Peter Sellars Returns to the Canadian Opera Company with a New Production of HERCULES, 4/5-30
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
Internationally renowned director Peter Sellars returns to the Canadian Opera Company this spring with a new company production of Handel's Hercules that propels the Greek myth into the modern day, giving voice to the untold horrors of war and the unspoken complications faced by veterans returning home. The COC premiere of Hercules reunites Sellars with celebrated conductorHarry Bicket and the all-star cast that presented this co-production with Lyric Opera of Chicago to unequivocal praise at its debut in Chicago in 2011. Hercules is sung in English with English SURTITLES and runs for seven performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts on April 5, 11, 15, 19, 24, 27, 30, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
Internationally renowned director Peter Sellars returns to the Canadian Opera Company this spring with a new company production of Handel's Hercules that propels the Greek myth into the modern day, giving voice to the untold horrors of war and the unspoken complications faced by veterans returning home. The COC premiere of Hercules reunites Sellars with celebrated conductorHarry Bicket and the all-star cast that presented this co-production with Lyric Opera of Chicago to unequivocal praise at its debut in Chicago in 2011. Hercules is sung in English with English SURTITLES and runs for seven performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts on April 5, 11, 15, 19, 24, 27, 30, 2014.
Florida Grand Opera to Live Stream NO EXIT, 3/1
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
Florida Grand Opera's second installment of 'Unexpected Operas in Unexpected Places,' No Exit, a contemporary and edgy one act opera by Andy Vores, will be offered via live streaming on Saturday, March 1 at 10pm. The live streaming technology is made available by Xero Media Group and can be viewed at no charge by clicking the 'No Exit live streaming banner' at www.FGO.org.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
Florida Grand Opera's second installment of 'Unexpected Operas in Unexpected Places,' No Exit, a contemporary and edgy one act opera by Andy Vores, will be offered via live streaming on Saturday, March 1 at 10pm. The live streaming technology is made available by Xero Media Group and can be viewed at no charge by clicking the 'No Exit live streaming banner' at www.FGO.org.
Eric Owens to Star in Handel's HERCULES at COC; Peter Sellars to Direct
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
Internationally renowned director Peter Sellars returns to the Canadian Opera Company this spring with a new company production of Handel's Hercules that propels the Greek myth into the modern day, giving voice to the untold horrors of war and the unspoken complications faced by veterans returning home. The COC premiere of Hercules reunites Sellars with celebrated conductor Harry Bicket and the all-star cast that presented this co-production with Lyric Opera of Chicago to unequivocal praise at its debut in Chicago in 2011. Hercules is sung in English with English SURTITLES and runs for seven performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts on April 5, 11, 15, 19, 24, 27, 30, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
Internationally renowned director Peter Sellars returns to the Canadian Opera Company this spring with a new company production of Handel's Hercules that propels the Greek myth into the modern day, giving voice to the untold horrors of war and the unspoken complications faced by veterans returning home. The COC premiere of Hercules reunites Sellars with celebrated conductor Harry Bicket and the all-star cast that presented this co-production with Lyric Opera of Chicago to unequivocal praise at its debut in Chicago in 2011. Hercules is sung in English with English SURTITLES and runs for seven performances at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts on April 5, 11, 15, 19, 24, 27, 30, 2014.
Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum Presents KORNGOLD, THE LOST COMPOSER? Panel Today
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
The Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum are the proud partners of what promises to be an extraordinary panel discussion on the life, the work and the legacy of exiled twentieth-century composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, who went from Viennese 'wunderkind' to one of the founding fathers of the 'Great American Film Score,' when the Nazi conquest of Europe made it impossible for him to return home.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
The Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum are the proud partners of what promises to be an extraordinary panel discussion on the life, the work and the legacy of exiled twentieth-century composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, who went from Viennese 'wunderkind' to one of the founding fathers of the 'Great American Film Score,' when the Nazi conquest of Europe made it impossible for him to return home.
All-Female Hangzhou Yue Opera Company Comes to NYU's Skirball Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
The all-female ensemble Hangzhou Yue Opera Company transforms two classic Ibsen plays into lyrical adventures with Hedda (tonight, February 25) and The Lady from the Sea (February 26) at the second annual Visions + Voices Global Performance Series at NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. This year's Visions + Voices will focus on China and will run from February 20-May 12, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2014
The all-female ensemble Hangzhou Yue Opera Company transforms two classic Ibsen plays into lyrical adventures with Hedda (tonight, February 25) and The Lady from the Sea (February 26) at the second annual Visions + Voices Global Performance Series at NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. This year's Visions + Voices will focus on China and will run from February 20-May 12, 2014.
Golden Rose Opera Works to Present LA BOHEME, 3/23
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
“La Boheme', Giacomo Puccini's renowned lyrical opera, will be presented in fully staged production by the Golden Rose Opera Works on Sunday , March 23, 2014 in the Lower Church Hall of Our Lady of Mercy Church, Forest Hills, NY . The show begins at 2:30 PM. All are invited. The production is the first for the newly formed musical organization, and features a cast with professional operatic stage experience.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
“La Boheme', Giacomo Puccini's renowned lyrical opera, will be presented in fully staged production by the Golden Rose Opera Works on Sunday , March 23, 2014 in the Lower Church Hall of Our Lady of Mercy Church, Forest Hills, NY . The show begins at 2:30 PM. All are invited. The production is the first for the newly formed musical organization, and features a cast with professional operatic stage experience.
Opera Idaho to Return to the Morrison Center With CARMEN, 2/28 & 3/2
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
Opera Idaho presents Carmen by Georges Bizet on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 7:30pm and Sunday, March 2, 2014 at 2:30pm at The Morrison Center.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
Opera Idaho presents Carmen by Georges Bizet on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 7:30pm and Sunday, March 2, 2014 at 2:30pm at The Morrison Center.
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera to Hold Open Auditions for Vocalists, 3/10
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera will be holding an open audition for vocalists interested in performing solos for upcoming concerts. Vocalists are asked to prepare two or three arias or art songs for the audition with Music Director Kayoko Dan and Music Director Emeritus and Principal Pops Conductor Bob Bernhardt. An accompanist will be provided, or a vocalist can provide his/her own. Sheet music for the accompanist must be in the correct key.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera will be holding an open audition for vocalists interested in performing solos for upcoming concerts. Vocalists are asked to prepare two or three arias or art songs for the audition with Music Director Kayoko Dan and Music Director Emeritus and Principal Pops Conductor Bob Bernhardt. An accompanist will be provided, or a vocalist can provide his/her own. Sheet music for the accompanist must be in the correct key.
Utah Opera's New Production of Puccini's TURANDOT Opens Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
Pageantry and energy will fill the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre from March 15 to 23, 2014 as Utah Opera presents the operatic spectacle of the season, Giacomo Puccini's final masterpiece, the electrifying Turandot.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
Pageantry and energy will fill the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre from March 15 to 23, 2014 as Utah Opera presents the operatic spectacle of the season, Giacomo Puccini's final masterpiece, the electrifying Turandot.
BWW Reviews: Follow the Lieder, Part Two--JONAS KAUFMANN Conquers Carnegie
by Richard Sasanow - February 24, 2014
What does an opera singer do on his night off from singing the title role in Massenet's WERTHER in a new production at the Metropolitan? If he's the charismatic wunder-tenor Jonas Kaufmann, he heads over to Carnegie Hall to conquer another world, with his recital debut in an evening of German art songs, or lieder. And triumph he did.
by Richard Sasanow - February 24, 2014
What does an opera singer do on his night off from singing the title role in Massenet's WERTHER in a new production at the Metropolitan? If he's the charismatic wunder-tenor Jonas Kaufmann, he heads over to Carnegie Hall to conquer another world, with his recital debut in an evening of German art songs, or lieder. And triumph he did.
Anthony Kearns to Perform at Salamander Resort & Spa, 3/1
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
Anthony Kearns, world-renowned tenor and founding member of The Irish Tenors, will perform during a reception and tribute to U.S. military and their families on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, Va. The event will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and benefit two leading charitable organizations for America's wounded military service members, veterans and their families - Boulder Crest Retreat for Military and Veteran Wellness and the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes. Mr. Kearns will perform at approximately 6:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
Anthony Kearns, world-renowned tenor and founding member of The Irish Tenors, will perform during a reception and tribute to U.S. military and their families on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, Va. The event will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and benefit two leading charitable organizations for America's wounded military service members, veterans and their families - Boulder Crest Retreat for Military and Veteran Wellness and the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes. Mr. Kearns will perform at approximately 6:30 p.m.
43rd Annual George London Foundation Awards Competition for Opera Singers Announces Winners
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
The winners of the 43rd annual George London Foundation Awards Competition for young American and Canadian opera singers were announced at the conclusion of the competition's final round this evening, which took place in a front of a capacity audience at Gilder Lehrman Hall at The Morgan Library & Museum in New York City.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
The winners of the 43rd annual George London Foundation Awards Competition for young American and Canadian opera singers were announced at the conclusion of the competition's final round this evening, which took place in a front of a capacity audience at Gilder Lehrman Hall at The Morgan Library & Museum in New York City.
BRITTEN 100/LA Celebration Comes to a Close with LA Opera's BILLY BUDD, Now thru 3/16
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
Conductor James Conlon, Music Director of LA Opera, concludes his three-year commemoration of the centenary of composer Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) and brings the Britten 100/LA celebration to a close in Los Angeles with LA Opera's production of Billy Budd, which opens today, February 22 and continues through March 16, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
Conductor James Conlon, Music Director of LA Opera, concludes his three-year commemoration of the centenary of composer Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) and brings the Britten 100/LA celebration to a close in Los Angeles with LA Opera's production of Billy Budd, which opens today, February 22 and continues through March 16, 2014.
Center Stage Opera Presents THE BEST OF BROADWAY This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
Center Stage Opera brings the Great White Way to the Valley with The Best Of Broadway. An all-star cast will join the Center Stage Opera Orchestra in the beautiful sanctuary of Northridge United Methodist Church for a concert of Broadway's most beloved hits.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
Center Stage Opera brings the Great White Way to the Valley with The Best Of Broadway. An all-star cast will join the Center Stage Opera Orchestra in the beautiful sanctuary of Northridge United Methodist Church for a concert of Broadway's most beloved hits.
Washington National Opera Presents East Coast Premiere of MOBY DICK, Now thru 3/8
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
Washington National Opera (WNO) continues its 2013-2014 season with the east coast premiere of the new American opera Moby-Dick, today, February 22 to March 8 in the Kennedy Center Opera House.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2014
Washington National Opera (WNO) continues its 2013-2014 season with the east coast premiere of the new American opera Moby-Dick, today, February 22 to March 8 in the Kennedy Center Opera House.
Lyric Opera of Chicago's RUSALKA to Open This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2014
Strange things are afoot in the deep darkness of the woods when humans, wood nymphs, water sprites, goblins, witches, and other creatures intermingle - knowingly or otherwise. Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Antonin Dvorák's Rusalka, the famed Czech composer's darkly sensual fairy tale, which makes its eagerly anticipated company premiere in a new production opening on Saturday, February 22, with six performances through Sunday, March 16. Performance dates are February 22, 26, March 4, 7, and 10, all at 7:30pm, with a matinee on March 16 at 2pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2014
Strange things are afoot in the deep darkness of the woods when humans, wood nymphs, water sprites, goblins, witches, and other creatures intermingle - knowingly or otherwise. Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Antonin Dvorák's Rusalka, the famed Czech composer's darkly sensual fairy tale, which makes its eagerly anticipated company premiere in a new production opening on Saturday, February 22, with six performances through Sunday, March 16. Performance dates are February 22, 26, March 4, 7, and 10, all at 7:30pm, with a matinee on March 16 at 2pm.
Tenor Michael Fabiano Receives 9th Annual Beverly Sills Artist Award
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2014
Tenor Michael Fabiano has been named the recipient of the ninth annual Beverly Sills Artist Award for young singers at the Metropolitan Opera. The $50,000 award, the largest of its kind in the United States, is designated for extraordinarily gifted singers between the ages of 25 and 40 who have already appeared in featured solo roles at the Met. The award, given in honor of Beverly Sills, was established in 2006 by an endowment gift from former Met board member Agnes Varis, who died in 2011. Ms. Varis was also the founding donor of the Met's Rush Ticket program. Fabiano was presented with the award at the Met today by Met General Manager Peter Gelb.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2014
Tenor Michael Fabiano has been named the recipient of the ninth annual Beverly Sills Artist Award for young singers at the Metropolitan Opera. The $50,000 award, the largest of its kind in the United States, is designated for extraordinarily gifted singers between the ages of 25 and 40 who have already appeared in featured solo roles at the Met. The award, given in honor of Beverly Sills, was established in 2006 by an endowment gift from former Met board member Agnes Varis, who died in 2011. Ms. Varis was also the founding donor of the Met's Rush Ticket program. Fabiano was presented with the award at the Met today by Met General Manager Peter Gelb.
Placido Domingo Headlines 70 YEARS OF THE PEOPLE'S OPERA Tonight at New York City Center
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2014
Opera star Placido Domingo will join veterans of the now defunct New York City Opera for a 70th anniversary benefit concert, '70 Years of the People's Opera', tonight, February 21 at the City Center. Domingo made his debut with the City Opera as 'Pinkerton' in Puccini's MADAMA BUTTERFLY in 1965.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2014
Opera star Placido Domingo will join veterans of the now defunct New York City Opera for a 70th anniversary benefit concert, '70 Years of the People's Opera', tonight, February 21 at the City Center. Domingo made his debut with the City Opera as 'Pinkerton' in Puccini's MADAMA BUTTERFLY in 1965.
Distinguished Concerts International to Present LUST AND LA FEMME MYSTIQUE, 3/10
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
Distinguished Concerts International New York presents an evening of musically epic proportions, featuring Carl Orff's 1936 masterwork Carmina Burana, as conducted by revered conductor Vance George, with a beautiful selection of music for women's chorus in celebration of International Women's Day, conducted by Hilary Apfelstadt and performed by 16 outstanding choruses hailing from across North America; Vienna; Hong Kong; Munich; Curitiba, Brazil; and Brunswick, Australia. Lust & La Femme Mystique takes place on Monday, March 10 at 7:00 PM at Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
Distinguished Concerts International New York presents an evening of musically epic proportions, featuring Carl Orff's 1936 masterwork Carmina Burana, as conducted by revered conductor Vance George, with a beautiful selection of music for women's chorus in celebration of International Women's Day, conducted by Hilary Apfelstadt and performed by 16 outstanding choruses hailing from across North America; Vienna; Hong Kong; Munich; Curitiba, Brazil; and Brunswick, Australia. Lust & La Femme Mystique takes place on Monday, March 10 at 7:00 PM at Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center.
Minnesota Opera's 2014–2015 Season Includes HANSEL AND GRETEL, THE ELIXIR OF LOVE and More
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
Minnesota Opera announces its 2014–2015 season, which presents a world premiere, a company premiere, two masterpieces not seen at Minnesota Opera in nearly three decades and a new production of an operatic blockbuster. All five productions are new to Minnesota audiences.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
Minnesota Opera announces its 2014–2015 season, which presents a world premiere, a company premiere, two masterpieces not seen at Minnesota Opera in nearly three decades and a new production of an operatic blockbuster. All five productions are new to Minnesota audiences.
The Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum Present KORNGOLD, THE LOST COMPOSER?, 2/25
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
The Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum are the proud partners of what promises to be an extraordinary panel discussion on the life, the work and the legacy of exiled twentieth-century composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, who went from Viennese "wunderkind" to one of the founding fathers of the "Great American Film Score," when the Nazi conquest of Europe made it impossible for him to return home.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
The Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum are the proud partners of what promises to be an extraordinary panel discussion on the life, the work and the legacy of exiled twentieth-century composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, who went from Viennese "wunderkind" to one of the founding fathers of the "Great American Film Score," when the Nazi conquest of Europe made it impossible for him to return home.
Grammy Award-Winner Fabio Luisi's Spring Highlights Include AIDA, CENERENTOLA, and London Symphony Debut
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
Having just added Genoa's prestigious 2014 Grifo d'Oro to honors that include both Grammy and ECHO Klassik Awards, Fabio Luisilooks forward to conducting a wealth of important operatic and orchestral projects this spring. Highlights include premiering a major new production of Verdi's Aida at the Zurich Opera, where he serves as General Music Director, and presenting Joyce DiDonato's company title role debut in Rossini's La Cenerentola at the Metropolitan Opera, where he is Principal Conductor; the final performance will be transmitted live to movie theaters around the world in the Met's celebrated Live in HD series. Tellingly, both Zurich Opera and the Met are among the six opera houses named as finalists for the 2014 International Opera Award for Best Opera Company. The eminent Italian conductor is no less distinguished in the concert hall, and this spring he will make his London Symphony Orchestra debut, return to guest conduct the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Filarmonica della Scala and Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, and lead the last two programs of his season with the Zurich Philharmonia.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
Having just added Genoa's prestigious 2014 Grifo d'Oro to honors that include both Grammy and ECHO Klassik Awards, Fabio Luisilooks forward to conducting a wealth of important operatic and orchestral projects this spring. Highlights include premiering a major new production of Verdi's Aida at the Zurich Opera, where he serves as General Music Director, and presenting Joyce DiDonato's company title role debut in Rossini's La Cenerentola at the Metropolitan Opera, where he is Principal Conductor; the final performance will be transmitted live to movie theaters around the world in the Met's celebrated Live in HD series. Tellingly, both Zurich Opera and the Met are among the six opera houses named as finalists for the 2014 International Opera Award for Best Opera Company. The eminent Italian conductor is no less distinguished in the concert hall, and this spring he will make his London Symphony Orchestra debut, return to guest conduct the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Filarmonica della Scala and Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, and lead the last two programs of his season with the Zurich Philharmonia.
Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum to Present KORNGOLD, THE LOST COMPOSER? Panel, 2/25
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
The Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum are the proud partners of what promises to be an extraordinary panel discussion on the life, the work and the legacy of exiled twentieth-century composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, who went from Viennese 'wunderkind' to one of the founding fathers of the 'Great American Film Score,' when the Nazi conquest of Europe made it impossible for him to return home.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
The Dallas Opera and Dallas Holocaust Museum are the proud partners of what promises to be an extraordinary panel discussion on the life, the work and the legacy of exiled twentieth-century composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, who went from Viennese 'wunderkind' to one of the founding fathers of the 'Great American Film Score,' when the Nazi conquest of Europe made it impossible for him to return home.
Diana Damrau to Sing the Title Role in Bellini's LA SONNAMBULA at the Met, Beg. 3/14
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
Diana Damrau will add a new role to her extensive repertory when she sings her first-ever performances of Amina, the title character in Bellini's bel canto showpiece La Sonnambula. Last season, Damrau made an acclaimed role debut as Violetta in Verdi's La Traviata in a sold-out series of performances at the Met. La Sonnambula, which opens March 14 in a revival of Mary Zimmerman's 2009 production, will be conducted by Marco Armiliato and also star rising Mexican tenor Javier Camarena as Elvino and Italian bass Michele Pertusi as Rodolfo.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2014
Diana Damrau will add a new role to her extensive repertory when she sings her first-ever performances of Amina, the title character in Bellini's bel canto showpiece La Sonnambula. Last season, Damrau made an acclaimed role debut as Violetta in Verdi's La Traviata in a sold-out series of performances at the Met. La Sonnambula, which opens March 14 in a revival of Mary Zimmerman's 2009 production, will be conducted by Marco Armiliato and also star rising Mexican tenor Javier Camarena as Elvino and Italian bass Michele Pertusi as Rodolfo.
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Pittsburgh Opera's PAUL'S CASE, Opening 2/22
by Christina Mancuso - February 20, 2014
Pittsburgh Opera presents Second Stage Project: PAUL'S CASE, February 22, 25, 28; March 2, 2014 at George R. White Studio, Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters. Music by Gregory Spears • Libretto By Gregory Spears and Kathryn Walat. PAUL'S CASE is part of Pittsburgh Opera's 2014 American Opera Series.
by Christina Mancuso - February 20, 2014
Pittsburgh Opera presents Second Stage Project: PAUL'S CASE, February 22, 25, 28; March 2, 2014 at George R. White Studio, Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters. Music by Gregory Spears • Libretto By Gregory Spears and Kathryn Walat. PAUL'S CASE is part of Pittsburgh Opera's 2014 American Opera Series.
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