Photo Flash: First Look at Glimmerglass Festival's KING FOR A DAY
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
In celebration of Romantic composer Giuseppe Verdi's bicentenary, The Glimmerglass Festival premiered a bold new production of the composer's rarely seen comedy King for a Day (Un giorno di regno) on Sunday. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
In celebration of Romantic composer Giuseppe Verdi's bicentenary, The Glimmerglass Festival premiered a bold new production of the composer's rarely seen comedy King for a Day (Un giorno di regno) on Sunday. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Danny Burstein to Make Met Opera Debut in DIE FLEDERMAUS, Jan 2014
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
Broadway actor Danny Burstein will make his Metropolitan Opera debut in the non-singing role of Frosch in this season's performances of Die Fledermaus. The new production of Johann Strauss II's operetta, conducted by Adam Fischer and directed by Jeremy Sams in his Met directorial debut, features new English-language lyrics by Sams and dialogue by acclaimed Broadway playwright Douglas Carter Beane.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
Broadway actor Danny Burstein will make his Metropolitan Opera debut in the non-singing role of Frosch in this season's performances of Die Fledermaus. The new production of Johann Strauss II's operetta, conducted by Adam Fischer and directed by Jeremy Sams in his Met directorial debut, features new English-language lyrics by Sams and dialogue by acclaimed Broadway playwright Douglas Carter Beane.
OperaDelaware Announces 2013-2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
A baritone who sang with New York's Metropolitan Opera. An amazing soprano who wowed audiences with The Boston Symphony. A tenor who has been described as a 'rising star' whose performances are 'laser focused.' Add astounding costumes and sets from the renowned Sarasota Opera, and casts that feature great local, regional, national and international talent, and you have a glimpse of OperaDelaware's 2013-2014 season.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
A baritone who sang with New York's Metropolitan Opera. An amazing soprano who wowed audiences with The Boston Symphony. A tenor who has been described as a 'rising star' whose performances are 'laser focused.' Add astounding costumes and sets from the renowned Sarasota Opera, and casts that feature great local, regional, national and international talent, and you have a glimpse of OperaDelaware's 2013-2014 season.
Baritone John Brancy and Pianist Mario Antonio Marra Win Marilyn Horne Song Competition
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
Baritone John Brancy and pianist Mario Antonio Marra have been named winners of the 2013 Music Academy of the West Marilyn Horne Song Competition, which took place July 20 at the Music Academy's Hahn Hall. Messrs. Brancy and Marra will each receive a cash award of $2,500, and will be presented in recital next year at Hahn Hall, Santa Monica's Broad Stage, and the National Opera Center in New York City. Tenor Andrew Haji was the recipient of an Encouragement Award. Biographies appear below.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
Baritone John Brancy and pianist Mario Antonio Marra have been named winners of the 2013 Music Academy of the West Marilyn Horne Song Competition, which took place July 20 at the Music Academy's Hahn Hall. Messrs. Brancy and Marra will each receive a cash award of $2,500, and will be presented in recital next year at Hahn Hall, Santa Monica's Broad Stage, and the National Opera Center in New York City. Tenor Andrew Haji was the recipient of an Encouragement Award. Biographies appear below.
Susan Graham Wins 'Maria Callas Debut Artist of the Year' Award
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
The Dallas Opera is tremendously proud to announce the result of this year's balloting for the 2013 “Maria Callas Debut Artist of the Year” Award: American mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, who made an unforgettable Dallas Opera stage debut in the Winspear just a few short weeks ago.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
The Dallas Opera is tremendously proud to announce the result of this year's balloting for the 2013 “Maria Callas Debut Artist of the Year” Award: American mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, who made an unforgettable Dallas Opera stage debut in the Winspear just a few short weeks ago.
Opera Theatre Announces 2013 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
Opera Theatre of the Rockies is excited to announce the upcoming 2013 Vocal Arts Festival featuring the production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's beloved The Sound of Music. Following a three-year absence, the Festival returns to Colorado Springs with a variety of concerts and events for audiences of all ages! Participants will be featured in three exciting concert programs: Vocal Arts Idol (July 16, 7 pm), Let's Make a Scene (July 21, 3 pm) and finally in three performances of our summer blockbuster – Rodgers & Hammerstein's The Sound of Music (August 2 & 3, 7 pm and August 4, 3pm). The summer season then wraps up on August 7 at 6:30 pm with POPERA in the Quad - the Third Annual Free For All concert celebrating the legacies of Charles Ansbacher & Bee Vradenburg. (Ticket prices and details for all events are below.)
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
Opera Theatre of the Rockies is excited to announce the upcoming 2013 Vocal Arts Festival featuring the production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's beloved The Sound of Music. Following a three-year absence, the Festival returns to Colorado Springs with a variety of concerts and events for audiences of all ages! Participants will be featured in three exciting concert programs: Vocal Arts Idol (July 16, 7 pm), Let's Make a Scene (July 21, 3 pm) and finally in three performances of our summer blockbuster – Rodgers & Hammerstein's The Sound of Music (August 2 & 3, 7 pm and August 4, 3pm). The summer season then wraps up on August 7 at 6:30 pm with POPERA in the Quad - the Third Annual Free For All concert celebrating the legacies of Charles Ansbacher & Bee Vradenburg. (Ticket prices and details for all events are below.)
Opera Tampa Announces the 2014 Florida Opera Festival Featuring Bizet, Mozart and More!
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 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 - July 23, 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.
Photo Flash: First Look at Jonas Kaufmann and More in Wagner's PARSIFAL
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
Star tenor Jonas Kaufmann sings the title role in a new production of Wagner's final masterpiece Parsifal, staged by acclaimed French Canadian director François Girard in his Met debut, on Great Performances at the Met Sunday, July 28 at 12 noon on PBS (check local listings). (In New York, THIRTEEN will air the opera in two parts: Friday, August 16 at 9 p.m. and Friday, August 23 at 9 p.m.). We have a first look below!
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
Star tenor Jonas Kaufmann sings the title role in a new production of Wagner's final masterpiece Parsifal, staged by acclaimed French Canadian director François Girard in his Met debut, on Great Performances at the Met Sunday, July 28 at 12 noon on PBS (check local listings). (In New York, THIRTEEN will air the opera in two parts: Friday, August 16 at 9 p.m. and Friday, August 23 at 9 p.m.). We have a first look below!
VIDEO: First Look - PARSIFAL on Thirteen's 'Great Performances'
by Caryn Robbins - July 23, 2013
Star tenor Jonas Kaufmann sings the title role in a new production of Wagner's final masterpiece Parsifal on Great Performances at the MetSunday, July 28 at 12 noon on PBS
by Caryn Robbins - July 23, 2013
Star tenor Jonas Kaufmann sings the title role in a new production of Wagner's final masterpiece Parsifal on Great Performances at the MetSunday, July 28 at 12 noon on PBS
The Slide Brothers, MYSO, Red Baraat and More Set for Marcus Center's 2013 Live @ Peck Pavilion Series, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts announces the 2013 season line up for the Live @ Peck Pavilion series in Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion that will kick off this July. This series, which started last summer, will feature types of performances the Center typically presents inside the building on its newly updated grounds. This is a way for the Marcus Center to invite the public to sample the arts in a marvelous setting for a nominal cost.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2013
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts announces the 2013 season line up for the Live @ Peck Pavilion series in Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion that will kick off this July. This series, which started last summer, will feature types of performances the Center typically presents inside the building on its newly updated grounds. This is a way for the Marcus Center to invite the public to sample the arts in a marvelous setting for a nominal cost.
Center for Contemporary Opera to Open Line Tjornhoj's ORATION World Premiere, 7/26
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
The Center for Contemporary Opera (CCO), founded in 1982 and recognized as a leading proponent of new opera, will present the World Premiere of 'Oration' by Danish composer Ms. Line Tjørnhøj, July 26 & 27, 8 PM at the Cell Theatre, 338 West 23 Street. Music Director for 'Oration' is Lidiya Yankovskaya; Stage Director is Jeremy Bloom.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
The Center for Contemporary Opera (CCO), founded in 1982 and recognized as a leading proponent of new opera, will present the World Premiere of 'Oration' by Danish composer Ms. Line Tjørnhøj, July 26 & 27, 8 PM at the Cell Theatre, 338 West 23 Street. Music Director for 'Oration' is Lidiya Yankovskaya; Stage Director is Jeremy Bloom.
L.A. Dance Project's INVISIBLE CITIES Set for Union Station, 10/19
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
The Industry, LA's home for new and experimental opera, in partnership with the L.A. Dance Project and powered by Sennheiser, has announced Invisible Cities, an innovative production representing a thrilling new collaboration of art and technology that has never before been done.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
The Industry, LA's home for new and experimental opera, in partnership with the L.A. Dance Project and powered by Sennheiser, has announced Invisible Cities, an innovative production representing a thrilling new collaboration of art and technology that has never before been done.
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Announces Conductor Changes for 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Artistic Director Ward Holmquist today announced a change in two conductors for two productions of the 2013-14 season. The September 21-29 production of Bellini's The Capulets and the Montagues will now be conducted by Lyric Opera of Kansas City Artistic Director Ward Holmquist. Maestro Leonardo Vordoni will make his company debut leading a production in the 2014-15 season to be announced at a later date. The November 9-17 production of Mozart's The Magic Flute will now be conducted by Gary Thor Wedow. Ward Holmquist had been scheduled to conduct that production.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Artistic Director Ward Holmquist today announced a change in two conductors for two productions of the 2013-14 season. The September 21-29 production of Bellini's The Capulets and the Montagues will now be conducted by Lyric Opera of Kansas City Artistic Director Ward Holmquist. Maestro Leonardo Vordoni will make his company debut leading a production in the 2014-15 season to be announced at a later date. The November 9-17 production of Mozart's The Magic Flute will now be conducted by Gary Thor Wedow. Ward Holmquist had been scheduled to conduct that production.
STAGE TUBE: Licia Albanese Celebrates 100th Birthday
by Nicole Rosky - July 22, 2013
Licia Albanese is an Italian-born American operatic soprano. Noted especially for her portrayals of the lyric heroines of Verdi and Puccini, Albanese was a leading artist with the Metropolitan Opera of New York from 1940 to 1966. She also made many recordings and is chairman of The Licia Albanese-Puccini Foundation which is dedicated to assisting young artists and singers. She celebrates her 100th birthday today and you can join in the celebration with the video below!
by Nicole Rosky - July 22, 2013
Licia Albanese is an Italian-born American operatic soprano. Noted especially for her portrayals of the lyric heroines of Verdi and Puccini, Albanese was a leading artist with the Metropolitan Opera of New York from 1940 to 1966. She also made many recordings and is chairman of The Licia Albanese-Puccini Foundation which is dedicated to assisting young artists and singers. She celebrates her 100th birthday today and you can join in the celebration with the video below!
Photo Flash: Glimmerglass Festival's STABAT MATER & THE LITTLE MATCH GIRL PASSION, Thru 8/22
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2013
The Glimmerglass Festival's theater was filled Saturday night with the light sound of dancers' footsteps, the melodic voices of children and the practiced tones of adult soloists, at the premiere of Passions. This double bill is comprised of late period baroque composer Pergolesi's Stabat Mater and the Pulitzer Prize-winning the little match girl passion by David Lang. Check out a first look at the productions below!
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2013
The Glimmerglass Festival's theater was filled Saturday night with the light sound of dancers' footsteps, the melodic voices of children and the practiced tones of adult soloists, at the premiere of Passions. This double bill is comprised of late period baroque composer Pergolesi's Stabat Mater and the Pulitzer Prize-winning the little match girl passion by David Lang. Check out a first look at the productions below!
Opera Exposures to Kick Off 2013 Season with VERDI AND VISIONS OF THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK, 7/21
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2013
Opera Exposures, the not-for-profit organization created in 2004 that is dedicated to presenting concerts and recitals featuring seasoned professional musicians and young operatic artists in accessible venues at affordable prices will begin its 2013 season on Sunday, July 21 at 3 PM with a recital titled Verdi and Visions of IThe American Songbook at the Unitarian Church of Staten Island, 312 Fillmore Street in New Brighton.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2013
Opera Exposures, the not-for-profit organization created in 2004 that is dedicated to presenting concerts and recitals featuring seasoned professional musicians and young operatic artists in accessible venues at affordable prices will begin its 2013 season on Sunday, July 21 at 3 PM with a recital titled Verdi and Visions of IThe American Songbook at the Unitarian Church of Staten Island, 312 Fillmore Street in New Brighton.
NJ Native and American Tenor James Valenti Stars in DON CARLOS at the Caramoor Festival Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2013
American tenor, James Valenti will be making his theatrical debut as Don Carlos in 'Don Carlos' at the Caramoor Festival at the Venetian Theater tonight, July 20, 2013, located at 149 Girdle Ridge Rd - Bedford, NY.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2013
American tenor, James Valenti will be making his theatrical debut as Don Carlos in 'Don Carlos' at the Caramoor Festival at the Venetian Theater tonight, July 20, 2013, located at 149 Girdle Ridge Rd - Bedford, NY.
Music Academy of the West to Present Mozart's THE MAGIC FLUTE, Begin. 8/2
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2013
The Music Academy of the West will present a fully staged production of Mozart's timeless operatic masterpiece The Magic Flute - Santa Barbara's first in 15 years - at the Granada Theatre on Friday, August 2, and Sunday, August 4. Performances will take place at 7:30 pm on August 2 and at 2:30 pm on August 4. Tickets start at $15.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2013
The Music Academy of the West will present a fully staged production of Mozart's timeless operatic masterpiece The Magic Flute - Santa Barbara's first in 15 years - at the Granada Theatre on Friday, August 2, and Sunday, August 4. Performances will take place at 7:30 pm on August 2 and at 2:30 pm on August 4. Tickets start at $15.
The Met Summer HD Festival Returns with Live Screenings, 8/24
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2013
The Met's Summer HD Festival returns for its fifth year on August 24, with ten free outdoor screenings of popular performances from the Met's award-winning Live in HD series. The festival, which more than 40,000 people attended last year, kicks off with a screening of the Met's acclaimed production of Verdi's La Traviata starring Natalie Dessay, Matthew Polenzani, andDmitri Hvorostovsky. Three new productions from the Met's 2012-13 season will be screened in this year's festival: Donizetti's Maria Stuarda starring Joyce DiDonato in the title role, Verdi's Un Ballo in Maschera with Sondra Radvanovsky, Marcelo Álvarez, and Hvorostovsky, and Thomas Adès's The Tempest starring Simon Keenlyside. The festival will also feature a variety of operas from past Live in HD seasons, including Massenet's Manon starring Anna Netrebko, Verdi'sOtello with Johan Botha and Renée Fleming, and the Met's popular production of Verdi's Aida, which will close out the festival on Labor Day.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2013
The Met's Summer HD Festival returns for its fifth year on August 24, with ten free outdoor screenings of popular performances from the Met's award-winning Live in HD series. The festival, which more than 40,000 people attended last year, kicks off with a screening of the Met's acclaimed production of Verdi's La Traviata starring Natalie Dessay, Matthew Polenzani, andDmitri Hvorostovsky. Three new productions from the Met's 2012-13 season will be screened in this year's festival: Donizetti's Maria Stuarda starring Joyce DiDonato in the title role, Verdi's Un Ballo in Maschera with Sondra Radvanovsky, Marcelo Álvarez, and Hvorostovsky, and Thomas Adès's The Tempest starring Simon Keenlyside. The festival will also feature a variety of operas from past Live in HD seasons, including Massenet's Manon starring Anna Netrebko, Verdi'sOtello with Johan Botha and Renée Fleming, and the Met's popular production of Verdi's Aida, which will close out the festival on Labor Day.
The Met Announces Free Summer HD Festival Lineup: THE TEMPEST, AIDA & More!
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2013
The Met's Summer HD Festival returns for its fifth year on August 24, with ten free outdoor screenings of popular performances from the Met's award-winning Live in HD series. The festival, which more than 40,000 people attended last year, kicks off with a screening of the Met's acclaimed production of Verdi's La Traviata starring Natalie Dessay, Matthew Polenzani, and Dmitri Hvorostovsky.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2013
The Met's Summer HD Festival returns for its fifth year on August 24, with ten free outdoor screenings of popular performances from the Met's award-winning Live in HD series. The festival, which more than 40,000 people attended last year, kicks off with a screening of the Met's acclaimed production of Verdi's La Traviata starring Natalie Dessay, Matthew Polenzani, and Dmitri Hvorostovsky.
BWW Reviews: Met Recital in Central Park is a Tour of the High Cs (and Higher)
by Richard Sasanow - July 18, 2013
When last heard on the stage of the Metropolitan Opera, mezzo Isabel Leonard and soprano Erin Morley were a couple of nuns on their way to the guillotine in LES DIALOGUES DES CARMELITES. This time around, the two women--along with tenor Stephen Costello--kicked off the Met's Summer Recital Series at SummerStage in Central Park, and it was the audience that lost its head.
by Richard Sasanow - July 18, 2013
When last heard on the stage of the Metropolitan Opera, mezzo Isabel Leonard and soprano Erin Morley were a couple of nuns on their way to the guillotine in LES DIALOGUES DES CARMELITES. This time around, the two women--along with tenor Stephen Costello--kicked off the Met's Summer Recital Series at SummerStage in Central Park, and it was the audience that lost its head.
Dallas Opera to Launch FIRST SIGHT Fashion Show and Luncheon, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
The Dallas Opera, inspired by the incredible success of FIRST NIGHT festivities that mark the opening of each new season, is delighted to introduce an extraordinary spin-off: The FIRST SIGHT Fashion Show and Luncheon featuring the work of five outstanding and internationally renowned Dallas-based designers with their breathtaking interpretations of the operas that will take centerstage next season in addition to sumptuous fashions by ESCADA, an international brand synonymous with the highest quality and luxury. This celebration of great opera and fabulous fashion will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2013 in the acclaimed Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, presented by J.P. Morgan.
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
The Dallas Opera, inspired by the incredible success of FIRST NIGHT festivities that mark the opening of each new season, is delighted to introduce an extraordinary spin-off: The FIRST SIGHT Fashion Show and Luncheon featuring the work of five outstanding and internationally renowned Dallas-based designers with their breathtaking interpretations of the operas that will take centerstage next season in addition to sumptuous fashions by ESCADA, an international brand synonymous with the highest quality and luxury. This celebration of great opera and fabulous fashion will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2013 in the acclaimed Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, presented by J.P. Morgan.
NJ Native and American Tenor James Valenti to Star in DON CARLOS at the Caramoor Festival, 7/20
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
American tenor, James Valenti will be making his theatrical debut as Don Carlos in 'Don Carlos' at the Caramoor Festival at the Venetian Theater on July 20, 2013, located at 149 Girdle Ridge Rd - Bedford, NY.
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
American tenor, James Valenti will be making his theatrical debut as Don Carlos in 'Don Carlos' at the Caramoor Festival at the Venetian Theater on July 20, 2013, located at 149 Girdle Ridge Rd - Bedford, NY.
VIDEO: Royal Opera House Presents Joyce DiDonato Masterclass
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
Royal Opera House presents mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato talking about the challenges of singing Rossini and what it takes to become an opera star with Suzy Klein. Check out the video below! www.roh.org.uk/insights
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
Royal Opera House presents mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato talking about the challenges of singing Rossini and what it takes to become an opera star with Suzy Klein. Check out the video below! www.roh.org.uk/insights
VIDEO: The Royal Opera Presents Ermonela Jaho on La Rondine
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
The Royal Opera House presents Albanian soprano, Ermonela Jaho, on playing the courtesan Magda in Puccini's La rondine. Check out the video below!
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2013
The Royal Opera House presents Albanian soprano, Ermonela Jaho, on playing the courtesan Magda in Puccini's La rondine. Check out the video below!
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