The Dallas Opera Announces the OH, SAY, CAN YOU SING? National Anthem Competition
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Just in time for the 200th Anniversary of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” The Dallas Opera is thrilled to announce a brand-new competition designed to encourage the inner opera diva – or divo – in you! The “Oh, Say, Can You Sing?” National Anthem Competition offers men, women and children the opportunity to compete – via YouTube submissions – for the unique chance to bring down the house at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Just in time for the 200th Anniversary of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” The Dallas Opera is thrilled to announce a brand-new competition designed to encourage the inner opera diva – or divo – in you! The “Oh, Say, Can You Sing?” National Anthem Competition offers men, women and children the opportunity to compete – via YouTube submissions – for the unique chance to bring down the house at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
Dallas Opera Hosting National Anthem Competition
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Just in time for the 200th Anniversary of 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' The Dallas Opera is thrilled to announce a brand-new competition designed to encourage the inner opera diva - or divo - in you! The 'Oh, Say, Can You Sing?' National Anthem Competition offers men, women and children the opportunity to compete - via YouTube submissions - for the unique chance to bring down the house at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Just in time for the 200th Anniversary of 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' The Dallas Opera is thrilled to announce a brand-new competition designed to encourage the inner opera diva - or divo - in you! The 'Oh, Say, Can You Sing?' National Anthem Competition offers men, women and children the opportunity to compete - via YouTube submissions - for the unique chance to bring down the house at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
Gotham Chamber Opera to Present THE RAVEN, 5/28-31
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Gotham Chamber Opera, in collaboration with the Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College, presents the U.S. Premiere of The Raven as part of the NY PHIL BIENNIAL, on May 28, 2014 at 7:30pm and May 30 and 31, 2014 at 8pm, at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater, 524 West 59th Street (between 10th and 11th Avenues), New York City. Tickets are $30-$175 and will be available at www.ticketcentral.com or 212-279-4200. For more information visit www.gothamchamberopera.org.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Gotham Chamber Opera, in collaboration with the Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College, presents the U.S. Premiere of The Raven as part of the NY PHIL BIENNIAL, on May 28, 2014 at 7:30pm and May 30 and 31, 2014 at 8pm, at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater, 524 West 59th Street (between 10th and 11th Avenues), New York City. Tickets are $30-$175 and will be available at www.ticketcentral.com or 212-279-4200. For more information visit www.gothamchamberopera.org.
Florida Grand Opera Finds Youth Chorus for TOSCA
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Florida Grand Opera recently held auditions for the Youth Chorus for the upcoming production of Giacomo Puccini's Tosca. Twelve children, ranging in age from 7-17, were selected for the chorus from a total group of twenty children that auditioned.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Florida Grand Opera recently held auditions for the Youth Chorus for the upcoming production of Giacomo Puccini's Tosca. Twelve children, ranging in age from 7-17, were selected for the chorus from a total group of twenty children that auditioned.
The Canadian Opera Company Presents ROBERTO DEVEREUX with Sondra Radvanovsky, 4/25-5/21
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
World renowned American soprano Sondra Radvanovsky returns to the Canadian Opera Company this spring in the ultimate diva role, Queen Elizabeth I, for the COC premiere of Donizetti's Roberto Devereux. The tumultuous final days of the reign of the Virgin Queen are depicted in this powerful drama of show-stopping vocal fireworks, directed by Stephen Lawless and conducted by Corrado Rovaris. Roberto Devereux is sung in Italian with English SURTITLES and runs for seven performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts on April 25, 29, May 3, 10, 15, 18, 21, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
World renowned American soprano Sondra Radvanovsky returns to the Canadian Opera Company this spring in the ultimate diva role, Queen Elizabeth I, for the COC premiere of Donizetti's Roberto Devereux. The tumultuous final days of the reign of the Virgin Queen are depicted in this powerful drama of show-stopping vocal fireworks, directed by Stephen Lawless and conducted by Corrado Rovaris. Roberto Devereux is sung in Italian with English SURTITLES and runs for seven performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts on April 25, 29, May 3, 10, 15, 18, 21, 2014.
Wolf Trap Announces Summer Opera Productions - CARMEN, GIULIO CESARE and More!
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces its 2014 summer opera productions.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces its 2014 summer opera productions.
BWW Reviews: At the Met, Kaufmann in WERTHER Is to Die For
by Richard Sasanow - March 10, 2014
Maybe Richard Eyre's new production of WERTHER for the Metropolitan Opera, with strong performances by German tenor Jonas Kaufmann and French mezzo Sophie Koch, should have been called WERTHER: THE BACKSTORY or WERTHER: A FOOL'S GUIDE. Eyre took what was otherwise a beautiful and interesting interpretation of the opera and added a prologue and other details (including action leading up to a self-inflicted shot in the chest)--just in case the audience needed some hand-holding to better understand what was going on.
by Richard Sasanow - March 10, 2014
Maybe Richard Eyre's new production of WERTHER for the Metropolitan Opera, with strong performances by German tenor Jonas Kaufmann and French mezzo Sophie Koch, should have been called WERTHER: THE BACKSTORY or WERTHER: A FOOL'S GUIDE. Eyre took what was otherwise a beautiful and interesting interpretation of the opera and added a prologue and other details (including action leading up to a self-inflicted shot in the chest)--just in case the audience needed some hand-holding to better understand what was going on.
Central City Opera Announces DREAM EVENTS as a Part of the Theatre of Dreams Gala
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
Central City Opera (CCO) announces a unique online opportunity to support the company's opera and musical theater productions and year-round programs. Tickets to ten exclusive Dream Events will be available for purchase at www.CentralCityOperaGala.com beginning Thursday, March 13.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
Central City Opera (CCO) announces a unique online opportunity to support the company's opera and musical theater productions and year-round programs. Tickets to ten exclusive Dream Events will be available for purchase at www.CentralCityOperaGala.com beginning Thursday, March 13.
Opera in the Heights to Present LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR, Begin. 3/28
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
Opera in the Heights presents Gaetano Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor, the final production of the 2013-2014 season, beginning Mar. 28 at Lambert Hall. This dramma tragico (tragic opera) in three acts was created by Donizetti in 1835. Salvatore Cammarano wrote the Italian language libretto loosely based on Sir Walter Scott's historical novel The Bride of Lammermoor.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
Opera in the Heights presents Gaetano Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor, the final production of the 2013-2014 season, beginning Mar. 28 at Lambert Hall. This dramma tragico (tragic opera) in three acts was created by Donizetti in 1835. Salvatore Cammarano wrote the Italian language libretto loosely based on Sir Walter Scott's historical novel The Bride of Lammermoor.
Daniel Sutin to Perform Title Role in Metropolitan Opera's WOZZECK Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
Daniel Sutin will sing the title role in tonight's performance of Berg's Wozzeck, replacing Thomas Hampson, who is recovering from bronchitis. Hampson's illness also forced him to withdraw from the March 6 performance of Wozzeck, which was sung by Matthias Goerne. Hampson expects to be ready in time for the next scheduled performance of Wozzeck on March 13.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
Daniel Sutin will sing the title role in tonight's performance of Berg's Wozzeck, replacing Thomas Hampson, who is recovering from bronchitis. Hampson's illness also forced him to withdraw from the March 6 performance of Wozzeck, which was sung by Matthias Goerne. Hampson expects to be ready in time for the next scheduled performance of Wozzeck on March 13.
TWISTED, PAGLIACCI & More Set for Opera Columbus' 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
Opera Columbus today announced the lineup for its 2014-15 season, premiering the first season in Opera Columbus history to present all locally produced productions. Opera Columbus opens the season with a never-been-done-before collaboration with BalletMet and the Columbus Symphony and Chorus to present the world premiere of Twisted, an all-original work written and directed by Crystal Manich, featuring dancers, singers, and musicians from all three organizations on stage together for the first time.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
Opera Columbus today announced the lineup for its 2014-15 season, premiering the first season in Opera Columbus history to present all locally produced productions. Opera Columbus opens the season with a never-been-done-before collaboration with BalletMet and the Columbus Symphony and Chorus to present the world premiere of Twisted, an all-original work written and directed by Crystal Manich, featuring dancers, singers, and musicians from all three organizations on stage together for the first time.
BWW Interviews: Peter Danish and His Novel Tale of THE TENOR, World War II and Maria Callas
by Richard Sasanow - March 10, 2014
THE TENOR, the new novel by BWW's Classical Music Editor, Peter Danish, is a sweeping tale of a young tenor, that extends from pre-war Italy to his coming of age as a soldier in war-torn Greece, and ends in 1965 with Maria Callas' historic final performance at New York's Metropolitan Opera House. Based loosely on stories that Danish gathered from several of Callas' personal friends, it also includes extensive research done in Italy and Greece. I talked with Peter about the novel--how it came about and his own passion for opera.
by Richard Sasanow - March 10, 2014
THE TENOR, the new novel by BWW's Classical Music Editor, Peter Danish, is a sweeping tale of a young tenor, that extends from pre-war Italy to his coming of age as a soldier in war-torn Greece, and ends in 1965 with Maria Callas' historic final performance at New York's Metropolitan Opera House. Based loosely on stories that Danish gathered from several of Callas' personal friends, it also includes extensive research done in Italy and Greece. I talked with Peter about the novel--how it came about and his own passion for opera.
BWW Reviews: Houston Grand Opera's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC is Extraordinarily Gorgeous
by David Clarke - March 09, 2014
Ever since it premiered on Broadway in 1973, Stephen Sondheim's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, with a book by Hugh Wheeler, has been a favorite of musical theatre fans. The Michigan Opera Theatre was the first American opera company to present the piece in 1983, and other companies followed suit. It last graced Houston Grand Opera's (HGO) stages in 1999. Now, the musical, with an extraordinary set and gorgeous costumes by Isaac Mizrahi, is thrilling Houston audiences again with HGO's latest production of this American masterpiece.
by David Clarke - March 09, 2014
Ever since it premiered on Broadway in 1973, Stephen Sondheim's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, with a book by Hugh Wheeler, has been a favorite of musical theatre fans. The Michigan Opera Theatre was the first American opera company to present the piece in 1983, and other companies followed suit. It last graced Houston Grand Opera's (HGO) stages in 1999. Now, the musical, with an extraordinary set and gorgeous costumes by Isaac Mizrahi, is thrilling Houston audiences again with HGO's latest production of this American masterpiece.
Puccini's Classic 'Tosca' Set for GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET Today
by TV News Desk - March 09, 2014
Puccini's enduring favorite, starring an exceptional trio of singing actors in the leading roles, returns to Great Performances at the Met today, March 9 at 12 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).
by TV News Desk - March 09, 2014
Puccini's enduring favorite, starring an exceptional trio of singing actors in the leading roles, returns to Great Performances at the Met today, March 9 at 12 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).
BWW Reviews: Sondheim's SWEENEY TODD Is a Killer at the New York Philharmonic
by Richard Sasanow - March 08, 2014
Like the young Anthony Hope in Stephen Sondheim's scintillating SWEENEY TODD, “I've sailed the world, beheld its wonders…,” with SWEENEY TODDs ranging from the original cast in New York, to an all-Japanese version in Tokyo, and have never failed to be thrilled by it. But there was something about hearing it with the New York Philharmonic, led by its music director, Alan Gilbert, that showed it in all its greatness.
by Richard Sasanow - March 08, 2014
Like the young Anthony Hope in Stephen Sondheim's scintillating SWEENEY TODD, “I've sailed the world, beheld its wonders…,” with SWEENEY TODDs ranging from the original cast in New York, to an all-Japanese version in Tokyo, and have never failed to be thrilled by it. But there was something about hearing it with the New York Philharmonic, led by its music director, Alan Gilbert, that showed it in all its greatness.
Divaria Productions, La Rioja Lirica, and Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral Presents Jose Serrano's LA DOLOROSA Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2014
As a tribute to International Women's Day, tonight, March 8 at 7:30 pm, the Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in collaboration with New York opera company Divaria Productions and Spain's La Rioja Lirica, will present La Dolorosa, the fascinating Spanish zarzuela dedicated to women, their courage and their bravery.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2014
As a tribute to International Women's Day, tonight, March 8 at 7:30 pm, the Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in collaboration with New York opera company Divaria Productions and Spain's La Rioja Lirica, will present La Dolorosa, the fascinating Spanish zarzuela dedicated to women, their courage and their bravery.
Sarasota Opera Hosts Exhibition from the Rome Opera House, HOMAGE TO GIUSEPPE VERDI, Now thru 3/25
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2014
Sarasota Opera is thrilled to announce it will be host to an exhibition from the Rome Opera House entitled 'Homage to Giuseppe Verdi; Celebrating the Bicentennial of his Birth' today, March 8 - March 25, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2014
Sarasota Opera is thrilled to announce it will be host to an exhibition from the Rome Opera House entitled 'Homage to Giuseppe Verdi; Celebrating the Bicentennial of his Birth' today, March 8 - March 25, 2014.
The Minnesota Opera with the LA Opera Presents THE MAGIC FLUTE, 4/12-27
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
Minnesota Opera is pleased to announce its co-production of a dynamic and engaging staging of Mozart's The Magic Flute with LA Opera. Mozart's masterful comedy about love, truth and the pursuit of enlightenment is richly reimagined in this boundary-busting production. Connecting the tale's enduring meaning with modern metaphor, this extraordinary staging combines live performance and film animation to delve deeply into the opera's surreal magic, odd characters and crazy love.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
Minnesota Opera is pleased to announce its co-production of a dynamic and engaging staging of Mozart's The Magic Flute with LA Opera. Mozart's masterful comedy about love, truth and the pursuit of enlightenment is richly reimagined in this boundary-busting production. Connecting the tale's enduring meaning with modern metaphor, this extraordinary staging combines live performance and film animation to delve deeply into the opera's surreal magic, odd characters and crazy love.
OperaDelaware Presents THE PEARL FISHERS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
Tonight, March 7th (7:30pm) and Sunday, March 9 (2pm) we present Bizet's Les pêcheurs de perles (The Pearl Fishers) in concert. Although less well-known than Carmen, it is every bit as memorable! English supertitles will be provided in order to help follow the story; you won't even miss the sets or costumes!
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
Tonight, March 7th (7:30pm) and Sunday, March 9 (2pm) we present Bizet's Les pêcheurs de perles (The Pearl Fishers) in concert. Although less well-known than Carmen, it is every bit as memorable! English supertitles will be provided in order to help follow the story; you won't even miss the sets or costumes!
DAS RHEINGOLD, A COFFIN IN EGYPT and More Set for Spring 2014 at Houston Grand Opera
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
The new year has already brought notable success for Houston Grand Opera (HGO), where the hotly anticipated American premiere of the long-lost Holocaust opera The Passenger-hailed by the Associated Press as 'the latest coup for a company known for producing new works'-took the national and local press by storm, and where the company's Rigoletto revival was pronounced 'glorious' (Theater Jones). These accolades come at an exciting time for the company, which continues this season's extraordinary line-up with the launch of the first American presentation of a visionary and groundbreaking treatment of Das Rheingold by La Fura dels Baus; the world premiere of Ricky Ian Gordon's A Coffin in Egypt, named one of the twelve 'must-see opera events of the season' (Opera News); a new HGO production of Carmen from Broadway sensation Rob Ashford; and Stephen Sondheim's A Little Night Music, which boasts designs by fashion icon Isaac Mizrahi.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
The new year has already brought notable success for Houston Grand Opera (HGO), where the hotly anticipated American premiere of the long-lost Holocaust opera The Passenger-hailed by the Associated Press as 'the latest coup for a company known for producing new works'-took the national and local press by storm, and where the company's Rigoletto revival was pronounced 'glorious' (Theater Jones). These accolades come at an exciting time for the company, which continues this season's extraordinary line-up with the launch of the first American presentation of a visionary and groundbreaking treatment of Das Rheingold by La Fura dels Baus; the world premiere of Ricky Ian Gordon's A Coffin in Egypt, named one of the twelve 'must-see opera events of the season' (Opera News); a new HGO production of Carmen from Broadway sensation Rob Ashford; and Stephen Sondheim's A Little Night Music, which boasts designs by fashion icon Isaac Mizrahi.
Lakeshore Light Opera Presents THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD, Now thru 3/15
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
Lakeshore Light Opera will present Gilbert and Sullivan's 'The Yeomen of the Guard' at the Louise Chalmers Theatre in Pointe Claire in March, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
Lakeshore Light Opera will present Gilbert and Sullivan's 'The Yeomen of the Guard' at the Louise Chalmers Theatre in Pointe Claire in March, 2014.
Losing the Disguises - Opera Director Lesley Koenig on Verdi's A MASKED BALL
by Erica Miner - March 06, 2014
A Wagner-loving cat and a childhood listening to the Metropolitan Opera broadcasts influenced Lesley Koenig's eventual plunge into the world of opera.
by Erica Miner - March 06, 2014
A Wagner-loving cat and a childhood listening to the Metropolitan Opera broadcasts influenced Lesley Koenig's eventual plunge into the world of opera.
Opera Immediat to Present LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR, 4/5-6
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2014
Opéra Immédiat presents Gaetano Donizetti's tragic opera Lucia di Lammermoor (1839) Opéra Immédiat was founded in 2009 by Sophie De Cruz, soprano and conductor. Together with a dynamic team of fellow classical music professionals, she has successfully set out to put on one opera per year.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2014
Opéra Immédiat presents Gaetano Donizetti's tragic opera Lucia di Lammermoor (1839) Opéra Immédiat was founded in 2009 by Sophie De Cruz, soprano and conductor. Together with a dynamic team of fellow classical music professionals, she has successfully set out to put on one opera per year.
The Utopia Opera Presents DER FREISCHÜTZ, 3/21-22
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2014
On March 21 and 22, Utopia Opera presents the rarely-performed German operatic gem, Der Freischütz by Carl Maria von Weber (1786-1826). One of the first operas of the German romantic tradition, the fully staged production will be performed with a 20-piece orchestra at the Ida K. Lang Recital Hall at Hunter College (695 Park Avenue). Utopia founder and artistic director, William Remmers, conducts and directs both shows.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2014
On March 21 and 22, Utopia Opera presents the rarely-performed German operatic gem, Der Freischütz by Carl Maria von Weber (1786-1826). One of the first operas of the German romantic tradition, the fully staged production will be performed with a 20-piece orchestra at the Ida K. Lang Recital Hall at Hunter College (695 Park Avenue). Utopia founder and artistic director, William Remmers, conducts and directs both shows.
Matthias Goerne Set for WOZZECK at Metropolitan Opera Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2014
Matthias Goerne is stepping into the title role in tonight's opening night performance of Berg's Wozzeck, replacing Thomas Hampson, who has withdrawn due to illness.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2014
Matthias Goerne is stepping into the title role in tonight's opening night performance of Berg's Wozzeck, replacing Thomas Hampson, who has withdrawn due to illness.
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