OPERA America Welcomes New Officers And 14 New Members To Its Board Of Directors
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
OPERA America has announced the election of Susan G. Marineau as the 14th chair of its Board of Directors.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
OPERA America has announced the election of Susan G. Marineau as the 14th chair of its Board of Directors.
Teatro Grattacielo to Present LA VESTALE at the Gerald Lynch Theater in October
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2023
Teatro Grattacielo will continue its 2022-23 Season with the grandeur of Spontini's La Vestale starring Indra Thomas as Giulia and Tahanee Aluwihare as La Gran Vestale on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 6:30 pm at the Gerald Lynch Theater at John Jay College.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2023
Teatro Grattacielo will continue its 2022-23 Season with the grandeur of Spontini's La Vestale starring Indra Thomas as Giulia and Tahanee Aluwihare as La Gran Vestale on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 6:30 pm at the Gerald Lynch Theater at John Jay College.
Review: CINDERELLA (CENDRILLON) at Artscape Opera House Is a Magical Blend of Opera, Ballet and Dialogue
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 05, 2023
Everyone has been acquainted with the story of CINDERELLA in some way, shape or form. What not everyone has experienced is this timeless tale told through a mixture of opera, ballet and acting. Indeed, this self-aware adaptation of Pauline Viardot’s chamber opera CINDERELLA (CENDRILLON), presented by Cape Town Opera with AM Productions
by Jaime Uranovsky - July 05, 2023
Everyone has been acquainted with the story of CINDERELLA in some way, shape or form. What not everyone has experienced is this timeless tale told through a mixture of opera, ballet and acting. Indeed, this self-aware adaptation of Pauline Viardot’s chamber opera CINDERELLA (CENDRILLON), presented by Cape Town Opera with AM Productions
OPERA America Awards Deborah Brevoort The Annual Campbell Opera Librettist Prize
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2023
OPERA America has announced the 2023 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize recipient, Deborah Brevoort. Conceived and funded by acclaimed librettist and lyricist Mark Campbell, the Prize is the first award in the history of American opera created specifically to honor the work of opera librettists. The annual winner receives an award of $7,000 to support creative development and career advancement.
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2023
OPERA America has announced the 2023 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize recipient, Deborah Brevoort. Conceived and funded by acclaimed librettist and lyricist Mark Campbell, the Prize is the first award in the history of American opera created specifically to honor the work of opera librettists. The annual winner receives an award of $7,000 to support creative development and career advancement.
THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, SALOME & More Set for Des Moines Metro Opera 2024 Festival Season
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2023
Des Moines Metro Opera’s complete repertory for the company’s 2024 Festival Season has been revealed.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2023
Des Moines Metro Opera’s complete repertory for the company’s 2024 Festival Season has been revealed.
Greek National Opera Releases Langridge's Production Of FALSTAFF On GNO TV
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2023
The Greek National Opera (GNO) presents the premiere of a new production of Verdi's Falstaff, staged by acclaimed opera director and Artistic Director of the Glyndebourne Festival Stephen Langridge and conducted by Pier Giorgio Morandi on its high-quality streaming platform, GNO TV, beginning today June 29, 2023 at tv.nationalopera.gr. Falstaff was filmed in Stavros Niarchos Hall at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Athens during its premiere run from January 26, 2023-February 12, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2023
The Greek National Opera (GNO) presents the premiere of a new production of Verdi's Falstaff, staged by acclaimed opera director and Artistic Director of the Glyndebourne Festival Stephen Langridge and conducted by Pier Giorgio Morandi on its high-quality streaming platform, GNO TV, beginning today June 29, 2023 at tv.nationalopera.gr. Falstaff was filmed in Stavros Niarchos Hall at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Athens during its premiere run from January 26, 2023-February 12, 2023.
Edmonton Opera Announces 2nd Annual Rumbold Vocal Prize!
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2023
Edmonton Opera proudly presents the 2nd annual Rumbold Vocal Prize for outstanding emerging professional opera singers, generously supported by Grace and Arnold Rumbold.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2023
Edmonton Opera proudly presents the 2nd annual Rumbold Vocal Prize for outstanding emerging professional opera singers, generously supported by Grace and Arnold Rumbold.
OPERA America Reveals 19 Participants for 2023 Leadership Intensive
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2023
OPERA America has announced the 19 participants selected for the 2023 Leadership Intensive. The program exemplifies the organization’s long-standing commitment to identify and support the professional growth of leaders who will help move opera forward for years to come.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2023
OPERA America has announced the 19 participants selected for the 2023 Leadership Intensive. The program exemplifies the organization’s long-standing commitment to identify and support the professional growth of leaders who will help move opera forward for years to come.
Portland Opera Announces 2023/24 Season Including Works From Mozart, Puccini, And More
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023
Portland Opera has announced its 2023-2024 season, featuring a lineup of productions including beloved classics, an immersive Shakespearean inspired experience, and a heartwarming new family opera in a season that celebrates opera's timeless magic.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023
Portland Opera has announced its 2023-2024 season, featuring a lineup of productions including beloved classics, an immersive Shakespearean inspired experience, and a heartwarming new family opera in a season that celebrates opera's timeless magic.
OPERA America Awards $200,000 In Next Stage Grants Supporting Subsequent Productions Of North American Works
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023
OPERA America has announced grants totaling $200,000 to six American opera companies through its Next Stage Grants program.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023
OPERA America has announced grants totaling $200,000 to six American opera companies through its Next Stage Grants program.
Video: Yannick Nézet-Séguin and Met Orchestra Members Surprise Park-Goers With Concert at Little Island
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2023
Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the Grammy Award-winning conductor and Metropolitan Opera Music Director, led a surprise concert on Little Island on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. Joining Nézet-Séguin at this urban oasis on the Hudson River were a quartet of Met Orchestra horn players – Erik Ralske, Roy Femenella, Javier Gándara and Barbara Jöstlein Currie.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2023
Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the Grammy Award-winning conductor and Metropolitan Opera Music Director, led a surprise concert on Little Island on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. Joining Nézet-Séguin at this urban oasis on the Hudson River were a quartet of Met Orchestra horn players – Erik Ralske, Roy Femenella, Javier Gándara and Barbara Jöstlein Currie.
Tickets On Sale Now For Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2023
On Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. the Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival will take place at Sarasota Opera House. Local restaurants will gather to serve tasty bites, wine, and other treats as a benefit for Sarasota Youth Opera. Throughout the event, there will be performances from the Youth Opera chorus and Sarasota Opera artists, as well as raffles and other activities.
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2023
On Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. the Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival will take place at Sarasota Opera House. Local restaurants will gather to serve tasty bites, wine, and other treats as a benefit for Sarasota Youth Opera. Throughout the event, there will be performances from the Youth Opera chorus and Sarasota Opera artists, as well as raffles and other activities.
Madison Opera's Annual OPERA IN THE PARK Set For Saturday July 22
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2023
Madison Opera's Opera in the Park celebrates its twenty-second year on Saturday, July 22 at 8pm in Garner Park on Madison's West Side. A Madison summer tradition, the free concert of opera and Broadway favorites draws audience members from across Wisconsin and beyond to pack a picnic, gather friends, and share a beautiful night of music under the stars.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2023
Madison Opera's Opera in the Park celebrates its twenty-second year on Saturday, July 22 at 8pm in Garner Park on Madison's West Side. A Madison summer tradition, the free concert of opera and Broadway favorites draws audience members from across Wisconsin and beyond to pack a picnic, gather friends, and share a beautiful night of music under the stars.
Review: Madrid's Teatro Real Brings Out the Charms and Laughs of Rossini's TURCO IN ITALIA
by Richard Sasanow - June 22, 2023
As I sat down to write about the delightful recent performance I heard of Rossini’s IL TURCO IN ITALIA at Madrid’s Teatro Real, with soprano Lisette Ororpesa in a charming new production by Laurence Pelly, I went to Spotify to see what kind of recordings were around. I was surprised to find more than a dozen of them--headlining everyone from Callas (in several of them) to Bartoli, with Sills, Jo, Caballe, Sciuti and some less familiar singers.
by Richard Sasanow - June 22, 2023
As I sat down to write about the delightful recent performance I heard of Rossini’s IL TURCO IN ITALIA at Madrid’s Teatro Real, with soprano Lisette Ororpesa in a charming new production by Laurence Pelly, I went to Spotify to see what kind of recordings were around. I was surprised to find more than a dozen of them--headlining everyone from Callas (in several of them) to Bartoli, with Sills, Jo, Caballe, Sciuti and some less familiar singers.
The Greek National Opera to Present Verdi's NABUCCO at the Odean of Herodes Atticus
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2023
The Greek National Opera is reviving acclaimed Italian director Leo Muscato’s production of Verdi’s Nabucco led by internationally acclaimed Italian conductor Paolo Carignani in his GNO debut.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2023
The Greek National Opera is reviving acclaimed Italian director Leo Muscato’s production of Verdi’s Nabucco led by internationally acclaimed Italian conductor Paolo Carignani in his GNO debut.
Review: Madrid's Teatro Real Brings Out the Charms of Rossini's TURCO IN ITALIA with Oropesa
by Richard Sasanow - June 17, 2023
As I sat down to write about the delightful recent performance I heard of Rossini’s IL TURCO IN ITALIA at Madrid’s Teatro Real, with soprano Lisette Ororpesa in a charming new production by Laurence Pelly, I went to Spotify to see what kind of recordings were around. I was surprised to find more than a dozen of them--headlining everyone from Callas (in several of them) to Bartoli, with Sills, Jo, Caballe, Sciuti and some less familiar singers.
by Richard Sasanow - June 17, 2023
As I sat down to write about the delightful recent performance I heard of Rossini’s IL TURCO IN ITALIA at Madrid’s Teatro Real, with soprano Lisette Ororpesa in a charming new production by Laurence Pelly, I went to Spotify to see what kind of recordings were around. I was surprised to find more than a dozen of them--headlining everyone from Callas (in several of them) to Bartoli, with Sills, Jo, Caballe, Sciuti and some less familiar singers.
On Site Opera Offers Two Free Concerts at West Side Community Garden
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2023
On Site Opera, New York’s pioneering opera company rooted in site-specific storytelling and the immersive experience, returns to the West Side Community Garden for Opera in the Garden—two evenings of free outdoor performances on Wednesday, June 21 and Wednesday, June 28.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2023
On Site Opera, New York’s pioneering opera company rooted in site-specific storytelling and the immersive experience, returns to the West Side Community Garden for Opera in the Garden—two evenings of free outdoor performances on Wednesday, June 21 and Wednesday, June 28.
Review: SUSANNAH at Opera Theatre Of Saint Louis
by Steve Callahan - June 14, 2023
It is a brilliant production of the second-most produced American opera. (After 'Porgy and Bess') Gorgeous scenic effects and world-class voices.
by Steve Callahan - June 14, 2023
It is a brilliant production of the second-most produced American opera. (After 'Porgy and Bess') Gorgeous scenic effects and world-class voices.
Interview: Artistic Director Stefanos Koroneos On Teatro Gratticielo 'DON GIOVANNI' at The Riverside Theater
by Peter Danish - June 14, 2023
This weekend Teatro Gratticielo will present it's highly anticipated new production of Don Giovanni, and Artistic Director Stefanos Koroneos took a few minutes out of his rehearsal to chat with us about the production.
by Peter Danish - June 14, 2023
This weekend Teatro Gratticielo will present it's highly anticipated new production of Don Giovanni, and Artistic Director Stefanos Koroneos took a few minutes out of his rehearsal to chat with us about the production.
The Greek National Opera Presents Laurent Pelly's Production Of Offenbach's LE VOYAGE DANS LA LUNE, July 12-13
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2023
The Greek National Opera partners with one of the most important and historic opera houses in Europe, the Opéra Comique in Paris, for an adaptation of Jacques Offenbach's Le Voyage dans la Lune, staged and with costumes by the acclaimed French director Laurent Pelly, and featuring the children's and youth choruses of both institutions.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2023
The Greek National Opera partners with one of the most important and historic opera houses in Europe, the Opéra Comique in Paris, for an adaptation of Jacques Offenbach's Le Voyage dans la Lune, staged and with costumes by the acclaimed French director Laurent Pelly, and featuring the children's and youth choruses of both institutions.
Soprano Lisette Oropesa To Step In For Nadine Sierra As Soloist In Brahms's EIN DEUTCHES Requiem With The Met Orchestra And Chorus On Thursday, June 15
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Carnegie Hall has announced that soprano Lisette Oropesa will step in for Nadine Sierra performing with The Met Orchestra on Thursday, June 15 at 8:00 p.m. Ms. Sierra has had to withdraw from this performance due to illness.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Carnegie Hall has announced that soprano Lisette Oropesa will step in for Nadine Sierra performing with The Met Orchestra on Thursday, June 15 at 8:00 p.m. Ms. Sierra has had to withdraw from this performance due to illness.
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Photos: First Look at D[X]N PASQUALE: A NEW LGBTQ+ Opera at Opera MODO
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Get a first look at photos of Donizetti's D[x]n Pasquale: A New LGBTQ+ Opera at Opera MODO.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Get a first look at photos of Donizetti's D[x]n Pasquale: A New LGBTQ+ Opera at Opera MODO.
Acclaimed Baritone Michael Mayes Returns For François D'Assise at Staatsoper Stuttgart
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Staatsoper Stuttgart has announced the highly anticipated return of the dynamic American baritone, Michael Mayes, in François d'Assise, opening on June 11, 2023. Mayes, known for his powerful and emotionally captivating performances, will take on the role of François in this remarkable production, set to mesmerize audiences with its profound exploration of spirituality and human nature.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Staatsoper Stuttgart has announced the highly anticipated return of the dynamic American baritone, Michael Mayes, in François d'Assise, opening on June 11, 2023. Mayes, known for his powerful and emotionally captivating performances, will take on the role of François in this remarkable production, set to mesmerize audiences with its profound exploration of spirituality and human nature.
Riverside Opera Company Presents BLACK VOICES A Free Concert At Conference House Park Sunday, June 11
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2023
Riverside Opera Company, free performance of ROC Black Voices is Sunday, June 11 at Conference House Park.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2023
Riverside Opera Company, free performance of ROC Black Voices is Sunday, June 11 at Conference House Park.
City Opera Appoints Conductor Gordon Gerrard As New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2023
The Board of Directors of City Opera Vancouver (City Opera) has announced the appointment of Canadian conductor Gordon Gerrard as the organization's next Artistic Director.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2023
The Board of Directors of City Opera Vancouver (City Opera) has announced the appointment of Canadian conductor Gordon Gerrard as the organization's next Artistic Director.
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