UT Dept Of Theatre And Dance Presents THE THREEPENNY OPERA
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 24, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - January 24, 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.
London's Little Opera House Announces Their Repertory Season
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2011
London's Little Opera House (at the King's Head Theatre) - the first opera house on the London fringe - is now the first fringe theatre in London to launch a repertory season.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2011
London's Little Opera House (at the King's Head Theatre) - the first opera house on the London fringe - is now the first fringe theatre in London to launch a repertory season.
Nashville Opera Guild Honors Earl Swensson, 1/22
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2011
Each year Nashvillians gather for one special evening of gourmet foods, fine wines, and unforgettable song at the Nashville Opera Guild's La Bella Notte. This year's gala will be held at the Hilton Downtown Nashville Hotel on Saturday, January 22, 2011 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The black-tie event is the organization's largest annual event fundraiser, with proceeds supporting a variety of education initiatives including Nashville Opera's Mary Ragland Young Artist Program and in-school outreach performances throughout Middle Tennessee. In addition to the gourmet dinner with wines paired to each course, the evening features a silent auction of luxury items and exotic travel packages. La Bella Notte is co-chaired for the first time by mother and daughter, Louise Kitchens and Carla Nelson, with Judy Liff Barker serving as this year's honorary chairperson. Tickets are $250 per person and are available by calling Nashville Opera at (615) 832-5242.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2011
Each year Nashvillians gather for one special evening of gourmet foods, fine wines, and unforgettable song at the Nashville Opera Guild's La Bella Notte. This year's gala will be held at the Hilton Downtown Nashville Hotel on Saturday, January 22, 2011 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The black-tie event is the organization's largest annual event fundraiser, with proceeds supporting a variety of education initiatives including Nashville Opera's Mary Ragland Young Artist Program and in-school outreach performances throughout Middle Tennessee. In addition to the gourmet dinner with wines paired to each course, the evening features a silent auction of luxury items and exotic travel packages. La Bella Notte is co-chaired for the first time by mother and daughter, Louise Kitchens and Carla Nelson, with Judy Liff Barker serving as this year's honorary chairperson. Tickets are $250 per person and are available by calling Nashville Opera at (615) 832-5242.
Metropolitan Opera Guild Presents Met Legends: Renata Scotto 2.27
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 21, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - January 21, 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.
Playhouse on the Square, Opera Memphis Present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2011
Playhouse on the Square and Opera Memphis announced today the world premiere of Michael Ching's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM - OPERA A CAPPELLA to be performed at Playhouse on the Square Thursday through Saturday nights at 8PM and Sunday afternoons at 2PM from January 21 - February 13, 2011.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2011
Playhouse on the Square and Opera Memphis announced today the world premiere of Michael Ching's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM - OPERA A CAPPELLA to be performed at Playhouse on the Square Thursday through Saturday nights at 8PM and Sunday afternoons at 2PM from January 21 - February 13, 2011.
Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change Advisory For Simon Boccanegra 1/20
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2011
Roberto De Biasio will make his Met debut as Gabriele Adorno in the Thursday, January 20 opening performance of Simon Boccanegra, replacing Ramón Vargas, who is ill. Mr. Vargas is scheduled to sing the remainder of the performances.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2011
Roberto De Biasio will make his Met debut as Gabriele Adorno in the Thursday, January 20 opening performance of Simon Boccanegra, replacing Ramón Vargas, who is ill. Mr. Vargas is scheduled to sing the remainder of the performances.
James Levine Conducts Verdi's Simon Boccanegra At The Met 1/20
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2011
Metropolitan Opera Music Director James Levine will conduct Dmitri Hvorostovsky in his first Met performances of the title role in Verdi's Simon Boccanegra beginning January 20.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2011
Metropolitan Opera Music Director James Levine will conduct Dmitri Hvorostovsky in his first Met performances of the title role in Verdi's Simon Boccanegra beginning January 20.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory For La Boheme
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 19, 2011
Marco Armiliato will conduct Puccini's La Boheme on January 31, February 3, 7, 10, 17, 22, and 25, replacing Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, who has withdrawn for personal reasons.
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 19, 2011
Marco Armiliato will conduct Puccini's La Boheme on January 31, February 3, 7, 10, 17, 22, and 25, replacing Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, who has withdrawn for personal reasons.
Vienna State Opera Presents COSI FAN TUTTE, 1/19-1/29
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2011
'Così fan tutte' an der Wiener Staatsoper Musikalische Neueinstudierung 19. (geschlossene Vorstellung), 22., 25. und 29. Jänner 2011
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2011
'Così fan tutte' an der Wiener Staatsoper Musikalische Neueinstudierung 19. (geschlossene Vorstellung), 22., 25. und 29. Jänner 2011
Classical 105.9 WQXR Presents Preview of Met’s Nixon in China at The Greene Space
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2011
On January 19 at 7pm, Classical 105.9 WQXR will host a special preview of the Metropolitan Opera's staging of John Adams's iconic Nixon in China, live from The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2011
On January 19 at 7pm, Classical 105.9 WQXR will host a special preview of the Metropolitan Opera's staging of John Adams's iconic Nixon in China, live from The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory for LA TRAVIATA in Jan.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2011
Matthew Polenzani will sing the role of Alfredo in La Traviata for all performances this season. For the January 19, 22, 26 and 29 performances, Polenzani replaces Francesco Meli, who has withdrawn due to illness.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2011
Matthew Polenzani will sing the role of Alfredo in La Traviata for all performances this season. For the January 19, 22, 26 and 29 performances, Polenzani replaces Francesco Meli, who has withdrawn due to illness.
Nashville Opera Guild Honors Earl Swensson, 1/22
by Nicole Rosky - January 18, 2011
Each year Nashvillians gather for one special evening of gourmet foods, fine wines, and unforgettable song at the Nashville Opera Guild's La Bella Notte. This year's gala will be held at the Hilton Downtown Nashville Hotel on Saturday, January 22, 2011 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The black-tie event is the organization's largest annual event fundraiser, with proceeds supporting a variety of education initiatives including Nashville Opera's Mary Ragland Young Artist Program and in-school outreach performances throughout Middle Tennessee. In addition to the gourmet dinner with wines paired to each course, the evening features a silent auction of luxury items and exotic travel packages. La Bella Notte is co-chaired for the first time by mother and daughter, Louise Kitchens and Carla Nelson, with Judy Liff Barker serving as this year's honorary chairperson. Tickets are $250 per person and are available by calling Nashville Opera at (615) 832-5242.
by Nicole Rosky - January 18, 2011
Each year Nashvillians gather for one special evening of gourmet foods, fine wines, and unforgettable song at the Nashville Opera Guild's La Bella Notte. This year's gala will be held at the Hilton Downtown Nashville Hotel on Saturday, January 22, 2011 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The black-tie event is the organization's largest annual event fundraiser, with proceeds supporting a variety of education initiatives including Nashville Opera's Mary Ragland Young Artist Program and in-school outreach performances throughout Middle Tennessee. In addition to the gourmet dinner with wines paired to each course, the evening features a silent auction of luxury items and exotic travel packages. La Bella Notte is co-chaired for the first time by mother and daughter, Louise Kitchens and Carla Nelson, with Judy Liff Barker serving as this year's honorary chairperson. Tickets are $250 per person and are available by calling Nashville Opera at (615) 832-5242.
Opera Index Honors Two Singers at Winter Gala, 1/16
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2011
Opera Index presents its 2011 Distinguished Achievement Award to two pioneering Metropolitan Opera artists-tenor George Shirley and posthumously to the late mezzo-soprano Shirley Verrett-at its 27th annual black-tie winter gala on Sunday, January 16. The gala begins at 6 p.m. and will be held in the Grand Salon of the Jumeirah Essex House, the luxury hotel on Central Park South, following a reception in the Petit Salon. The awards will be presented by bass-baritone Spiro Malas. Last year's Distinguished Achievement Award recipient was soprano Patrice Munsel.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2011
Opera Index presents its 2011 Distinguished Achievement Award to two pioneering Metropolitan Opera artists-tenor George Shirley and posthumously to the late mezzo-soprano Shirley Verrett-at its 27th annual black-tie winter gala on Sunday, January 16. The gala begins at 6 p.m. and will be held in the Grand Salon of the Jumeirah Essex House, the luxury hotel on Central Park South, following a reception in the Petit Salon. The awards will be presented by bass-baritone Spiro Malas. Last year's Distinguished Achievement Award recipient was soprano Patrice Munsel.
Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change Advisory For Simon Boccanegra 1/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 14, 2011
Roberto De Biasio will make his Met debut as Gabriele Adorno in the Thursday, January 20 opening performance of Simon Boccanegra, replacing Ramón Vargas, who is ill. Mr. Vargas is scheduled to sing the remainder of the performances.
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 14, 2011
Roberto De Biasio will make his Met debut as Gabriele Adorno in the Thursday, January 20 opening performance of Simon Boccanegra, replacing Ramón Vargas, who is ill. Mr. Vargas is scheduled to sing the remainder of the performances.
Playhouse on the Square, Opera Memphis Present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 13, 2011
Playhouse on the Square and Opera Memphis announced today the world premiere of Michael Ching's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM - OPERA A CAPPELLA to be performed at Playhouse on the Square Thursday through Saturday nights at 8PM and Sunday afternoons at 2PM from January 21 - February 13, 2011.
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 13, 2011
Playhouse on the Square and Opera Memphis announced today the world premiere of Michael Ching's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM - OPERA A CAPPELLA to be performed at Playhouse on the Square Thursday through Saturday nights at 8PM and Sunday afternoons at 2PM from January 21 - February 13, 2011.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory for CARMEN
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2011
Hei-Kyung Hong will sing the role of Micaëla in Carmen at the Metropolitan Opera on January 5, 8, and 13, 2011, replacing Genia Kühmeier, who is ill.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2011
Hei-Kyung Hong will sing the role of Micaëla in Carmen at the Metropolitan Opera on January 5, 8, and 13, 2011, replacing Genia Kühmeier, who is ill.
Anthony Davis to Host American Lyric Theater's FRESHLY BREWED at OPERA America
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 12, 2011
American Lyric Theater (ALT) is pleased to announce that composer Anthony Davis will host the next event in the company's FRESHLY BREWED concert and master class series on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at 1:00 PM.
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 12, 2011
American Lyric Theater (ALT) is pleased to announce that composer Anthony Davis will host the next event in the company's FRESHLY BREWED concert and master class series on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at 1:00 PM.
Photo Flash: TOSCA at the Metropolitan Opera
by Kelsey Denette - January 12, 2011
On Monday, January 10th, Sondra Radvanovsky made her Metropolitan Opera role debut as the passionate title character of Puccini's Tosca on January 10.
by Kelsey Denette - January 12, 2011
On Monday, January 10th, Sondra Radvanovsky made her Metropolitan Opera role debut as the passionate title character of Puccini's Tosca on January 10.
Alan Gilbert Conducts 'Henry V: A Shakespeare Scenario,' with Christopher Plummer
by Kelsey Denette - January 12, 2011
Christopher Plummer will narrate Henry V: A Shakespeare Scenario, with music from Sir William Walton's score for the Laurence Olivier film of Shakespeare's Henry V, conducted by Music Director Alan Gilbert, The Yoko Nagae Ceschina Chair, Monday, April 11, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. The program will also include music of Shakespeare's time. Joining the New York Philharmonic will be the Manhattan School of Music Symphonic Chorus and Chamber Choir, Kent Tritle, director, and The American Boychoir, Fernando Malvar-Ruiz, director.
by Kelsey Denette - January 12, 2011
Christopher Plummer will narrate Henry V: A Shakespeare Scenario, with music from Sir William Walton's score for the Laurence Olivier film of Shakespeare's Henry V, conducted by Music Director Alan Gilbert, The Yoko Nagae Ceschina Chair, Monday, April 11, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. The program will also include music of Shakespeare's time. Joining the New York Philharmonic will be the Manhattan School of Music Symphonic Chorus and Chamber Choir, Kent Tritle, director, and The American Boychoir, Fernando Malvar-Ruiz, director.
Vienna State Opera Announces Cast Changes for COSI FAN TUTTE
by Kelsey Denette - January 12, 2011
Caroline Wenborne wird am 29. Jänner 2011 die Partie der Fiordiligi in 'Così fan tutte' singen. Wie bereits mitgeteilt, singt am 19., 22. und 25. Jänner 2011 Alexandra Coku diese Partie anstelle der erkrankten Miah Persson.
by Kelsey Denette - January 12, 2011
Caroline Wenborne wird am 29. Jänner 2011 die Partie der Fiordiligi in 'Così fan tutte' singen. Wie bereits mitgeteilt, singt am 19., 22. und 25. Jänner 2011 Alexandra Coku diese Partie anstelle der erkrankten Miah Persson.
World-Renowned Turkish Musician Added to AOP's January Performances
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2011
AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) is excited to collaborate with acclaimed Turkish-American Composer Kamran Ince on his latest work and operatic 'first', Judgment of Midas.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2011
AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) is excited to collaborate with acclaimed Turkish-American Composer Kamran Ince on his latest work and operatic 'first', Judgment of Midas.
American Opera Projects Presents Kamran Ince's Judgment of Midas 1/12
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2011
AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) is excited to collaborate with acclaimed Turkish-American Composer Kamran Ince on his latest work and operatic 'first', Judgment of Midas.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2011
AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) is excited to collaborate with acclaimed Turkish-American Composer Kamran Ince on his latest work and operatic 'first', Judgment of Midas.
Tony Nominee Noll Set for Eugene Opera's THE MIKADO, 3/11-13
by Adam Britten - January 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 Adam Britten - January 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.
Calleja Returns to Met for Rigoletto 1/11-27
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2011
Joseph Calleja, who made his Metropolitan Opera debut in 2006 as Verdi's Duke of Mantua, returns to the role at the Met in a January 11-27 run of Rigoletto.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2011
Joseph Calleja, who made his Metropolitan Opera debut in 2006 as Verdi's Duke of Mantua, returns to the role at the Met in a January 11-27 run of Rigoletto.
Met Opera Announces Cast Change For Tonight's Tosca
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 10, 2011
Roberto Alagna will make his Met role debut as Cavaradossi in tonight's opening performance of Tosca, replacing Marcelo Álvarez, who withdrew this afternoon due to the lingering effects of a cold.
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 10, 2011
Roberto Alagna will make his Met role debut as Cavaradossi in tonight's opening performance of Tosca, replacing Marcelo Álvarez, who withdrew this afternoon due to the lingering effects of a cold.
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