Juan Diego Flórez Leads Met Opera’s Le Comte Ory
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2011
Tenor superstar Juan Diego Florez, widely regarded as the world's greatest bel canto tenor performing today, tonight adds another new production at the Metropolitan Opera to his long list of accomplishments.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2011
Tenor superstar Juan Diego Florez, widely regarded as the world's greatest bel canto tenor performing today, tonight adds another new production at the Metropolitan Opera to his long list of accomplishments.
Joyce DiDonato Stars in New Met Production of Rossini’s Le Comte Ory
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2011
Gramophone's Artist of the Year Joyce DiDonato returns to the Metropolitan Opera to make her role debut as Isolier in Rossini's Le comte Ory, which opens tonight, Thursday, March 24. Directed by Bartlett Sher, this new production stars Diana Damrau as Countess Adele and Juan Diego Florez as the title character.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2011
Gramophone's Artist of the Year Joyce DiDonato returns to the Metropolitan Opera to make her role debut as Isolier in Rossini's Le comte Ory, which opens tonight, Thursday, March 24. Directed by Bartlett Sher, this new production stars Diana Damrau as Countess Adele and Juan Diego Florez as the title character.
American Stage And Opera Company Present JOHNNY SCHICCHI, 4/30-5/8
by James Miller - March 24, 2011
This spring, the St. Petersburg Opera Company and American Stage Theatre Company will co-produce Johnny Schicchi, an English-language version of Puccini's Gianni Schicchi. The show will run From April 30 to May 8.
by James Miller - March 24, 2011
This spring, the St. Petersburg Opera Company and American Stage Theatre Company will co-produce Johnny Schicchi, an English-language version of Puccini's Gianni Schicchi. The show will run From April 30 to May 8.
New York City Opera presents JOHN ZORN’S MASADA MARATHON
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2011
Written in a flash of creativity during three months at the end of 2004, the 316 compositions in John Zorn's Book of Angels contain some of his most lyrical and inspiring music.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2011
Written in a flash of creativity during three months at the end of 2004, the 316 compositions in John Zorn's Book of Angels contain some of his most lyrical and inspiring music.
Bartlett Sher Directs the Met Premiere of Rossini's Le Comte Ory 3/24
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2011
The Metropolitan Opera will present its first-ever performances of Rossini's final comic opera, Le Comte Ory, in a production by Bartlett Sher premiering March 24.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2011
The Metropolitan Opera will present its first-ever performances of Rossini's final comic opera, Le Comte Ory, in a production by Bartlett Sher premiering March 24.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory For Das Rheingold
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 21, 2011
On the advice of his doctors, James Levine will reduce his conducting dates at the Met for the rest of the current season while he continues to recover from recent procedures to alleviate back pain.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 21, 2011
On the advice of his doctors, James Levine will reduce his conducting dates at the Met for the rest of the current season while he continues to recover from recent procedures to alleviate back pain.
20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2011
New York City Opera General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel today announced the company's 2010-2011 season, which spotlights American composers and 20th-century works within a mix of world premieres, New York premieres and new productions. Offering audiences the opportunity to experience new and rarely performed operas as well as modern interpretations of traditional repertoire, the 2010-2011 season will also feature the launch of a concert series showcasing the non-operatic works of several of the composers of this season's operas. Taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the recent renovation of the company's home, the David H. Koch Theater, the concert series expands the repertoire and programming of City Opera and casts new light on the season's productions.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2011
New York City Opera General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel today announced the company's 2010-2011 season, which spotlights American composers and 20th-century works within a mix of world premieres, New York premieres and new productions. Offering audiences the opportunity to experience new and rarely performed operas as well as modern interpretations of traditional repertoire, the 2010-2011 season will also feature the launch of a concert series showcasing the non-operatic works of several of the composers of this season's operas. Taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the recent renovation of the company's home, the David H. Koch Theater, the concert series expands the repertoire and programming of City Opera and casts new light on the season's productions.
New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players Presents Trial by Jury And More 3/20
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2011
America's foremost Gilbert & Sullivan repertory ensemble, the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players (NYGASP) will continue its season with a special performance of Trial by Jury along with the musical revue G&S a la Carte on Sunday, March 20th (5PM) at Peter Norton Symphony Space (2535 Broadway at 95th Street).
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2011
America's foremost Gilbert & Sullivan repertory ensemble, the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players (NYGASP) will continue its season with a special performance of Trial by Jury along with the musical revue G&S a la Carte on Sunday, March 20th (5PM) at Peter Norton Symphony Space (2535 Broadway at 95th Street).
Center for Contemporary Opera Presents THE SECRET Agent 3/19
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse.
Natalie Dessay Returns To The Met In Lucia di Lammermoor 3/19
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2011
Natalie Dessay returns to the Metropolitan Opera in the title role of Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor. Lucia is one of Dessay's most acclaimed portrayals, first seen at the Met in the 2007 premiere of Mary Zimmerman's production.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2011
Natalie Dessay returns to the Metropolitan Opera in the title role of Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor. Lucia is one of Dessay's most acclaimed portrayals, first seen at the Met in the 2007 premiere of Mary Zimmerman's production.
James Levine To Conduct Alban Berg’s Wozzeck 4/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 18, 2011
Met Music Director James Levine will lead Alban Berg's Wozzeck in a four-performance revival opening April 6. American baritone Alan Held will sing the title role, a character besieged by the evils of society and eventually driven to murder.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 18, 2011
Met Music Director James Levine will lead Alban Berg's Wozzeck in a four-performance revival opening April 6. American baritone Alan Held will sing the title role, a character besieged by the evils of society and eventually driven to murder.
Center for Contemporary Opera Receives Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Grant 3/18-19
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse.
Center for Contemporary Opera Presents THE SECRET AGENT, 3/18
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse. The cast features Metropolitan Opera veteran Amy Burton as Winnie and Scott Bearden as Verloc. The performance will be led by director Sam Helfrich and Emmy-nominated conductor Sara Jobin.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse. The cast features Metropolitan Opera veteran Amy Burton as Winnie and Scott Bearden as Verloc. The performance will be led by director Sam Helfrich and Emmy-nominated conductor Sara Jobin.
Skylight Opera Theatre Presents Mozart's 'Cosi fan tutte' 3/18
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2011
Skylight Opera Theatre of Milwaukee, Wisconsin will open Mozart's Cosi fan tutte March 18, 2011.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2011
Skylight Opera Theatre of Milwaukee, Wisconsin will open Mozart's Cosi fan tutte March 18, 2011.
Center for Contemporary Opera Presents The Secret Agent 3/18-19
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse.
STAGE TUBE: Irish Tenor Anthony Kearns Sings 'Ave Maria' to the Troops
by Nicole Rosky - March 17, 2011
Famous tenor Anthony Kearns of The Irish Tenors sings 'Ave Maria' on the Fox New Network's popular weekend show, 'Huckabee' Kearns made his second appearance on the show that aired March 13, 2011.
by Nicole Rosky - March 17, 2011
Famous tenor Anthony Kearns of The Irish Tenors sings 'Ave Maria' on the Fox New Network's popular weekend show, 'Huckabee' Kearns made his second appearance on the show that aired March 13, 2011.
Center for Contemporary Opera Presents THE SECRET Agent 3/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 16, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 16, 2011
Center for Contemporary Opera, led by General Director James E. Schaeffer, presents the world premiere of Michael Dellaira and JD McClatchy's The Secret Agent, Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at The Danny Kaye Playhouse.
METROPOLIS OPERA PROJECT One Act Fest To Feature Sheldon Harnick Opera
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 16, 2011
Metropolis Opera Project presents The 2nd Annual One Act Festival, April 8th thru 10th at Medicine Show Theatre.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 16, 2011
Metropolis Opera Project presents The 2nd Annual One Act Festival, April 8th thru 10th at Medicine Show Theatre.
Sigmund Romberg Operetta To Be Revived by Musicals Tonight
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 16, 2011
Up in Central Park is a Broadway musical with a book by Herbert Fields and Dorothy Fields, lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and music by Sigmund Romberg.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 16, 2011
Up in Central Park is a Broadway musical with a book by Herbert Fields and Dorothy Fields, lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and music by Sigmund Romberg.
Renée Fleming Sings First Complete Met Performances of Capriccio
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 14, 2011
Renee Fleming will sing her first complete Met performances as the elegant Countess in Richard Strauss's Capriccio beginning March 28.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 14, 2011
Renee Fleming will sing her first complete Met performances as the elegant Countess in Richard Strauss's Capriccio beginning March 28.
AOP Presents HENRY'S WIFE, EICHMANN
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2011
AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) will present concert performances of scenes from two operas-in-development - Henry's Wife, by composer Randall Eng (pictured) and librettist Alexis Bernier, and Eichmann in Jerusalem, by composer Mohammed Fairouz and librettist David Shapiro.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2011
AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) will present concert performances of scenes from two operas-in-development - Henry's Wife, by composer Randall Eng (pictured) and librettist Alexis Bernier, and Eichmann in Jerusalem, by composer Mohammed Fairouz and librettist David Shapiro.
Nashville Opera Presents CARMEN, 4/14 & 16
by Kelsey Denette - March 11, 2011
Nashville Opera presents the final production of its 30th Anniversary Season, Georges Bizet's Carmen. Directed by John Hoomes, Nashville Opera's Artistic Director, the two performances will include the Nashville Symphony conducted by Maestro James Meena, Opera Carolina's General Director and Principal Conductor.
by Kelsey Denette - March 11, 2011
Nashville Opera presents the final production of its 30th Anniversary Season, Georges Bizet's Carmen. Directed by John Hoomes, Nashville Opera's Artistic Director, the two performances will include the Nashville Symphony conducted by Maestro James Meena, Opera Carolina's General Director and Principal Conductor.
Photo Flash: QUEEN OF SPADES at the Met
by Nicole Rosky - March 11, 2011
A revival of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades will open at the Met on March 11, with a cast led by Karita Mattila as Lisa, a role she sang in the production's 1995 premiere. Mattila's three co-stars are singing their roles for the first time at the Met: Vladimir Galouzine, one of the world's leading interpreters of Hermann; Swedish baritone Peter Mattei as his romantic rival Yeletsky; and dramatic mezzo-soprano Dolora Zajick as the Countess. The energetic Latvian conductor Andris Nelsons leads the opera for the first time at the Met, in a revival of Elijah Moshinsky's 1995 staging. The opera, which is based on a Pushkin story, will also feature Tamara Mumford as Pauline and Alexey Markov as Tomsky.
by Nicole Rosky - March 11, 2011
A revival of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades will open at the Met on March 11, with a cast led by Karita Mattila as Lisa, a role she sang in the production's 1995 premiere. Mattila's three co-stars are singing their roles for the first time at the Met: Vladimir Galouzine, one of the world's leading interpreters of Hermann; Swedish baritone Peter Mattei as his romantic rival Yeletsky; and dramatic mezzo-soprano Dolora Zajick as the Countess. The energetic Latvian conductor Andris Nelsons leads the opera for the first time at the Met, in a revival of Elijah Moshinsky's 1995 staging. The opera, which is based on a Pushkin story, will also feature Tamara Mumford as Pauline and Alexey Markov as Tomsky.
Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change Advisory For Boris Godunov
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 11, 2011
Pavel Smelkov will conduct tomorrow's matinee performance of Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov, replacing Valery Gergiev.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 11, 2011
Pavel Smelkov will conduct tomorrow's matinee performance of Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov, replacing Valery Gergiev.
Starry Revival of The Queen of Spades Opens at the Met 3/11
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2011
A revival of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades will open at the Met on March 11, with a cast led by Karita Mattila as Lisa, a role she sang in the production's 1995 premiere.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2011
A revival of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades will open at the Met on March 11, with a cast led by Karita Mattila as Lisa, a role she sang in the production's 1995 premiere.
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