Fundraising Musical Revue Held at Broad Brook Opera House 3/11
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2011
A special, one-weekend only fund raiser will be presented on Friday, March 11 and Saturday, March 12 at 8pm at the Broad Brook Opera House, 107 Main Street, Broad Brook ,CT.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2011
A special, one-weekend only fund raiser will be presented on Friday, March 11 and Saturday, March 12 at 8pm at the Broad Brook Opera House, 107 Main Street, Broad Brook ,CT.
Tony Nominee Noll Set for Eugene Opera's THE MIKADO, 3/11-13
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2011
Tony nominee Christiane Noll (Ragtime) will play Yum-Yum in The Mikado from March 11-13 with the Eugene Opera. The production's cast also includes Nicholas Isherwood, Joel Andrew Weiss, Jamie LaVerdiere, Brooke Cagno and Anne Allgood.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2011
Tony nominee Christiane Noll (Ragtime) will play Yum-Yum in The Mikado from March 11-13 with the Eugene Opera. The production's cast also includes Nicholas Isherwood, Joel Andrew Weiss, Jamie LaVerdiere, Brooke Cagno and Anne Allgood.
Bartlett Sher Directs the Met Premiere of Rossini's Le Comte Ory 3/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 10, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - March 10, 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.
Center for Contemporary Opera Receives Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Grant
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 09, 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 09, 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.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory For Boris Godunov
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 09, 2011
Pavel Smelkov will conduct this evening's performance of Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov, replacing Valery Gergiev who is suffering from exhaustion and resting in St. Petersburg. Gergiev still plans to conduct this Saturday's matinee performance.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 09, 2011
Pavel Smelkov will conduct this evening's performance of Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov, replacing Valery Gergiev who is suffering from exhaustion and resting in St. Petersburg. Gergiev still plans to conduct this Saturday's matinee performance.
Cape Town Opera Presents Carmen at Artscape, March 9-19
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2011
Carmen, the well-known opera, will play at Artscape's opera house from 9-19 March.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2011
Carmen, the well-known opera, will play at Artscape's opera house from 9-19 March.
Pape Returns as Boris to the Met and Debuts as Wotan in Berlin 3/9
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2011
Among the highlights of Pape's spring 2011 is the March 9-17 Metropolitan Opera reprise of his universally-acclaimed interpretation of the title role in Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov, with Valery Gergiev conducting.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2011
Among the highlights of Pape's spring 2011 is the March 9-17 Metropolitan Opera reprise of his universally-acclaimed interpretation of the title role in Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov, with Valery Gergiev conducting.
Gheorghiu Withdraws from FAUST at the Met; McAnuff Responds
by Kelsey Denette - March 08, 2011
Although Angela Gheorghiu was set to star in the production, she withdrew due to what her management calls 'artistic reasons' - in this version of the classic, the setting will be modern, taking place in the 20th century as opposed to the usual staging of the 16th century. This shift is being cited as Gheorghiu's reason for leaving the production.
by Kelsey Denette - March 08, 2011
Although Angela Gheorghiu was set to star in the production, she withdrew due to what her management calls 'artistic reasons' - in this version of the classic, the setting will be modern, taking place in the 20th century as opposed to the usual staging of the 16th century. This shift is being cited as Gheorghiu's reason for leaving the production.
James Levine: 40 Years at The Met Opera to be Published by Amadeus Press
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 08, 2011
James Levine: 40 Years at The Metropolitan Opera, an extraordinary insider's view of the legendary conductor's Met career, illustrated with vivid historic photographs, will be published by Amadeus Press, an imprint of Hal Leonard, on May 3, and available for $32 at the Met Opera Shop and national retailers.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 08, 2011
James Levine: 40 Years at The Metropolitan Opera, an extraordinary insider's view of the legendary conductor's Met career, illustrated with vivid historic photographs, will be published by Amadeus Press, an imprint of Hal Leonard, on May 3, and available for $32 at the Met Opera Shop and national retailers.
Patti LuPone and Stephanie Blythe To Host Opera News Awards 4/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 07, 2011
Broadway icon Patti LuPone and acclaimed mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe will co-host the sixth annual Opera News Awards, which will take place on April 17 at The Plaza in New York City.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 07, 2011
Broadway icon Patti LuPone and acclaimed mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe will co-host the sixth annual Opera News Awards, which will take place on April 17 at The Plaza in New York City.
Women Composers Featured in Brooklyn Opera Series 3/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 07, 2011
Two Brooklyn opera companies, AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) and OPERA ON TAP (OOT), will present Opera Grows in Brooklyn: Ladies' Night in honor of Women's History Month and as the latest installment of their Opera Grows in Brooklyn series.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 07, 2011
Two Brooklyn opera companies, AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) and OPERA ON TAP (OOT), will present Opera Grows in Brooklyn: Ladies' Night in honor of Women's History Month and as the latest installment of their Opera Grows in Brooklyn series.
Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change Advisory For Faust
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 07, 2011
Marina Poplavskaya will make her Met role debut as Marguerite in the initial run of performances of the Met's new production of Gounod's Faust this fall.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 07, 2011
Marina Poplavskaya will make her Met role debut as Marguerite in the initial run of performances of the Met's new production of Gounod's Faust this fall.
Mezzo-Soprano Isabel Leonard Receives 6th Annual Beverly Sills Artist Award
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 04, 2011
Mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard has been named the recipient of the sixth annual Beverly Sills Artist Award for young singers at the Metropolitan Opera.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 04, 2011
Mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard has been named the recipient of the sixth annual Beverly Sills Artist Award for young singers at the Metropolitan Opera.
Natalie Dessay Returns To The Met In Lucia di Lammermoor 3/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 04, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - March 04, 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.
Starry Revival of The Queen of Spades Opens at the Met 3/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 04, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - March 04, 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.
AMC Theatres to Premiere CARMEN 3D, 3/4
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2011
AMC Theatres (AMC), a leading theatrical exhibition and entertainment company, today announces that the world's most popular opera, 'Carmen,' will be available for the first time ever in spectacular RealD 3D with the release of the feature film event CARMEN IN 3D at 167 AMC theatres in 47 markets beginning March 4.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2011
AMC Theatres (AMC), a leading theatrical exhibition and entertainment company, today announces that the world's most popular opera, 'Carmen,' will be available for the first time ever in spectacular RealD 3D with the release of the feature film event CARMEN IN 3D at 167 AMC theatres in 47 markets beginning March 4.
The Barber of Seville Plays at Hudson Village Theatre, March 26 & 27
by Adam Britten - March 03, 2011
Hudson Village Theatre presents The Barber of Seville on March 26 and 27, 2011. The show runs 2 hours and 45 minutes. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online.
by Adam Britten - March 03, 2011
Hudson Village Theatre presents The Barber of Seville on March 26 and 27, 2011. The show runs 2 hours and 45 minutes. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online.
Cape Town Opera Presents Carmen at Artscape, March 9-19
by Adam Britten - March 03, 2011
Carmen, the well-known opera, will play at Artscape's opera house from 9-19 March.
by Adam Britten - March 03, 2011
Carmen, the well-known opera, will play at Artscape's opera house from 9-19 March.
Center for Contemporary Opera Presents THE SECRET AGENT, 3/18
by Nicole Rosky - March 02, 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 Nicole Rosky - March 02, 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.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory For Roméo et Juliette
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 02, 2011
Hei-Kyung Hong will sing the role of Juliette in Roméo et Juliette for performances from March 3 through March 22 this season, replacing Angela Gheorghiu, who is ill.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 02, 2011
Hei-Kyung Hong will sing the role of Juliette in Roméo et Juliette for performances from March 3 through March 22 this season, replacing Angela Gheorghiu, who is ill.
Opera Orchestra of New York Presents L'Africaine at Avery Fisher Hall 3/2
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2011
The Opera Orchestra of New York will present an opera-in-concert performance of Giacomo Meyerbeer's L'Africaine conducted by the company's Music Director Eve Queler on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. at Avery Fisher Hall.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2011
The Opera Orchestra of New York will present an opera-in-concert performance of Giacomo Meyerbeer's L'Africaine conducted by the company's Music Director Eve Queler on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. at Avery Fisher Hall.
NYC Opera to Present Family Matinee of WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE 4/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 01, 2011
On Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 1:30 pm New York City Opera will present a special family matinee concert of Where the Wild Things Are, the opera based on the beloved children's book by Maurice Sendak.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 01, 2011
On Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 1:30 pm New York City Opera will present a special family matinee concert of Where the Wild Things Are, the opera based on the beloved children's book by Maurice Sendak.
Photo Flash: Dicapo Opera Theatre Presents THE SAINT OF BLEEKER STREET
by Kelsey Denette - February 28, 2011
Italian-American composer Gian Carlo Menotti's The Saint of Bleeker Street, opened at The Dicapo Opera on Saturday night. The Saint of Bleeker Street, written in English and dating from 1954, is the story of a simple young girl in New York's Little Italy who is blessed (or afflicted) with the stigmata and hears voices and sees visions.
by Kelsey Denette - February 28, 2011
Italian-American composer Gian Carlo Menotti's The Saint of Bleeker Street, opened at The Dicapo Opera on Saturday night. The Saint of Bleeker Street, written in English and dating from 1954, is the story of a simple young girl in New York's Little Italy who is blessed (or afflicted) with the stigmata and hears voices and sees visions.
Opera Omaha Presents Madama Butterfly, 4/12, 17
by Meghan Schuler - February 28, 2011
Opera Omaha proudly presents Madama Butterfly, Friday, April 15 at 7:30pm and Sunday, April 17, at 2:00pm. Back for an encore performance after achieving nationwide success, this wildly-popular 2006 Omaha production features the original breathtaking designs from world-renowned Omaha artist Jun Kaneko.
by Meghan Schuler - February 28, 2011
Opera Omaha proudly presents Madama Butterfly, Friday, April 15 at 7:30pm and Sunday, April 17, at 2:00pm. Back for an encore performance after achieving nationwide success, this wildly-popular 2006 Omaha production features the original breathtaking designs from world-renowned Omaha artist Jun Kaneko.
Viriginia Wins Irish Times Theatre Award for Best Opera
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 28, 2011
The critically acclaimed 2010 Wexford Festival Opera production of 'Virginia' by Saverio Mercadante was named 'Best Opera' at the 2010 Irish Times Irish Theatre Awards ceremony last night in Vicar Street in Dublin.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 28, 2011
The critically acclaimed 2010 Wexford Festival Opera production of 'Virginia' by Saverio Mercadante was named 'Best Opera' at the 2010 Irish Times Irish Theatre Awards ceremony last night in Vicar Street in Dublin.
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