BWW Seeks Editors Specializing in Opera
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2012
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in the area of Opera.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2012
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in the area of Opera.
Tenor Francisco Casanova Heralds Start of Verdi Bicentennial Today, 10/7
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2012
Today, October 7, 2012 at 2:45 in the afternoon at Christ and St. Stephen's Church (NY, NY), VeraMusica, Ltd. will present Tutto Verdi, great ensemble scenes of the celebrated Italian composer and father of modern Italian opera.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2012
Today, October 7, 2012 at 2:45 in the afternoon at Christ and St. Stephen's Church (NY, NY), VeraMusica, Ltd. will present Tutto Verdi, great ensemble scenes of the celebrated Italian composer and father of modern Italian opera.
Amore Opera Presents OLIVO E PASQUALE and DON PASQUALE Double Bill, 10/19-11/4
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2012
This Fall, Amore Opera presents the unprecedented double bill of Don Pasquale and the American premiere of Olivo e Pasquale, presented as The Pasquale Saga. Though both comedies are composed by Gaetano Donizetti and with title characters of the same name, these two operas were originally unrelated. However, as presented and conceived by Amore Opera's Artistic Director, Nathan Hull, the two plots are interwoven, such that "Olivo e Pasquale" is presented as a prequel to the more familiar opera, and the two Pasquale characters are now one and the same. The action of the two comic operas has been set in early 1800's Sicily, and Don Pasquale has been merrily re-imagined as a crime boss.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2012
This Fall, Amore Opera presents the unprecedented double bill of Don Pasquale and the American premiere of Olivo e Pasquale, presented as The Pasquale Saga. Though both comedies are composed by Gaetano Donizetti and with title characters of the same name, these two operas were originally unrelated. However, as presented and conceived by Amore Opera's Artistic Director, Nathan Hull, the two plots are interwoven, such that "Olivo e Pasquale" is presented as a prequel to the more familiar opera, and the two Pasquale characters are now one and the same. The action of the two comic operas has been set in early 1800's Sicily, and Don Pasquale has been merrily re-imagined as a crime boss.
Opera Company of Middlebury Brings MADAMA BUTTERFLY to Town Hall Theater, 10/5 & 7
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2012
It is the most produced opera in North America - and with good reason. The heartbreaking story and the sumptuous music make Madama Butterfly one of the most beloved operas of all time. The Opera Company of Middlebury will bring Puccini's classic to Middlebury in a semi-staged concert version at Town Hall Theater tonight, October 5 and tomorrow night, October 7.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2012
It is the most produced opera in North America - and with good reason. The heartbreaking story and the sumptuous music make Madama Butterfly one of the most beloved operas of all time. The Opera Company of Middlebury will bring Puccini's classic to Middlebury in a semi-staged concert version at Town Hall Theater tonight, October 5 and tomorrow night, October 7.
Opera Exposures Presents Free Recital 'ROME' at St. Marks Church, 10/28
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2012
Opera Exposures, the not-for-profit organization dedicated to presenting concerts and recitals featuring seasoned professional musicians and young operatic artists in accessible venues at affordable prices, will celebrate National Opera Week by presenting a FREE recital on Sunday, October 28, at 3 PM at St. Marks Church, 131 East 10th Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2012
Opera Exposures, the not-for-profit organization dedicated to presenting concerts and recitals featuring seasoned professional musicians and young operatic artists in accessible venues at affordable prices, will celebrate National Opera Week by presenting a FREE recital on Sunday, October 28, at 3 PM at St. Marks Church, 131 East 10th Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan.
Mark S. Doss to Lead Teatro Regio di Torino's CARMEN
by Kelsey Denette - October 02, 2012
International opera star and Grammy Award winner Mark S. Doss proudly announces his return to the Teatro Regio di Torino to perform lead roles in the upcoming globally celebrated productions of The Flying Dutchmanand Carmen. Mr. Doss will take to the stage as the Dutchman in The Flying Dutchman - a first in his career - on October 12, 14, 16, 19 and 21, 2012, and as Escamillo in Carmen, one of his most acclaimed signature roles, on November 13, 15, 18, 21, 23 and 25, 2012.
by Kelsey Denette - October 02, 2012
International opera star and Grammy Award winner Mark S. Doss proudly announces his return to the Teatro Regio di Torino to perform lead roles in the upcoming globally celebrated productions of The Flying Dutchmanand Carmen. Mr. Doss will take to the stage as the Dutchman in The Flying Dutchman - a first in his career - on October 12, 14, 16, 19 and 21, 2012, and as Escamillo in Carmen, one of his most acclaimed signature roles, on November 13, 15, 18, 21, 23 and 25, 2012.
OperaUpClose & Malmö Opera Present TOSCA, Now thru Nov 10
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2012
Olivier Award-winning OperaUpClose in association with Malmö Opera will premiere a new production of Puccini's Tosca, directed by Adam Spreadbury-Maher from tonight, October 2.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2012
Olivier Award-winning OperaUpClose in association with Malmö Opera will premiere a new production of Puccini's Tosca, directed by Adam Spreadbury-Maher from tonight, October 2.
David T. Little's DOG DAYS OPERA Premieres at Alexander Kasser Theater Now thru 10/7
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2012
Tonight, September 29, David T. Little's long-awaited debut full-length opera, Dog Days, created in collaboration with librettist Royce Vavrek, and based on the eponymous short story by Judy Budnitz (1998), receives its world premiere, opening a run of five performances: Sep. 29, Oct. 6 at 8:00 PM; Sep. 30, Oct. 7 at 3:00 PM; Oct. 5 at 7:30 PM. The fully-staged production, directed by Robert Woodruff, premieres at Montclair State University's Alexander Kasser Theater in Montclair, NJ.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2012
Tonight, September 29, David T. Little's long-awaited debut full-length opera, Dog Days, created in collaboration with librettist Royce Vavrek, and based on the eponymous short story by Judy Budnitz (1998), receives its world premiere, opening a run of five performances: Sep. 29, Oct. 6 at 8:00 PM; Sep. 30, Oct. 7 at 3:00 PM; Oct. 5 at 7:30 PM. The fully-staged production, directed by Robert Woodruff, premieres at Montclair State University's Alexander Kasser Theater in Montclair, NJ.
Austin Lyric Opera and Butler Opera Center Team for THE PAGLIACCI PROJECT, Beg. Tonight, 9/29
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2012
The Pagliacci Project is an exciting new collaboration between Austin Lyric Opera (ALO) and the Butler Opera Center at the University of Texas (BOC). This partnership will culminate in numerous live performances of Act II from Leoncavallo's renowned opera, Pagliacci, in public venues in and around Austin, reaching audiences and communities new to opera. Performed in English, with updated sets and costumes, The Pagliacci Project will take place in a variety of highly-visible locations, such as outdoor street festivals, shopping malls, and clubs. Performances are free to the general public.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2012
The Pagliacci Project is an exciting new collaboration between Austin Lyric Opera (ALO) and the Butler Opera Center at the University of Texas (BOC). This partnership will culminate in numerous live performances of Act II from Leoncavallo's renowned opera, Pagliacci, in public venues in and around Austin, reaching audiences and communities new to opera. Performed in English, with updated sets and costumes, The Pagliacci Project will take place in a variety of highly-visible locations, such as outdoor street festivals, shopping malls, and clubs. Performances are free to the general public.
DOG DAYS Debuts at Peak Performances’ Alexander Kasser Theater, Now thru 10/7
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2012
After three years in the making, David T. Little's "Dog Days" will receive its world premiere at Peak Performances' Alexander Kasser Theater, tonight, September 29-October 7.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2012
After three years in the making, David T. Little's "Dog Days" will receive its world premiere at Peak Performances' Alexander Kasser Theater, tonight, September 29-October 7.
COC Opens IL TROVATORE Tonight, 9/29
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2012
The Canadian Opera Company's 2012/2013 season opens with the quintessential Italian opera, Giuseppe Verdi's Il Trovatore, featuring internationally renowned Mexican tenor Ramon Vargas and acclaimed Canadian baritone Russell Braun in role debut performances.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2012
The Canadian Opera Company's 2012/2013 season opens with the quintessential Italian opera, Giuseppe Verdi's Il Trovatore, featuring internationally renowned Mexican tenor Ramon Vargas and acclaimed Canadian baritone Russell Braun in role debut performances.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory
by Kelsey Denette - September 28, 2012
Guanqun Yu will make her Met debut as Leonora in Verdi's Il Trovatore on September 29 matinee, replacing Carmen Giannattasio who is ill. Yu was already scheduled to sing Leonora on October 17, 20, and 25; Giannattasio is still scheduled to sing the role on October 4, 8, and 12.
by Kelsey Denette - September 28, 2012
Guanqun Yu will make her Met debut as Leonora in Verdi's Il Trovatore on September 29 matinee, replacing Carmen Giannattasio who is ill. Yu was already scheduled to sing Leonora on October 17, 20, and 25; Giannattasio is still scheduled to sing the role on October 4, 8, and 12.
Anita Rachvelishvili Returns to the Met as CARMEN in Richard Eyre's Production Tonight, 9/28
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2012
Georgian mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili, who made an acclaimed Met debut as the title character of Bizet's Carmen in 2010, will reprise the role for 14 performances this season, beginning tonight, September 28. Young Italian conductor Michele Mariotti will make his Met debut leading Richard Eyre's critically acclaimed production of the repertory classic.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2012
Georgian mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili, who made an acclaimed Met debut as the title character of Bizet's Carmen in 2010, will reprise the role for 14 performances this season, beginning tonight, September 28. Young Italian conductor Michele Mariotti will make his Met debut leading Richard Eyre's critically acclaimed production of the repertory classic.
The Metropolitan Opera’s 2012-13 Season Opens Tonight, 9/24
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2012
The Metropolitan Opera will open its 2012-13 season tonight, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. with a new production of Donizetti's delightful comic gem L'Elisir d'Amore, starring Russian diva Anna Netrebko-in her second consecutive Met opening night-as the irresistible heroine Adina. Matthew Polenzani sings the role of the lovelorn peasant Nemorino, Mariusz Kwiecien sings Sergeant Belcore, his romantic rival, and Ambrogio Maestri is the potion-peddling Doctor Dulcamara in Bartlett Sher's new staging of the classic love story, which will be conducted by Maurizio Benini. The principal singers and conductor will return to reprise the opera this January and February, with Netrebko's offstage partner Erwin Schrott replacing Maestri in the role of Dulcamara.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2012
The Metropolitan Opera will open its 2012-13 season tonight, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. with a new production of Donizetti's delightful comic gem L'Elisir d'Amore, starring Russian diva Anna Netrebko-in her second consecutive Met opening night-as the irresistible heroine Adina. Matthew Polenzani sings the role of the lovelorn peasant Nemorino, Mariusz Kwiecien sings Sergeant Belcore, his romantic rival, and Ambrogio Maestri is the potion-peddling Doctor Dulcamara in Bartlett Sher's new staging of the classic love story, which will be conducted by Maurizio Benini. The principal singers and conductor will return to reprise the opera this January and February, with Netrebko's offstage partner Erwin Schrott replacing Maestri in the role of Dulcamara.
MOVE TO MOVE Kicks Off Emerging Pictures' OPERA AND BALLET IN CINEMA Fall-Winter 2012 Season
by Movies News Desk - September 23, 2012
Emerging Pictures, North America's largest supplier of alternative content for movie theaters, today announced the launch of its Fall-Winter 2012 season of Opera in Cinema and Ballet in Cinema HD presentations that will be shown on screens in nearly 400 multiplexes, art houses, museums and performing arts centers throughout the U.S. and Canada.
by Movies News Desk - September 23, 2012
Emerging Pictures, North America's largest supplier of alternative content for movie theaters, today announced the launch of its Fall-Winter 2012 season of Opera in Cinema and Ballet in Cinema HD presentations that will be shown on screens in nearly 400 multiplexes, art houses, museums and performing arts centers throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Washington National Opera Welcomes Nathan Gunn in Concert Today, 9/23
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2012
Washington National Opera (WNO) presents American baritone Nathan Gunn in concert as part of its Celebrity Series today, September 23 at 4 p.m. in the Kennedy Center Opera House. Accompanied by the WNO Orchestra under the baton of Tony Award winner Ted Sperling, Gunn will perform selections from operas by Mozart, Rossini, and Bizet, plus songs by Sondheim and other Broadway composers. American tenor William Burden will join him for a few duets. All three artists will make their WNO debuts with this performance.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2012
Washington National Opera (WNO) presents American baritone Nathan Gunn in concert as part of its Celebrity Series today, September 23 at 4 p.m. in the Kennedy Center Opera House. Accompanied by the WNO Orchestra under the baton of Tony Award winner Ted Sperling, Gunn will perform selections from operas by Mozart, Rossini, and Bizet, plus songs by Sondheim and other Broadway composers. American tenor William Burden will join him for a few duets. All three artists will make their WNO debuts with this performance.
Tenor Francisco Casanova to Herald Start of Verdi Bicentennial, 10/7
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2012
On October 7, 2012 at 2:45 in the afternoon at Christ and St. Stephen's Church (NY, NY), VeraMusica, Ltd. will present Tutto Verdi, great ensemble scenes of the celebrated Italian composer and father of modern Italian opera.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2012
On October 7, 2012 at 2:45 in the afternoon at Christ and St. Stephen's Church (NY, NY), VeraMusica, Ltd. will present Tutto Verdi, great ensemble scenes of the celebrated Italian composer and father of modern Italian opera.
NBR New Zealand Opera Re-Stages Daniel Slater's THE BARTERED BRIDE, Sept 22 & Oct 13
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2012
The NBR New Zealand Opera's restaging of Daniel Slater's ground-breaking Opera North production of Smetana's The Bartered Bride, opening in Auckland tonight, 22 September and Wellington on 13 October, dispenses with the folkloric cliches normally associated with this opera in favour of an updated setting in the Czechoslovakia of 1972, four years after the Prague Spring.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2012
The NBR New Zealand Opera's restaging of Daniel Slater's ground-breaking Opera North production of Smetana's The Bartered Bride, opening in Auckland tonight, 22 September and Wellington on 13 October, dispenses with the folkloric cliches normally associated with this opera in favour of an updated setting in the Czechoslovakia of 1972, four years after the Prague Spring.
Austin Lyric Opera Adds Dates to THE PAGLIACCI PROJECT, 9/29 & 10/12
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2012
The Pagliacci Project, the dynamic new partnership between Austin Lyric Opera (ALO) and the Butler Opera Center at the University of Texas (BOC) aimed at making opera more accessible to the greater Austin community, has added more dates to the already exciting list of free performances. These unique locations include live music venues and shopping centers, places not traditionally thought of when it comes to enjoying opera.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2012
The Pagliacci Project, the dynamic new partnership between Austin Lyric Opera (ALO) and the Butler Opera Center at the University of Texas (BOC) aimed at making opera more accessible to the greater Austin community, has added more dates to the already exciting list of free performances. These unique locations include live music venues and shopping centers, places not traditionally thought of when it comes to enjoying opera.
Bass Ildar Abdrazakov Kicks Off 2012-13 Season with Mozart at the Met and Washington National Opera
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2012
Russian bass Ildar Abdrazakov [ahb-drah-ZAH-koff], fresh from his appearances with Italian maestro Riccardo Muti at the Salzburg Festival, commences a powerhouse 2012-13 season with two iconic Mozart roles. First, in September, the two-time Grammy Award-winner appears as the infamous anti-hero of Don Giovanni at the Washington National Opera; then, in October and November, he sings the title roles of Le nozze di Figaro and Don Giovanni at the Metropolitan Opera.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2012
Russian bass Ildar Abdrazakov [ahb-drah-ZAH-koff], fresh from his appearances with Italian maestro Riccardo Muti at the Salzburg Festival, commences a powerhouse 2012-13 season with two iconic Mozart roles. First, in September, the two-time Grammy Award-winner appears as the infamous anti-hero of Don Giovanni at the Washington National Opera; then, in October and November, he sings the title roles of Le nozze di Figaro and Don Giovanni at the Metropolitan Opera.
Ars Nova to Present NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, 10/1-11/10
by Tyler Peterson - September 18, 2012
Ars Nova is set to present their latest mainstage production, NATASHA, PIERRE, & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, from October 1 through November 10. Ticket prices for the performances between October 1st-6th are $10, October 9th-20th are $20, and the subsequent performances until closing are $30. Tickets for all performances may be purchased at www.arsnovanyc.com.
by Tyler Peterson - September 18, 2012
Ars Nova is set to present their latest mainstage production, NATASHA, PIERRE, & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, from October 1 through November 10. Ticket prices for the performances between October 1st-6th are $10, October 9th-20th are $20, and the subsequent performances until closing are $30. Tickets for all performances may be purchased at www.arsnovanyc.com.
Atlanta Opera to Open 2012-13 Season with Bizet's CARMEN, 11/10
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2012
On November 10 at 8:00 p.m., The Atlanta Opera opens its 2012-13 season at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre with Bizet's Carmen.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2012
On November 10 at 8:00 p.m., The Atlanta Opera opens its 2012-13 season at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre with Bizet's Carmen.
Emily Stokes and Michael Padgett Perform at Mario Lanza Society of New York Gala Today, 9/15
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2012
The Mario Lanza Society of New York will hold another of its gala luncheons saluting the late tenor today, September 15, 2012 at 1 P.M. at Patsy's Restaurant (236 West 56th Street). Among those paying tribute to Lanza's career will be legendary soprano Elaine Malbin and featured performers soprano Emily Stokes, tenor Michael Padgett, and accompanist David Schaefer. The musical program will also include recorded selections from the illustrious careers of Mr. Lanza and Ms. Malbin.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2012
The Mario Lanza Society of New York will hold another of its gala luncheons saluting the late tenor today, September 15, 2012 at 1 P.M. at Patsy's Restaurant (236 West 56th Street). Among those paying tribute to Lanza's career will be legendary soprano Elaine Malbin and featured performers soprano Emily Stokes, tenor Michael Padgett, and accompanist David Schaefer. The musical program will also include recorded selections from the illustrious careers of Mr. Lanza and Ms. Malbin.
Washington National Opera Presents ANNA BOLENA, Now thru 10/6
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2012
Washington National Opera (WNO) opens its 2012-2013 season with Gaetano Donizetti's Anna Bolena, tonight, September 15 to October 6 in the Kennedy Center Opera House. Celebrated American soprano Sondra Radvanovsky returns to WNO to make her role debut as Anne Boleyn. This striking production, new to Washington, is directed by Stephen Lawless, and the WNO Orchestra will be led by Italian conductor Antonello Allemandi in his WNO debut.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2012
Washington National Opera (WNO) opens its 2012-2013 season with Gaetano Donizetti's Anna Bolena, tonight, September 15 to October 6 in the Kennedy Center Opera House. Celebrated American soprano Sondra Radvanovsky returns to WNO to make her role debut as Anne Boleyn. This striking production, new to Washington, is directed by Stephen Lawless, and the WNO Orchestra will be led by Italian conductor Antonello Allemandi in his WNO debut.
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