a powerhouse work, Respighi's Pines of Rome, on a Masterworks program based on nature and the great outdoors. The night begins with big sound with Dvorak's Carnival Overture. Barber's Knoxville Summer of 1915 is a lush, richly textured work that is set to James Agee's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, A Death in the Family, and paints an idyllic, nostalgic picture of Chattanooga's neighbor. Soprano Mela Dailey will perform this work with the orchestra. Modern composer Christopher Theofanidis' enthralling Rainbow Body brings mysticism and mystery. Closing the concert is Respighi's Pines of Rome, a symphonic poem paying homage to the long-standing pine trees throughout the city of Rome. Music Director Kayoko Dan begins her fifth year leading the CSO. All ticketholders are invited to a post- concert Postlude event in the Tivoli lobby for a meet and greet with Music Director Dan and select musicians. Free sparkling wine is available. Barnett and Company sponsors the Masterworks Series.
Opera Idaho Announces THE MAGIC FLUTE Cast
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2015
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's The Magic Flute has always been one of the most beloved works in the operatic repertoire, and is presently the third most frequently performed opera worldwide. Containing some of the last music written by Mozart before his death at age 35, the opera contains many well-known arias, including The Queen of the Night's “Revenge Aria” from Act 2 with some of the highest notes required of any singer in any opera.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2015
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's The Magic Flute has always been one of the most beloved works in the operatic repertoire, and is presently the third most frequently performed opera worldwide. Containing some of the last music written by Mozart before his death at age 35, the opera contains many well-known arias, including The Queen of the Night's “Revenge Aria” from Act 2 with some of the highest notes required of any singer in any opera.
Sarasota Opera to Host 2nd Annual 'A Taste of Downtown Food and Wine Festival' on 9/19
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2015
On Saturday, September 19th, from 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Sarasota Opera will invite the community into the Sarasota Opera House for the 2nd annual A Taste of Downtown Food & Wine Festival as a benefit for the Sarasota Youth Opera program. Last year's sold out event raised over $10,000 for the Sarasota Youth Opera program.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2015
On Saturday, September 19th, from 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Sarasota Opera will invite the community into the Sarasota Opera House for the 2nd annual A Taste of Downtown Food & Wine Festival as a benefit for the Sarasota Youth Opera program. Last year's sold out event raised over $10,000 for the Sarasota Youth Opera program.
STAGE TUBE: First Listen! Jonas Kaufman Sings 'Nessun Dorma' from the 'Real' Puccini Album
by Christina Mancuso - September 04, 2015
BroadwayWorld previously reported that Tenor Jonas Kaufmann warned fans not to buy the Puccini Album from Decca, uriging fans to wait until the 'real' Puccini album is released with Sony on September 11.
by Christina Mancuso - September 04, 2015
BroadwayWorld previously reported that Tenor Jonas Kaufmann warned fans not to buy the Puccini Album from Decca, uriging fans to wait until the 'real' Puccini album is released with Sony on September 11.
Houston Grand Opera to Offer Free Subscription Renewal to Laid-Off Energy Employees
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2015
Houston, September 1 2015— Houston Grand Opera (HGO) announces today that the company is offering free renewal for the coming season's subscription package to all laid off employees from the energy industry who are current subscribers.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2015
Houston, September 1 2015— Houston Grand Opera (HGO) announces today that the company is offering free renewal for the coming season's subscription package to all laid off employees from the energy industry who are current subscribers.
Guerilla Opera to Present World Premiere of TROUBLED WATER; Performance to Be Live-Streamed, 9/24
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2015
BOSTON, MA (September 2, 2015)—Tickets for Guerilla Opera's World Premiere production of Troubled Water, based on the short life of writer Natsuko Higuchi in late 19th-century Japan, with music by Mischa Salkind-Pearl, libretto by Frederick Choi, and stage direction by American Repertory Theater Director Allegra Libonati become available in one week on Wednesday, September 9 at 12 p.m., and can be purchased from the Boston Conservatory Box Office.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2015
BOSTON, MA (September 2, 2015)—Tickets for Guerilla Opera's World Premiere production of Troubled Water, based on the short life of writer Natsuko Higuchi in late 19th-century Japan, with music by Mischa Salkind-Pearl, libretto by Frederick Choi, and stage direction by American Repertory Theater Director Allegra Libonati become available in one week on Wednesday, September 9 at 12 p.m., and can be purchased from the Boston Conservatory Box Office.
Mezzo-Soprano Tara Erraught to Launch New Season at Ireland's CULTURE NIGHT 2015
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2015
Irish mezzo-soprano Tara Erraught kicks off her 2015-16 season with a special event for her native country: she serves as one of 11 honorary ambassadors and will perform at RTE Arena in Meeting House Square for Ireland's Culture Night 2015, a significant national all-island cultural event involving over 900 venues throughout Ireland celebrating culture, creativity and the arts now in its tenth year.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2015
Irish mezzo-soprano Tara Erraught kicks off her 2015-16 season with a special event for her native country: she serves as one of 11 honorary ambassadors and will perform at RTE Arena in Meeting House Square for Ireland's Culture Night 2015, a significant national all-island cultural event involving over 900 venues throughout Ireland celebrating culture, creativity and the arts now in its tenth year.
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