Nicholas Phan to Launch Trinity Wall Street's CELEBRATING BRITTEN FESTIVAL and More in 2013-14
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Tenor Nicholas Phan will kick off his 2013-14 season as one of the prime voices heard in celebrations of the composer's centenary as they culminate this fall. On September 5, Phan helps launch Trinity Wall Street's four-month Celebrating Britten Festival with the orchestral song cycle Nocturne. The tenor also curates the 2013 Collaborative Works Festival as the Artistic Director of Collaborative Arts Institute of Chicago, performing Britten's Canticle II: Abraham and Isaac and The Heart of the Matter, plus folk-song arrangements by Beethoven (Sept 11-15). Phan and pianist Myra Huang then embark on a U.S. recital tour - starting at Trinity Wall Street on September 21 - with a program juxtaposing Britten and Schubert.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Tenor Nicholas Phan will kick off his 2013-14 season as one of the prime voices heard in celebrations of the composer's centenary as they culminate this fall. On September 5, Phan helps launch Trinity Wall Street's four-month Celebrating Britten Festival with the orchestral song cycle Nocturne. The tenor also curates the 2013 Collaborative Works Festival as the Artistic Director of Collaborative Arts Institute of Chicago, performing Britten's Canticle II: Abraham and Isaac and The Heart of the Matter, plus folk-song arrangements by Beethoven (Sept 11-15). Phan and pianist Myra Huang then embark on a U.S. recital tour - starting at Trinity Wall Street on September 21 - with a program juxtaposing Britten and Schubert.
What's On Your iPod? BWW Classical Talks to Conductor Gil Rose
by Peter Danish - August 30, 2013
Maestro Gill Rose tells our readers what's on his iPod.
by Peter Danish - August 30, 2013
Maestro Gill Rose tells our readers what's on his iPod.
Metropolitan Opera's Peter Gelb Comments on the Future of Opera
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Peter Gelb, general manager of the Metropolitan Opera, discusses the future of opera. In an article posted today in Bloomberg, he says, 'Today the notion that high art can also be entertainment is anathema to those who think that genius is not suited to accessibility and that opera presentations should be a Spartan exercise. This concept has potentially threatened opera's very existence, resulting in the staging of some operas over the last several decades that misguidedly deconstruct familiar plots, thereby depriving audiences -- particularly new ones -- of the satisfaction of being able to follow the original storylines.'
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Peter Gelb, general manager of the Metropolitan Opera, discusses the future of opera. In an article posted today in Bloomberg, he says, 'Today the notion that high art can also be entertainment is anathema to those who think that genius is not suited to accessibility and that opera presentations should be a Spartan exercise. This concept has potentially threatened opera's very existence, resulting in the staging of some operas over the last several decades that misguidedly deconstruct familiar plots, thereby depriving audiences -- particularly new ones -- of the satisfaction of being able to follow the original storylines.'
Minnesota Opera Presents Premiere of
Manon Lescaut, 9/21
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Minnesota Opera is pleased to announce its season opening, in which the irresistible lure of money seduces the beautiful Manon, triggering her downfall. But true love is her redemption in this soulful opera by the composer of La bohème, Madame Butterfly andTurandot. Manon Lescaut was Puccini's third opera and his first major success. Defending his work against another opera based on the 1731 novel by the Abbé Prévost, Puccini said, “Manon is a heroine I believe in, and therefore she cannot fail to win the hearts of the public. Why shouldn't there be two operas about Manon? A woman like Manon can have more than one lover.” He added, “Massenet feels it as a Frenchman, with powder and minuets. I shall feel it as an Italian, with a desperate passion.”
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Minnesota Opera is pleased to announce its season opening, in which the irresistible lure of money seduces the beautiful Manon, triggering her downfall. But true love is her redemption in this soulful opera by the composer of La bohème, Madame Butterfly andTurandot. Manon Lescaut was Puccini's third opera and his first major success. Defending his work against another opera based on the 1731 novel by the Abbé Prévost, Puccini said, “Manon is a heroine I believe in, and therefore she cannot fail to win the hearts of the public. Why shouldn't there be two operas about Manon? A woman like Manon can have more than one lover.” He added, “Massenet feels it as a Frenchman, with powder and minuets. I shall feel it as an Italian, with a desperate passion.”
Opera Lafayette Releases Recording of LE ROI ET LE FERMIER
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
Opera Lafayette, renowned for its interpretation of early French opera, announces the release of its ninth recording on the Naxos label, Pierre-Alexandre Monsigny's 1762 opéra-comique to a libretto by Michel-Jean Sedaine, Le Roi et le fermier. Artistic Director Ryan Brown conducts the Opera Lafayette Orchestra in this world premiere recording featuring tenor Thomas Michael Allen and baritone William Sharp in the title roles, with sopranosDominique Labelle and Yulia Van Doren, mezzo Delores Ziegler, tenors Tony Boutté and Jeffrey Thompson, and baritone Thomas Dolié. The recording has been selected as a Key Release by the Naxos label for August 2013 and will be available worldwide on August 27, 2013. The recording is now available digitally on iTunes, Amazon, and the Naxos Music Library, and Ryan Brown can be heard discussing the work on the August 1 Naxos podcast.
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
Opera Lafayette, renowned for its interpretation of early French opera, announces the release of its ninth recording on the Naxos label, Pierre-Alexandre Monsigny's 1762 opéra-comique to a libretto by Michel-Jean Sedaine, Le Roi et le fermier. Artistic Director Ryan Brown conducts the Opera Lafayette Orchestra in this world premiere recording featuring tenor Thomas Michael Allen and baritone William Sharp in the title roles, with sopranosDominique Labelle and Yulia Van Doren, mezzo Delores Ziegler, tenors Tony Boutté and Jeffrey Thompson, and baritone Thomas Dolié. The recording has been selected as a Key Release by the Naxos label for August 2013 and will be available worldwide on August 27, 2013. The recording is now available digitally on iTunes, Amazon, and the Naxos Music Library, and Ryan Brown can be heard discussing the work on the August 1 Naxos podcast.
VIDEO: Watch Opera Trio Forte on AMERICA'S GOT TALENT
by Nicole Rosky - August 29, 2013
In the video below, watch the opera trio Forte perform 'Unchained Melody' on America's Got Talent!
by Nicole Rosky - August 29, 2013
In the video below, watch the opera trio Forte perform 'Unchained Melody' on America's Got Talent!
Utah Symphony-Utah Opera to Offer Students 'All Access Pass'
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
Students of any age who want to experience the thrill of live classical music can purchase an All-Access Student Pass for $49 and attend as many Utah Symphony and Utah Opera performances as they'd like during a season. All Access tickets are available the night of the performance starting at 6 PM and are subject to availability. Students are seated in the best available seat at the time of redemption.
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
Students of any age who want to experience the thrill of live classical music can purchase an All-Access Student Pass for $49 and attend as many Utah Symphony and Utah Opera performances as they'd like during a season. All Access tickets are available the night of the performance starting at 6 PM and are subject to availability. Students are seated in the best available seat at the time of redemption.
Opera Atelier Opens 2013-2014 Season with ABDUCTION FROM THE SERAGLIO, 10/26
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
Opera Atelier's 2013-2014 season begins with Mozart's Abduction from the Seraglio, a colourful comedy that tells of the charming antics of Belmonte and Pedrillo, a master and servant who must rescue their beloveds from the harem of the Pasha Selim.
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
Opera Atelier's 2013-2014 season begins with Mozart's Abduction from the Seraglio, a colourful comedy that tells of the charming antics of Belmonte and Pedrillo, a master and servant who must rescue their beloveds from the harem of the Pasha Selim.
Cincinnati Opera Announces Casting Highlights for 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
Cincinnati Opera is pleased to announce casting highlights and production information for its 2014 Summer Festival. As originally announced in July 2012, the company's 94th season will feature four operas, including the company's first Baroque opera and the company premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Silent Night.
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2013
Cincinnati Opera is pleased to announce casting highlights and production information for its 2014 Summer Festival. As originally announced in July 2012, the company's 94th season will feature four operas, including the company's first Baroque opera and the company premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Silent Night.
Tenor Pasquale Esposito to Perform at the Gallo Center in Modesto, 9/28
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
Making his first appearance in Modesto since 2007, Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito will perform in concert at the Gallo Center for the Arts at 8 pm on Saturday, September 28.
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
Making his first appearance in Modesto since 2007, Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito will perform in concert at the Gallo Center for the Arts at 8 pm on Saturday, September 28.
Owner of Maitland Opera House Disappears After Fire Burns It Down
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
A fire destroyed the Maitland Opera House on Saturday morning. Three days later, authorities are still trying to uncover debris and evidence to answer questions about property owner, Kenneth Rainwater, who disappeared after the fire began.
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
A fire destroyed the Maitland Opera House on Saturday morning. Three days later, authorities are still trying to uncover debris and evidence to answer questions about property owner, Kenneth Rainwater, who disappeared after the fire began.
The 2013-14 Florida Opera Festival Adds Picnic in the Park, Holiday Concert & More
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
The 2013-2014 Florida Opera Festival presented by Opera Tampa is certain to exhilarate every opera buff and fascinate any curious opera novice. Composers Bizet and Mozart, among others, will be showcased in a magnificent season of passion, intrigue and magic. The season also features L'amour Toujours, a Popera! Concert and options to attend the 2012 Tony Award-winning Best Revival of a Musical, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, and a concert by international superstar Andrea Bocelli.
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
The 2013-2014 Florida Opera Festival presented by Opera Tampa is certain to exhilarate every opera buff and fascinate any curious opera novice. Composers Bizet and Mozart, among others, will be showcased in a magnificent season of passion, intrigue and magic. The season also features L'amour Toujours, a Popera! Concert and options to attend the 2012 Tony Award-winning Best Revival of a Musical, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, and a concert by international superstar Andrea Bocelli.
Thomas Hampson Returns in Met Wozzeck and Vienna Boccanegra, New Lyric Parsifal & More
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
The new season sees Thomas Hampson – “America's foremost baritone” (International Herald Tribune) – return to the world's greatest opera houses and festivals, including London's Royal Opera House, the Vienna State Opera, Deutsche Oper Berlin, theBavarian State Opera, the Salzburg Festival, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and New York's Metropolitan Opera, where he will make hisrole debut as the eponymous antihero of Berg's Wozzeck. Equally active on the concert stage, Hampson looks forward to collaborations with such top international orchestras as Washington's National Symphony, the BBC Scottish Symphony, the Staatskapelle Dresden, and the Amsterdam Sinfonietta, which he will join for a twelve-stop European tour. Having been hailed as “an artist fully in control of a remarkable instrument” (Los Angeles Times), the baritone will take his celebrated lieder recitals to London's Wigmore Hall, the Leipzig Gewandhaus, and to Coburg, Heidelberg, Brussels, and Berne. In the wake of his recent induction into the Gramophone Hall of Fame, the baritone's star turn in the title role of Verdi's Simon Boccanegra – recorded live at the Vienna Konzerthaus – is due for September release on the Decca label.
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2013
The new season sees Thomas Hampson – “America's foremost baritone” (International Herald Tribune) – return to the world's greatest opera houses and festivals, including London's Royal Opera House, the Vienna State Opera, Deutsche Oper Berlin, theBavarian State Opera, the Salzburg Festival, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and New York's Metropolitan Opera, where he will make hisrole debut as the eponymous antihero of Berg's Wozzeck. Equally active on the concert stage, Hampson looks forward to collaborations with such top international orchestras as Washington's National Symphony, the BBC Scottish Symphony, the Staatskapelle Dresden, and the Amsterdam Sinfonietta, which he will join for a twelve-stop European tour. Having been hailed as “an artist fully in control of a remarkable instrument” (Los Angeles Times), the baritone will take his celebrated lieder recitals to London's Wigmore Hall, the Leipzig Gewandhaus, and to Coburg, Heidelberg, Brussels, and Berne. In the wake of his recent induction into the Gramophone Hall of Fame, the baritone's star turn in the title role of Verdi's Simon Boccanegra – recorded live at the Vienna Konzerthaus – is due for September release on the Decca label.
North Carolina Opera Presents Mozart's COSI FAN TUTTE, 10/3
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
Coming to Raleigh's Fletcher Opera Theater on October 3, 5 and 6 is a fully staged operatic production of Mozart's Così fan tutte (or “The School for Lovers”) presented by the North Carolina Opera (Sung in Italian with English supertitles).
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
Coming to Raleigh's Fletcher Opera Theater on October 3, 5 and 6 is a fully staged operatic production of Mozart's Così fan tutte (or “The School for Lovers”) presented by the North Carolina Opera (Sung in Italian with English supertitles).
BWW Exclusive: Patricia Racette Comments on Last Minute Replacement in SF Opera World Premiere of DOLORES CLAIBORNE
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
Last night, we reported that San Francisco Opera has replaced Mezzo-Soprano Dolora Zajick with Patricia Racette (for the first four performances), then Catherine Cook (in the final two) in the World Premiere 'Dolores Claiborne', premiering September 18-October 4, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
Last night, we reported that San Francisco Opera has replaced Mezzo-Soprano Dolora Zajick with Patricia Racette (for the first four performances), then Catherine Cook (in the final two) in the World Premiere 'Dolores Claiborne', premiering September 18-October 4, 2013.
Glyndebourne Festival Announces 80th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
· Robin Ticciati will conduct his first Glyndebourne Festival as Music Director. He is only the seventh conductor to hold the post in Glyndebourne's 80- year history, following in the distinguished line of Fritz Busch, Vittorio Gui, John Pritchard, Bernard Haitink, Andrew Davis and Vladimir Jurowski.
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
· Robin Ticciati will conduct his first Glyndebourne Festival as Music Director. He is only the seventh conductor to hold the post in Glyndebourne's 80- year history, following in the distinguished line of Fritz Busch, Vittorio Gui, John Pritchard, Bernard Haitink, Andrew Davis and Vladimir Jurowski.
BWW Reviews: SALOME is a Feast for the Senses
by Barry Lenny - August 27, 2013
State Opera of South Australia started their main stage programme for the year with a powerful production of Salome, with a libretto by Richard Strauss based on Hedwig Lachmann's German translation of Oscar Wilde's play. Richard Strauss, of course, also wrote the score of the opera
by Barry Lenny - August 27, 2013
State Opera of South Australia started their main stage programme for the year with a powerful production of Salome, with a libretto by Richard Strauss based on Hedwig Lachmann's German translation of Oscar Wilde's play. Richard Strauss, of course, also wrote the score of the opera
Placido Domingo's Verdi's Baritone Arias Recording Out Today
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
Since the beginning of Placido Domingo's career, which now spans 52 years, Giuseppe Verdi has been one of the most important composers for him. Following countless performances as a tenor, Domingo has now recorded an album of Verdi's baritone arias. Available today, August 27(th), the new recording entitled Verdiincludes arias from Macbeth, Rigoletto, Un Ballo in Maschera, La Traviata, Simon Boccanegra, Ernani, Il Trovatore, Don Carlo and La Forza del Destino.
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2013
Since the beginning of Placido Domingo's career, which now spans 52 years, Giuseppe Verdi has been one of the most important composers for him. Following countless performances as a tenor, Domingo has now recorded an album of Verdi's baritone arias. Available today, August 27(th), the new recording entitled Verdiincludes arias from Macbeth, Rigoletto, Un Ballo in Maschera, La Traviata, Simon Boccanegra, Ernani, Il Trovatore, Don Carlo and La Forza del Destino.
Renee Fleming to Perform Opera Arias and Broadway Hits with Houston Symphony, 9/7
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
On September 7, the Houston Symphony will kick off its 100th Season with three-time Grammy award winner and vocal superstar, Renee Fleming.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
On September 7, the Houston Symphony will kick off its 100th Season with three-time Grammy award winner and vocal superstar, Renee Fleming.
Dolora Zajick Withdraws from DOLORES CLAIBORNE Opera
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
San Francisco Opera has just announced that Mezzo-Soprano Dolora Zajick has withdrawn from her performances in the World Premiere 'Dolores Claiborne', which is to premiere September 18-October 4, 2013. She has been replaced by Patricia Racette for the first four performances, then the final two by Miss Catherine Cook.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
San Francisco Opera has just announced that Mezzo-Soprano Dolora Zajick has withdrawn from her performances in the World Premiere 'Dolores Claiborne', which is to premiere September 18-October 4, 2013. She has been replaced by Patricia Racette for the first four performances, then the final two by Miss Catherine Cook.
Gotham Chamber Opera to Stage BADEN-BADEN 1927, 10/23-29
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Gotham Chamber Opera presents the U.S. Stage Premiere of Baden-Baden 1927: a staged evening of four one-act operas that appeared together at the Baden-Baden Festival in 1927, from October 23-29, 2013 at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Gotham Chamber Opera presents the U.S. Stage Premiere of Baden-Baden 1927: a staged evening of four one-act operas that appeared together at the Baden-Baden Festival in 1927, from October 23-29, 2013 at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater.
CARRIE, L'ETOILE and More Set for CCM's 2013-14 Studio Series
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) has announced details for its 2013-14 Studio Series of opera, musical theatre, drama and dance productions.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) has announced details for its 2013-14 Studio Series of opera, musical theatre, drama and dance productions.
Opera Philadelphia Presents HD Broadcast of NABUCCO, 9/28; Free Tickets Available 8/28
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Tickets for Opera on the Mall broadcast of Verdi's NABUCCO available starting Wednesday, Aug. 28
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Tickets for Opera on the Mall broadcast of Verdi's NABUCCO available starting Wednesday, Aug. 28
Chicago Opera Theater Offers VIEWPOINTS Events for JOAN OF ARC Premiere
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Chicago Opera Theater (COT) offers more opportunities to look inside its operas through its new initiative, “Viewpoints.” These collaborations with Chicago cultural institutions draw audiences even further into the passionate world of COT's 2013 Season, “Power of Love – Love of Power,” and offer new insight and perspective on the artistry and vision of upcoming productions.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Chicago Opera Theater (COT) offers more opportunities to look inside its operas through its new initiative, “Viewpoints.” These collaborations with Chicago cultural institutions draw audiences even further into the passionate world of COT's 2013 Season, “Power of Love – Love of Power,” and offer new insight and perspective on the artistry and vision of upcoming productions.
Naxos Releases THE KING AND THE FARMER
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
August 2013 sees the release of a world premiere recording of Pierre-Alexandre Monsigny's The King and the Farmer, an 18th-century opéra-comique which foreshadows many aspects of romanticism and made Monsigny famous in France and beyond.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
August 2013 sees the release of a world premiere recording of Pierre-Alexandre Monsigny's The King and the Farmer, an 18th-century opéra-comique which foreshadows many aspects of romanticism and made Monsigny famous in France and beyond.
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