Metropolitan Opera Guild Presents Met Legends: Renata Scotto 2.27
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2011
The Metropolitan Opera Guild will celebrate revered soprano Renata Scotto at Hunter College's Kaye Playhouse on Sunday, February 27, sharing video clips of her remarkable performances and engaging in an illuminating, far-ranging conversation about her life and venerable career.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2011
The Metropolitan Opera Guild will celebrate revered soprano Renata Scotto at Hunter College's Kaye Playhouse on Sunday, February 27, sharing video clips of her remarkable performances and engaging in an illuminating, far-ranging conversation about her life and venerable career.
Skylight Opera Theatre Presents Mozart's Cosi fan tutte 3/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 2011
Skylight Opera Theatre of Milwaukee, Wisconsin will open Mozart's Cosi fan tutte March 18, 2011.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 2011
Skylight Opera Theatre of Milwaukee, Wisconsin will open Mozart's Cosi fan tutte March 18, 2011.
AOP Presents HENRY'S WIFE, EICHMANN
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 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.
Gounod's Romeo et Juliette Returns to the Met
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 2011
Gounod's Romeo et Juliette will return to the Metropolitan Opera beginning March 3 for a run of performances featuring Angela Gheorghiu as Juliette and Piotr Beczala as Romeo.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 25, 2011
Gounod's Romeo et Juliette will return to the Metropolitan Opera beginning March 3 for a run of performances featuring Angela Gheorghiu as Juliette and Piotr Beczala as Romeo.
Artist Elizabeth Peyton's Wagner Exhibition to Open at the Metropolitan Opera, 2/25
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2011
Artist Elizabeth Peyton's Wagner, an exhibition of works based on the characters in Der Ring des Nibelungen, will open at the Metropolitan Opera on February 25. Wagner is the second in a series of exhibitions celebrating the Met's new production of the composer's Ring cycle. Peyton's work will be shown at the Arnold & Marie Schwartz Gallery Met and in other locations throughout the opera house; this will be the first time an artist's exhibition will not be limited to the gallery itself. The show will include nearly 30 works. A majority are new monotypes and drawings made for the exhibition.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2011
Artist Elizabeth Peyton's Wagner, an exhibition of works based on the characters in Der Ring des Nibelungen, will open at the Metropolitan Opera on February 25. Wagner is the second in a series of exhibitions celebrating the Met's new production of the composer's Ring cycle. Peyton's work will be shown at the Arnold & Marie Schwartz Gallery Met and in other locations throughout the opera house; this will be the first time an artist's exhibition will not be limited to the gallery itself. The show will include nearly 30 works. A majority are new monotypes and drawings made for the exhibition.
Katarína Vovkova Performs at Marcus Center for the Performing Arts 2/25, 2/26
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2011
Internationally acclaimed soprano Katarina Vovkova has been invited to the United States by Shorewood based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization IAFED to perform 'Casta Diva', a recital of famous opera arias from La Traviata, Aida, Il Trovatore, Tosca and more.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2011
Internationally acclaimed soprano Katarina Vovkova has been invited to the United States by Shorewood based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization IAFED to perform 'Casta Diva', a recital of famous opera arias from La Traviata, Aida, Il Trovatore, Tosca and more.
Natalie Dessay Returns To The Met In Lucia di Lammermoor 2/24
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2011
Natalie Dessay will return to the Metropolitan Opera in the title role of Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor for a run of performances beginning February 24.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2011
Natalie Dessay will return to the Metropolitan Opera in the title role of Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor for a run of performances beginning February 24.
Fundraising Musical Revue Held at Broad Brook Opera House 3/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 22, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - February 22, 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.
Artist Elizabeth Peyton's Wagner Exhibition to Open at the Metropolitan Opera, 2/25
by Caryn Robbins - February 22, 2011
Artist Elizabeth Peyton's Wagner, an exhibition of works based on the characters in Der Ring des Nibelungen, will open at the Metropolitan Opera on February 25. Wagner is the second in a series of exhibitions celebrating the Met's new production of the composer's Ring cycle. Peyton's work will be shown at the Arnold & Marie Schwartz Gallery Met and in other locations throughout the opera house; this will be the first time an artist's exhibition will not be limited to the gallery itself. The show will include nearly 30 works. A majority are new monotypes and drawings made for the exhibition.
by Caryn Robbins - February 22, 2011
Artist Elizabeth Peyton's Wagner, an exhibition of works based on the characters in Der Ring des Nibelungen, will open at the Metropolitan Opera on February 25. Wagner is the second in a series of exhibitions celebrating the Met's new production of the composer's Ring cycle. Peyton's work will be shown at the Arnold & Marie Schwartz Gallery Met and in other locations throughout the opera house; this will be the first time an artist's exhibition will not be limited to the gallery itself. The show will include nearly 30 works. A majority are new monotypes and drawings made for the exhibition.
Joseph Calleja Wraps Up Met Opera Triple-Header with Lucia di Lammermoor, 2/24-3/19
by Adam Britten - February 22, 2011
Earlier this season at the Metropolitan Opera, Joseph Calleja's performance as Rodolfo in Puccini's La bohème prompted the Associated Press to admire his 'voice unlike anyone else on the operatic scene today.' As the review continued: 'A rapid vibrato gives his sound an alluring sweetness, and in recent years he has refined his technique so that the quality is consistent throughout his range, up to high C.' Now, following performances earlier this season as Rodolfo and as the Duke of Mantua in Verdi's Rigoletto, the Maltese tenor returns to New York to take on his third Italian role of the Met season. From February 24 through March 19, he sings Edgardo opposite Natalie Dessay in Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor. The March 19 performance will be transmitted live to movie theaters around the world, as part of the 'Met: Live in HD' series. In addition, Joseph Calleja's exclusive record label, the newly re-launched Decca Classics, has announced plans to release the tenor's next solo album, titled The Maltese Tenor, later this year.
by Adam Britten - February 22, 2011
Earlier this season at the Metropolitan Opera, Joseph Calleja's performance as Rodolfo in Puccini's La bohème prompted the Associated Press to admire his 'voice unlike anyone else on the operatic scene today.' As the review continued: 'A rapid vibrato gives his sound an alluring sweetness, and in recent years he has refined his technique so that the quality is consistent throughout his range, up to high C.' Now, following performances earlier this season as Rodolfo and as the Duke of Mantua in Verdi's Rigoletto, the Maltese tenor returns to New York to take on his third Italian role of the Met season. From February 24 through March 19, he sings Edgardo opposite Natalie Dessay in Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor. The March 19 performance will be transmitted live to movie theaters around the world, as part of the 'Met: Live in HD' series. In addition, Joseph Calleja's exclusive record label, the newly re-launched Decca Classics, has announced plans to release the tenor's next solo album, titled The Maltese Tenor, later this year.
Elizabeth Bishop Sings Title Role in 'Iphigénie en Tauride,' 2/21
by Meghan Schuler - February 21, 2011
Elizabeth Bishop will sing the title role in this evening's performance of 'Iphigénie en Tauride,' replacing Susan Graham, who is ill. Bishop made her Met debut in 1994 and has sung several roles with the company including Venus in Tannhäuser, Mother Marie in Dialogues des Carmélites, and Fenena in Nabucco.
by Meghan Schuler - February 21, 2011
Elizabeth Bishop will sing the title role in this evening's performance of 'Iphigénie en Tauride,' replacing Susan Graham, who is ill. Bishop made her Met debut in 1994 and has sung several roles with the company including Venus in Tannhäuser, Mother Marie in Dialogues des Carmélites, and Fenena in Nabucco.
Deborah Voigt Leads Met Opera's La fanciulla del West
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2011
Hot off her lauded role debut in San Francisco as Puccini's quintessential New World heroine, soprano Deborah Voigt will once again portray the pistol-packing, poker-playing barmaid Minnie, this time in the Metropolitan Opera's centenary staging of La fanciulla del West (The Girl of the Golden West).
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2011
Hot off her lauded role debut in San Francisco as Puccini's quintessential New World heroine, soprano Deborah Voigt will once again portray the pistol-packing, poker-playing barmaid Minnie, this time in the Metropolitan Opera's centenary staging of La fanciulla del West (The Girl of the Golden West).
Opera Circle Presents Verdi's AIDA, 2/18-2/20
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2011
As such grand dimensions call for grand collaborations, Opera Circle will present 'Aida' hand in hand with The Cleveland Women's Orchestra under the baton of Robert Cronquist and The West Shore Chorale, John Drotleff, Chorus Master. The production will feature a select mix of international, out-of-state, and best local singers.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2011
As such grand dimensions call for grand collaborations, Opera Circle will present 'Aida' hand in hand with The Cleveland Women's Orchestra under the baton of Robert Cronquist and The West Shore Chorale, John Drotleff, Chorus Master. The production will feature a select mix of international, out-of-state, and best local singers.
Review Roundup: ANNA NICOLE Opera
by BWW - February 19, 2011
A new opera based on the life of tabloid queen Anna Nicole Smith opened at Royal Opera House yesterday,February 17. The show, entitled ANNA NICOLE is described on their website as 'a celebrity story of our times that includes extreme language, drug abuse and sexual content,' and imposed a minimum age of 16. This new opera is provocative in its themes, exciting in its bravura style and thrilling with its sheer contemporary nerve,' it added in language normally reserved for reality TV. Anna Nicole Smith's life made the news -- you can bet this world premiere will too.'
by BWW - February 19, 2011
A new opera based on the life of tabloid queen Anna Nicole Smith opened at Royal Opera House yesterday,February 17. The show, entitled ANNA NICOLE is described on their website as 'a celebrity story of our times that includes extreme language, drug abuse and sexual content,' and imposed a minimum age of 16. This new opera is provocative in its themes, exciting in its bravura style and thrilling with its sheer contemporary nerve,' it added in language normally reserved for reality TV. Anna Nicole Smith's life made the news -- you can bet this world premiere will too.'
Birkhead to Sue Over ANNA NICOLE Opera?
by Nicole Rosky - February 18, 2011
Larry Birkhead, former boyfriend of Anna Nicole Smith, might take legal action against the recently opened ANNA NICOLE opera playing Royal Opera House, according to Reuters. Birkhead claims that the ROH never attempted to contact him or Smith's estate about the production.
by Nicole Rosky - February 18, 2011
Larry Birkhead, former boyfriend of Anna Nicole Smith, might take legal action against the recently opened ANNA NICOLE opera playing Royal Opera House, according to Reuters. Birkhead claims that the ROH never attempted to contact him or Smith's estate about the production.
Renée Fleming Leads Met's Armida 2/18
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2011
Renee Fleming will reprise her tour-de-force portrayal of the title character in Rossini's virtuosic rarity Armida for a run of performances beginning February 18.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2011
Renee Fleming will reprise her tour-de-force portrayal of the title character in Rossini's virtuosic rarity Armida for a run of performances beginning February 18.
Opera Circle Presents Verdi's AIDA, 2/18-2/20
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2011
As such grand dimensions call for grand collaborations, Opera Circle will present 'Aida' hand in hand with The Cleveland Women's Orchestra under the baton of Robert Cronquist and The West Shore Chorale, John Drotleff, Chorus Master. The production will feature a select mix of international, out-of-state, and best local singers.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2011
As such grand dimensions call for grand collaborations, Opera Circle will present 'Aida' hand in hand with The Cleveland Women's Orchestra under the baton of Robert Cronquist and The West Shore Chorale, John Drotleff, Chorus Master. The production will feature a select mix of international, out-of-state, and best local singers.
UT Dept Of Theatre And Dance Presents THE THREEPENNY OPERA 2/18-2/27
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2011
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance presents the 20th century musical theater milestone, The Threepenny Opera, written by Bertolt Brecht with music by Kurt Weill and directed by third-year MFA in Directing candidate, Halena Kays.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2011
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance presents the 20th century musical theater milestone, The Threepenny Opera, written by Bertolt Brecht with music by Kurt Weill and directed by third-year MFA in Directing candidate, Halena Kays.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory For Don Pasquale
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 17, 2011
Rachelle Durkin will sing the role of Norina in this Saturday's matinee performance of Don Pasquale, replacing Anna Netrebko, who is ill.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 17, 2011
Rachelle Durkin will sing the role of Norina in this Saturday's matinee performance of Don Pasquale, replacing Anna Netrebko, who is ill.
Anna Nicole Smith Opera Opens at Royal Opera House, Feb. 17
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2011
A new opera based on the life of tabloid queen Anna Nicole Smith will open at Royal Opera House this Thurday, February 17. Already, the production's six shows, which run through March 4, are comletely sold out. The show, entitled ANNA NICOLE is described on their website as 'a celebrity story of our times that includes extreme language, drug abuse and sexual content,' and imposed a minimum age of 16. This new opera is provocative in its themes, exciting in its bravura style and thrilling with its sheer contemporary nerve,' it added in language normally reserved for reality TV.'
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2011
A new opera based on the life of tabloid queen Anna Nicole Smith will open at Royal Opera House this Thurday, February 17. Already, the production's six shows, which run through March 4, are comletely sold out. The show, entitled ANNA NICOLE is described on their website as 'a celebrity story of our times that includes extreme language, drug abuse and sexual content,' and imposed a minimum age of 16. This new opera is provocative in its themes, exciting in its bravura style and thrilling with its sheer contemporary nerve,' it added in language normally reserved for reality TV.'
Bridge Drama Group Returns To Wexford Opera House Feb 17-19
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2011
Bridge Drama return to Wexford Opera House on Thursday, February 17th through Saturday, February 19th and an additional show on Saturday, February 26th with a compelling love story, Dark of the Moon.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2011
Bridge Drama return to Wexford Opera House on Thursday, February 17th through Saturday, February 19th and an additional show on Saturday, February 26th with a compelling love story, Dark of the Moon.
Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change Advisory
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2011
Elizabeth Bishop will sing the title role in this evening's performance of Iphigenie en Tauride, replacing Susan Graham who is ill.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2011
Elizabeth Bishop will sing the title role in this evening's performance of Iphigenie en Tauride, replacing Susan Graham who is ill.
Seven New Productions Headline Met Opera's 2011-12 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2011
The Metropolitan Opera's 2011-12 season will feature the world's leading singers, conductors, and stage directors in seven new productions, including a world premiere, a Met premiere, and the first complete performances of a new Der Ring des Nibelungen cycle conducted by Music Director James Levine and directed by Robert Lepage.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 16, 2011
The Metropolitan Opera's 2011-12 season will feature the world's leading singers, conductors, and stage directors in seven new productions, including a world premiere, a Met premiere, and the first complete performances of a new Der Ring des Nibelungen cycle conducted by Music Director James Levine and directed by Robert Lepage.
Pape Returns as Boris to the Met and Debuts as Wotan in Berlin 3/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 15, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - February 15, 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.
New York City Opera Announces 2011 Vox Line-up
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 15, 2011
New York City Opera today announced its celebrated annual new music festival, VOX Contemporary American Opera Lab, will return for its 12th season with an exciting new line-up.
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 15, 2011
New York City Opera today announced its celebrated annual new music festival, VOX Contemporary American Opera Lab, will return for its 12th season with an exciting new line-up.
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