Opera Company of Middlebury to Present THE ITALIAN GIRLS IN ALGIERS, 5/30-6/7
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
A critic once wrote that if the Three Stooges had written an opera libretto, it would look something like Rossini's The Italian Girl in Algiers (L'Italiana in Algeri).
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
A critic once wrote that if the Three Stooges had written an opera libretto, it would look something like Rossini's The Italian Girl in Algiers (L'Italiana in Algeri).
LA Met Presents DON GIOVANNI, 6/8
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
Live opera, “up close and personal,” returns for three days to Southern California with the Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera's (LAMet) June 2014 production of Mozart's brilliant comic opera DON GIOVANNI. The loves, debaucheries, and supernatural punishment of the title character, the rake Don Juan, will come memorably to life at First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica on Sunday June 8th at 2:30pm. The production then moves to Good Samaritan Hospital's All Souls Chapel in downtown Los Angeles Saturday June 14th at 7:00pm, and Sunday June 15th at 3:00pm. For tickets and more information visit The LAMet's website at www.losangelesmet.com, or call 310-570-6448. Suggested donation is $25 per ticket in advance, $35 at the door.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
Live opera, “up close and personal,” returns for three days to Southern California with the Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera's (LAMet) June 2014 production of Mozart's brilliant comic opera DON GIOVANNI. The loves, debaucheries, and supernatural punishment of the title character, the rake Don Juan, will come memorably to life at First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica on Sunday June 8th at 2:30pm. The production then moves to Good Samaritan Hospital's All Souls Chapel in downtown Los Angeles Saturday June 14th at 7:00pm, and Sunday June 15th at 3:00pm. For tickets and more information visit The LAMet's website at www.losangelesmet.com, or call 310-570-6448. Suggested donation is $25 per ticket in advance, $35 at the door.
Amore Opera Presents MADAMA BUTTERFLY, Now thru 5/25
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
This spring, Amore presents Madama Butterfly by Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924) in a JapaneseKabuki inspired production. Conducted by Douglas Martin with stage direction by Nathan Hull, Madama Butterfly opens tonight, May 9, at The Connelly Theater in New York City and runs for twelve performances through May 25, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
This spring, Amore presents Madama Butterfly by Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924) in a JapaneseKabuki inspired production. Conducted by Douglas Martin with stage direction by Nathan Hull, Madama Butterfly opens tonight, May 9, at The Connelly Theater in New York City and runs for twelve performances through May 25, 2014.
Canadian Opera Company Presents DON QUICHOTTE with Ferruccio Furlanetto, Now thru 5/24
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
The greatest operatic bass in the world today, Ferruccio Furlanetto, makes his Canadian debut this spring in the Canadian Opera Company premiere of the operatic tale of literature's famous dreamer, Don Quichotte by Jules Massenet. Known for an intensely moving portrayal of the title character, Furlanetto stars in this musically lush and romantic homage to Cervantes' iconic hero, Don Quixote. Don Quichotte is sung in French with English SURTITLES, and runs for seven performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts today, May 9 and May 11, 14, 17, 20, 22, 24, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
The greatest operatic bass in the world today, Ferruccio Furlanetto, makes his Canadian debut this spring in the Canadian Opera Company premiere of the operatic tale of literature's famous dreamer, Don Quichotte by Jules Massenet. Known for an intensely moving portrayal of the title character, Furlanetto stars in this musically lush and romantic homage to Cervantes' iconic hero, Don Quixote. Don Quichotte is sung in French with English SURTITLES, and runs for seven performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts today, May 9 and May 11, 14, 17, 20, 22, 24, 2014.
The National Yiddish Theatre – Folksbiene Present Opera Not Seen in Over 70 Years, THE GOLDEN BRIDE, 5/27
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
On Tuesday May 27th at 7 PM at the Baruch Performing Arts Center 55 Lexington Avenue, The Folksbiene will present a concert of a classic Yiddish Operetta not heard in New York in over 70 years.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
On Tuesday May 27th at 7 PM at the Baruch Performing Arts Center 55 Lexington Avenue, The Folksbiene will present a concert of a classic Yiddish Operetta not heard in New York in over 70 years.
Tenors Edgar Ernesto Ramirez and Jose Bros to Replace Giuseppe Filianoti in ROBERTO DEVEREUX
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
The Canadian Opera Company regrets to announce that Italian tenor Giuseppe Filianoti will not be returning to the company's production of Roberto Devereux, currently in performance at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. As previously announced, Filianoti withdrew from the title role for the first three of seven scheduled performances, and circumstances continue to prevent his return to the stage. American tenor Leonardo Capalbostepped into the role on April 25, 29 and May 3, 2014 and was met with overwhelming popular and critical acclaim for his portrayal of Roberto Devereux.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
The Canadian Opera Company regrets to announce that Italian tenor Giuseppe Filianoti will not be returning to the company's production of Roberto Devereux, currently in performance at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. As previously announced, Filianoti withdrew from the title role for the first three of seven scheduled performances, and circumstances continue to prevent his return to the stage. American tenor Leonardo Capalbostepped into the role on April 25, 29 and May 3, 2014 and was met with overwhelming popular and critical acclaim for his portrayal of Roberto Devereux.
Home Brewed Opera Presents the Audience Choice Awards Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
Can't afford a ticket to the MET? Don't worry! We're going to bring the glitz and glamour straight to you Opera-on-Tap-style with our very own Audience Choice Awards tonight, May 8th! Our divas and divos will be serenading you with an unforgettable night of Opera's Greatest Hits (chosen by our fans)! Join us to vote for your favorite singers, win fantastic raffle prizes, participate in sing-a-longs and drinking games, and more...
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
Can't afford a ticket to the MET? Don't worry! We're going to bring the glitz and glamour straight to you Opera-on-Tap-style with our very own Audience Choice Awards tonight, May 8th! Our divas and divos will be serenading you with an unforgettable night of Opera's Greatest Hits (chosen by our fans)! Join us to vote for your favorite singers, win fantastic raffle prizes, participate in sing-a-longs and drinking games, and more...
Philadelphia Orchestra and Opera Philadelphia Present First-Ever Co-Production, SALOME, Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Opera Philadelphia will join together in a first-time co-production-a theatrically-inspired production of Richard Strauss's compelling and provocative masterpiece, Salome. Two sold-out performances are set to take place tonight, May 8, and Saturday, May 10, 2014, in the Kimmel Center's Verizon Hall, and will be led by Philadelphia Orchestra Music Director Yannick Nezet-Seguin. Audiences will enjoy a groundbreaking blend of the distinctive sound of The Philadelphia Orchestra, one of the preeminent orchestras in the world, and Opera Philadelphia's dynamic theatrical presentation. These landmark performances are made possible in part by the generous support of The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Wyncote Foundation, and the Presser Foundation.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Opera Philadelphia will join together in a first-time co-production-a theatrically-inspired production of Richard Strauss's compelling and provocative masterpiece, Salome. Two sold-out performances are set to take place tonight, May 8, and Saturday, May 10, 2014, in the Kimmel Center's Verizon Hall, and will be led by Philadelphia Orchestra Music Director Yannick Nezet-Seguin. Audiences will enjoy a groundbreaking blend of the distinctive sound of The Philadelphia Orchestra, one of the preeminent orchestras in the world, and Opera Philadelphia's dynamic theatrical presentation. These landmark performances are made possible in part by the generous support of The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Wyncote Foundation, and the Presser Foundation.
Merit School of Music Salutes Renee Fleming at 35th Anniversary Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
Celebrating 35 years of providing music education to Chicago children, the Merit School of Music will honor internationally-recognized soprano Renee Fleming at its 35th Anniversary Gala, tonight, May 8, 2014 at 6 p.m. at the Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe St., Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
Celebrating 35 years of providing music education to Chicago children, the Merit School of Music will honor internationally-recognized soprano Renee Fleming at its 35th Anniversary Gala, tonight, May 8, 2014 at 6 p.m. at the Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe St., Chicago.
Fort Worth Opera's New Works Program, FRONTIERS, Presents Eight Unpublished Works Tonight and Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
Fort Worth Opera (FWOpera) revealed today the names of the eight composer and librettist teams from the Americas whose works have been selected for participation in the second season of the company's critically-acclaimed, annual new works program, Frontiers, taking place tonight and tomorrow, May 8 - 9, 2014, during the last week of the 2014 Opera Festival.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
Fort Worth Opera (FWOpera) revealed today the names of the eight composer and librettist teams from the Americas whose works have been selected for participation in the second season of the company's critically-acclaimed, annual new works program, Frontiers, taking place tonight and tomorrow, May 8 - 9, 2014, during the last week of the 2014 Opera Festival.
Atlantic Arts Foundation and Harlem Opera Theater to Present Britten's THE BURNING FIERY FURNACE, 5/12
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
On May 12, 2014, The Atlantic Arts Foundation, with the artistic collaboration of Harlem Opera Theater, presents Benjamin Britten's The Burning Fiery Furnace, with the generous support of MasterCard and Citi. One of Britten's famed "Parables for Church Performance," this one-hour opera in English will be performed by an all African-American cast in the gothic revival splendor of Harlem's Church of the Intercession (Broadway at 155th Street, NYC). The performance begins at 7:00pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
On May 12, 2014, The Atlantic Arts Foundation, with the artistic collaboration of Harlem Opera Theater, presents Benjamin Britten's The Burning Fiery Furnace, with the generous support of MasterCard and Citi. One of Britten's famed "Parables for Church Performance," this one-hour opera in English will be performed by an all African-American cast in the gothic revival splendor of Harlem's Church of the Intercession (Broadway at 155th Street, NYC). The performance begins at 7:00pm.
Utah Opera Presents THE ABDUCTION FROM THE SERAGLIO for Blind and Visually Impaired Patrons Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
Utah Opera will present a special performance of The Abduction from the Seraglio for blind and visually-impaired members of the community. Organized by the Utah Symphony | Utah Opera Education Department, this event is an opportunity for blind and visually-impaired patrons to attend tonight's May 7 evening dress rehearsal of the opera.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
Utah Opera will present a special performance of The Abduction from the Seraglio for blind and visually-impaired members of the community. Organized by the Utah Symphony | Utah Opera Education Department, this event is an opportunity for blind and visually-impaired patrons to attend tonight's May 7 evening dress rehearsal of the opera.
MDC Public Schools Superintendent Attends Florida Grand Opera's THAIS Dress Rehearsal
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
On Friday, May 2nd, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho joined more than 1440 students at the dress rehearsal of Tha?s, Florida Grand Opera's final opera production of the season. “By opening up the dress rehearsals to students, our goal is to provide the younger generation with an up close and personal musical and theatrical experience of the opera art form as well as to foster a new generation of opera lovers,” said Cerise Sutton, Director of Education at Florida Grand Opera. “We are thrilled with the support we have received for our programs from the Miami-Dade County Public Schools from the classroom level all the way up to the superintendent.”
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
On Friday, May 2nd, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho joined more than 1440 students at the dress rehearsal of Tha?s, Florida Grand Opera's final opera production of the season. “By opening up the dress rehearsals to students, our goal is to provide the younger generation with an up close and personal musical and theatrical experience of the opera art form as well as to foster a new generation of opera lovers,” said Cerise Sutton, Director of Education at Florida Grand Opera. “We are thrilled with the support we have received for our programs from the Miami-Dade County Public Schools from the classroom level all the way up to the superintendent.”
Minnesota Opera with The Santa Fe Opera and Opera Philadelphia to Present COLD MOUNTAIN
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Minnesota Opera is pleased to announce it will present Cold Mountain, a new opera by the 2010 Pulitzer Prize winner in music, Jennifer Higdon. This co-commission and co-produced opera with The Santa Fe Opera and Opera Philadelphia is based on the eponymous bestselling novel by Charles Frazier. Cold Mountain is the powerful account of one soldier, W. P. Inman, who deserts the Confederate Army as the war is coming to an end and makes his way back to his home on Cold Mountain. The novel won the 1997 National Book Award and was made into a film in 2003, which was nominated for seven Academy Awards. The Santa Fe Opera will present the world premiere in the summer of 2015, which marks the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Minnesota Opera is pleased to announce it will present Cold Mountain, a new opera by the 2010 Pulitzer Prize winner in music, Jennifer Higdon. This co-commission and co-produced opera with The Santa Fe Opera and Opera Philadelphia is based on the eponymous bestselling novel by Charles Frazier. Cold Mountain is the powerful account of one soldier, W. P. Inman, who deserts the Confederate Army as the war is coming to an end and makes his way back to his home on Cold Mountain. The novel won the 1997 National Book Award and was made into a film in 2003, which was nominated for seven Academy Awards. The Santa Fe Opera will present the world premiere in the summer of 2015, which marks the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War.
Evan Rogister to Conduct LA Opera's A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, 5/18-24
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Plácido Domingo announces that Evan Rogister will conduct LA Opera's upcoming performances of André Previn's A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Renée Fleming as Blanche DuBois. Mr. Rogister replaces Patrick Summers, who has been withdrawn from the production due to a back injury, from which doctors expect a full recovery.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Plácido Domingo announces that Evan Rogister will conduct LA Opera's upcoming performances of André Previn's A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Renée Fleming as Blanche DuBois. Mr. Rogister replaces Patrick Summers, who has been withdrawn from the production due to a back injury, from which doctors expect a full recovery.
Evan Rogister to Conduct LA Opera's A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, 5/18-24
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Plácido Domingo announces that Evan Rogister will conduct LA Opera's upcoming performances of André Previn's A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Renée Fleming as Blanche DuBois. Mr. Rogister replaces Patrick Summers, who has been withdrawn from the production due to a back injury, from which doctors expect a full recovery.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Plácido Domingo announces that Evan Rogister will conduct LA Opera's upcoming performances of André Previn's A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Renée Fleming as Blanche DuBois. Mr. Rogister replaces Patrick Summers, who has been withdrawn from the production due to a back injury, from which doctors expect a full recovery.
Opera San Jose to Host 8th Annual Irene Dalis Vocal Competition, 5/10
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Opera San José will celebrate classical stars in classical voice at the Eighth-Annual Irene Dalis Vocal Competition on May 10 at 3pm at the California Theatre, 345 South First Street in downtown San José.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Opera San José will celebrate classical stars in classical voice at the Eighth-Annual Irene Dalis Vocal Competition on May 10 at 3pm at the California Theatre, 345 South First Street in downtown San José.
Washington National Opera Presents the World Premiere of AN AMERICAN SOLDIER, 6/13-14
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Washington National Opera (WNO) presents the world premiere of An American Soldier, June 13-14, 2014 in the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. An American Soldier features music by composer Huang Ruo and a libretto by David Henry Hwang. This new work, to be performed in English, is the second hourlong opera created under the auspices of the American Opera Initiative, WNO's commissioning program for contemporary American opera. An American Soldier is directed by David Paul and a chamber orchestra is conducted by Steven Jarvi; both are alumni of WNO's Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Washington National Opera (WNO) presents the world premiere of An American Soldier, June 13-14, 2014 in the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. An American Soldier features music by composer Huang Ruo and a libretto by David Henry Hwang. This new work, to be performed in English, is the second hourlong opera created under the auspices of the American Opera Initiative, WNO's commissioning program for contemporary American opera. An American Soldier is directed by David Paul and a chamber orchestra is conducted by Steven Jarvi; both are alumni of WNO's Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program.
On Site Opera Presents Rameau's PYGMALION at Madame Tussauds New York, 6/17; Comes to Lifestyle-Trimco Showroom, 6/20-21
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
On Site Opera, which has garnered acclaim for immersive, site-specific productions, will perform Rameau's one-act Pygmalion in two unusual-and unusually apt-venues this summer, just before the 250th anniversary of the composer's death: Madame Tussauds New York, on June 17, and Lifestyle-Trimco Showroom, on June 20 & 21.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
On Site Opera, which has garnered acclaim for immersive, site-specific productions, will perform Rameau's one-act Pygmalion in two unusual-and unusually apt-venues this summer, just before the 250th anniversary of the composer's death: Madame Tussauds New York, on June 17, and Lifestyle-Trimco Showroom, on June 20 & 21.
Opera San Antonino Announces Its 2014-2015 Inaugural Season, Which Includes FANTASTIC MR. FOX, SALOME, and More
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Interim General Director Plato Karayanis and Artistic Director Tobias Picker announce OPERA San Antonio's inaugural season as the Resident Opera Company of the new Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. OPERA San Antonio will present three new productions for the 2014-15 season: Tobias Picker's Fantastic Mr. Fox, Richard Strauss's Salome and a double bill of Ermanno Wolf- Ferrari's Il segreto di Susanna and La voix humaine by Francis Poulenc.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2014
Interim General Director Plato Karayanis and Artistic Director Tobias Picker announce OPERA San Antonio's inaugural season as the Resident Opera Company of the new Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. OPERA San Antonio will present three new productions for the 2014-15 season: Tobias Picker's Fantastic Mr. Fox, Richard Strauss's Salome and a double bill of Ermanno Wolf- Ferrari's Il segreto di Susanna and La voix humaine by Francis Poulenc.
Photo Flash: First Look at Maryam Amatullah-Wali, Lara Tillotson and More in Regina Opera's RIGOLETTO
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 06, 2014
Regina Opera presents a fully-staged performance of Verdi's masterpiece 'Rigoletto', sung in Italian with English supertitles on Saturdays May 17 and May 24, and Sunday, May 18 and May 25, 2014 at 3PM. Check out a look at the cast below!
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 06, 2014
Regina Opera presents a fully-staged performance of Verdi's masterpiece 'Rigoletto', sung in Italian with English supertitles on Saturdays May 17 and May 24, and Sunday, May 18 and May 25, 2014 at 3PM. Check out a look at the cast below!
BWW Reviews: LA TRAVIATA Is a Heartrending Tale of Doomed Love, Duty, and Honour
by Barry Lenny - May 05, 2014
With only three more performances of this operatic masterwork, it is essential to waste no time in booking tickets. This is not to be missed.
by Barry Lenny - May 05, 2014
With only three more performances of this operatic masterwork, it is essential to waste no time in booking tickets. This is not to be missed.
Joseph Toltz and Opera Prometheus with Sydney Jewish Museum Present BRUNDIBÁR, 8/14
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2014
The children's opera Brundiba?r was the most popular cultural activity and a powerful symbol of hope when performed by the Jewish people imprisoned in the Terezi?n Ghetto (Theresienstadt), in Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2014
The children's opera Brundiba?r was the most popular cultural activity and a powerful symbol of hope when performed by the Jewish people imprisoned in the Terezi?n Ghetto (Theresienstadt), in Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia.
Adam Klein Replaces Jay Hunter Morris in Opera Colorado's CARMEN, Now thru May 11
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2014
Opera Colorado announces that due to illness, Jay Hunter Morris has decided to withdraw from the production of Carmen.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2014
Opera Colorado announces that due to illness, Jay Hunter Morris has decided to withdraw from the production of Carmen.
The Vancouver Opera Presents Verdi's DON CARLO, Now thru 5/11
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2014
For the first time in 40 years Vancouver audiences will experience the magnificence of Verdi's spectacular masterpiece, Don Carlo, the emotionally gripping drama of a king's brutal power and a son's brash rebellion. With formidable orchestral forces, a massive chorus and a powerhouse international cast, VO's final – and biggest – production of 2013-2014promises to be this season's most explosive experience yet!
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2014
For the first time in 40 years Vancouver audiences will experience the magnificence of Verdi's spectacular masterpiece, Don Carlo, the emotionally gripping drama of a king's brutal power and a son's brash rebellion. With formidable orchestral forces, a massive chorus and a powerhouse international cast, VO's final – and biggest – production of 2013-2014promises to be this season's most explosive experience yet!
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