Met Live Presents DON PASQUALE, 11/13
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
The Met: Live in HD presents Donizetti's Don Pasquale in movie theaters worldwide this Saturday, November 13 at 1:00 pm ET. Anna Netrebko revives her sensational turn in this sophisticated bel canto comedy, opposite Matthew Polenzani, Mariusz Kwiecien, and John Del Carlo in the title role. Music Director James Levine conducts. When Otto Schenk's production premiered in 2006, the New York Times called it 'brilliant' and 'wonderful.' We hope you will make your readers aware of this fantastic upcoming event.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
The Met: Live in HD presents Donizetti's Don Pasquale in movie theaters worldwide this Saturday, November 13 at 1:00 pm ET. Anna Netrebko revives her sensational turn in this sophisticated bel canto comedy, opposite Matthew Polenzani, Mariusz Kwiecien, and John Del Carlo in the title role. Music Director James Levine conducts. When Otto Schenk's production premiered in 2006, the New York Times called it 'brilliant' and 'wonderful.' We hope you will make your readers aware of this fantastic upcoming event.
Soprano Twyla Robinson To Make NY Philharmonic Debut in Mendelssohn's Elijah
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
Soprano Twyla Robinson will make her New York Philharmonic debut in Mendelssohn's Elijah, led by Music Director Alan Gilbert, Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 11, at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, November 13, at 8:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
Soprano Twyla Robinson will make her New York Philharmonic debut in Mendelssohn's Elijah, led by Music Director Alan Gilbert, Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 11, at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, November 13, at 8:00 p.m.
Opera Breve to Present New Production of HANSEL & GRETEL 11/11, 11/13
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
Opera Breve will present a new production of HANSEL & GRETEL, the opera classic by Engelbert Humperdinck based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, November 11th and 13th at 7 p.m. at St. Michael's Parish House, 225 West 99th Street (between Broadway & Amsterdam).
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
Opera Breve will present a new production of HANSEL & GRETEL, the opera classic by Engelbert Humperdinck based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, November 11th and 13th at 7 p.m. at St. Michael's Parish House, 225 West 99th Street (between Broadway & Amsterdam).
Anna Netrebko Returns to Met in Don Pasquale
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
Having kicked off the 2010-11 season singing Manon on a tour of Japan with the Royal Opera House, Anna Netrebko returns to the Metropolitan Opera this week to reprise her acclaimed portrayal of Norina, the scheming heroine of Donizetti's comic opera Don Pasquale.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
Having kicked off the 2010-11 season singing Manon on a tour of Japan with the Royal Opera House, Anna Netrebko returns to the Metropolitan Opera this week to reprise her acclaimed portrayal of Norina, the scheming heroine of Donizetti's comic opera Don Pasquale.
Opera San Jose Presents TOSCA, 11/13-28
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
Opera San José continues its 27th Season with Giacomo Puccini's powerfully dramatic opera, Tosca. The story of a popular opera diva brought down by the chief of Rome's secret police, Tosca always leaves its audiences startled and breathless by the searing beauty of Puccini's melodies. Eight performances are scheduled from November 13 through 28 at the California Theatre, 345 South First Street in downtown San José. Tickets are on sale at the Opera San José Box Office, by phone at (408) 437-4450 or online at www.operasj.org. Tosca is made possible, in part, by a Cultural Affairs Grant from the City of San José.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
Opera San José continues its 27th Season with Giacomo Puccini's powerfully dramatic opera, Tosca. The story of a popular opera diva brought down by the chief of Rome's secret police, Tosca always leaves its audiences startled and breathless by the searing beauty of Puccini's melodies. Eight performances are scheduled from November 13 through 28 at the California Theatre, 345 South First Street in downtown San José. Tickets are on sale at the Opera San José Box Office, by phone at (408) 437-4450 or online at www.operasj.org. Tosca is made possible, in part, by a Cultural Affairs Grant from the City of San José.
The King’s Head Theatre Relaunches as London's Little Opera House
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
London's very first fringe venue, the King's Head Theatre, opened in 1970 in the back room of a Victorian pub in Islington by maverick American Dan?Crawford, was the first pub theatre in England since the days of Shakespeare. Now the creative baton at this legendary venue has been handed over to an award-winning Australian producer-director, Adam Spreadbury-Maher, and his appointment as Artistic Director, heralds major changes.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
London's very first fringe venue, the King's Head Theatre, opened in 1970 in the back room of a Victorian pub in Islington by maverick American Dan?Crawford, was the first pub theatre in England since the days of Shakespeare. Now the creative baton at this legendary venue has been handed over to an award-winning Australian producer-director, Adam Spreadbury-Maher, and his appointment as Artistic Director, heralds major changes.
Auditorio Nacional Presents Don Pasquale, 11/13
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
13 de noviembre 12:00 horas Don Pasquale De: Donizetti Director: James Levine Cantantes: Anna Netrebko, Matthew Polenzani, Mariusz Kwiecien, John Del Carlo
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2010
13 de noviembre 12:00 horas Don Pasquale De: Donizetti Director: James Levine Cantantes: Anna Netrebko, Matthew Polenzani, Mariusz Kwiecien, John Del Carlo
American Opera Projects Presents Our Basic Nature 12/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 12, 2010
Our Basic Nature excerpts from an opera-in-process with Music by John Glover and Libretto by Kelley Rourke
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 12, 2010
Our Basic Nature excerpts from an opera-in-process with Music by John Glover and Libretto by Kelley Rourke
Soprano Twyla Robinson To Make NY Philharmonic Debut in Mendelssohn's Elijah
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2010
Soprano Twyla Robinson will make her New York Philharmonic debut in Mendelssohn's Elijah, led by Music Director Alan Gilbert, Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 11, at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, November 13, at 8:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2010
Soprano Twyla Robinson will make her New York Philharmonic debut in Mendelssohn's Elijah, led by Music Director Alan Gilbert, Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 11, at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, November 13, at 8:00 p.m.
Opera Breve to Present New Production of HANSEL & GRETEL 11/11, 11/13
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2010
Opera Breve will present a new production of HANSEL & GRETEL, the opera classic by Engelbert Humperdinck based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, November 11th and 13th at 7 p.m. at St. Michael's Parish House, 225 West 99th Street (between Broadway & Amsterdam).
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2010
Opera Breve will present a new production of HANSEL & GRETEL, the opera classic by Engelbert Humperdinck based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, November 11th and 13th at 7 p.m. at St. Michael's Parish House, 225 West 99th Street (between Broadway & Amsterdam).
Photo Coverage: Singers Kasarova, Cangemi and Hartero in Alcina in Vienna
by BWW Photo Special - November 10, 2010
Singers Vesselina Kasarova, Veronica Cangemi and Anja Harteros (L-R) perform on stage as Ruggiero, Morgana and Alcina during a dress rehearsal of George Frideric Handel's opera Alcina at the state opera house in Vienna November 10, 2010. The opera is conducted by Marc Minkowski and will premiere on November 14. REUTERS/Herwig Prammer
by BWW Photo Special - November 10, 2010
Singers Vesselina Kasarova, Veronica Cangemi and Anja Harteros (L-R) perform on stage as Ruggiero, Morgana and Alcina during a dress rehearsal of George Frideric Handel's opera Alcina at the state opera house in Vienna November 10, 2010. The opera is conducted by Marc Minkowski and will premiere on November 14. REUTERS/Herwig Prammer
Opera Breve Presents HANSEL AND GRETEL, 11/11-13
by Nicole Rosky - November 10, 2010
Opera Breve presents a new production of HANSEL & GRETEL, the enchanting opera classic by Engelbert Humperdinck based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, November 11th and 13th at 7 p.m. at St. Michael's Parish House, 225 West 99th Street (between Broadway & Amsterdam).
by Nicole Rosky - November 10, 2010
Opera Breve presents a new production of HANSEL & GRETEL, the enchanting opera classic by Engelbert Humperdinck based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, November 11th and 13th at 7 p.m. at St. Michael's Parish House, 225 West 99th Street (between Broadway & Amsterdam).
Photo Coverage: Singers Francis and Karthaeuser perform on stage during a dress rehearsal of Mozart's opera La finta giardiniera in Vienna
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2010
Singers Jeffrey Francis (L) and Sophie Karthaeuser perform on stage during a dress rehearsal of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera La finta giardiniera at Theater an der Wien in Vienna late evening November 9, 2010. The opera is conducted by the Rene Jacobs and will have its premiere on November 12.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2010
Singers Jeffrey Francis (L) and Sophie Karthaeuser perform on stage during a dress rehearsal of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera La finta giardiniera at Theater an der Wien in Vienna late evening November 9, 2010. The opera is conducted by the Rene Jacobs and will have its premiere on November 12.
Photo Flash: COSI FAN TUTTE Opens at the Met
by BWW Photo Special - November 09, 2010
William Shimell will sing the role of Don Alfonso in Mozart's Così fan tutte for all performances this season, replacing Wolfgang Holzmair who is suffering from a sinus infection. Mr. Shimell previously sang the role during the 1996-1997 season.
by BWW Photo Special - November 09, 2010
William Shimell will sing the role of Don Alfonso in Mozart's Così fan tutte for all performances this season, replacing Wolfgang Holzmair who is suffering from a sinus infection. Mr. Shimell previously sang the role during the 1996-1997 season.
OUR BASIC NATURE Plays The Greene Space At WNYC
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 09, 2010
AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) will present a workshop of the new one-act opera Our Basic Nature, based on the extraordinary true story of a psychotherapist who for 12 years raised a chimpanzee named Lucy as his own daughter.
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 09, 2010
AMERICAN OPERA PROJECTS (AOP) will present a workshop of the new one-act opera Our Basic Nature, based on the extraordinary true story of a psychotherapist who for 12 years raised a chimpanzee named Lucy as his own daughter.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory For Cosi fan tutte
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2010
William Shimell will sing the role of Don Alfonso in Mozart's Cosi fan tutte for all performances this season, replacing Wolfgang Holzmair who is suffering from a sinus infection.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2010
William Shimell will sing the role of Don Alfonso in Mozart's Cosi fan tutte for all performances this season, replacing Wolfgang Holzmair who is suffering from a sinus infection.
William Christie Makes His Met Debut Conducting Così fan tutte 11/9
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2010
Renowned baroque specialist William Christie will make his Metropolitan Opera debut conducting a revival of Mozart's Cosi fan tutte, which will begin performances November 9.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2010
Renowned baroque specialist William Christie will make his Metropolitan Opera debut conducting a revival of Mozart's Cosi fan tutte, which will begin performances November 9.
Metropolitan Opera Guild Remembers Founder, Eleanor Belmont 12/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 08, 2010
As the Metropolitan Opera Guild prepares to celebrate its diamond anniversary with a star-studded gala luncheon at New York's Waldorf=Astoria on December 7, it is time to reflect on the Guild's illustrious founder.
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 08, 2010
As the Metropolitan Opera Guild prepares to celebrate its diamond anniversary with a star-studded gala luncheon at New York's Waldorf=Astoria on December 7, it is time to reflect on the Guild's illustrious founder.
ALT Celebrates Opera Week with The Poe Project 10/29-11/7
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
American Lyric Theater is proud to join nearly 100 other opera organizations nationwide to celebrate National Opera Week (October 29 - November 7), organized by OPERA America, the national service organization for opera, with support of the National Endowment for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
American Lyric Theater is proud to join nearly 100 other opera organizations nationwide to celebrate National Opera Week (October 29 - November 7), organized by OPERA America, the national service organization for opera, with support of the National Endowment for the Arts.
20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
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 - November 07, 2010
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.
Village Light Opera Group presents IOLANTHE, 11/19
by Lauren Wolman - November 06, 2010
Friday, November 19, Village Light Opera presents Gilbert and Sullivan's Iolanthe at the Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts at Pace University.
by Lauren Wolman - November 06, 2010
Friday, November 19, Village Light Opera presents Gilbert and Sullivan's Iolanthe at the Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts at Pace University.
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Presents NORMA 11/6-11/14
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2010
The Lyric Opera of Kansas City continues its 53rd season after a record-breaking run of Carmen with the Company debut of Norma. Norma is the quintessential bel canto opera showcasing brilliant vocal singing and is the first Bellini opera ever produced by the Company. The production features a renowned cast of singers and The Kansas City Symphony conducted by Lyric Opera Artistic Director Ward Holmquist. Norma opens on Novembers 6, 2010 in celebration of National Opera Week October 29 - November 7, 2010. This will be the Company's final season in the Lyric Theatre. Beginning in the fall of 2011, the Lyric Opera will perform at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2010
The Lyric Opera of Kansas City continues its 53rd season after a record-breaking run of Carmen with the Company debut of Norma. Norma is the quintessential bel canto opera showcasing brilliant vocal singing and is the first Bellini opera ever produced by the Company. The production features a renowned cast of singers and The Kansas City Symphony conducted by Lyric Opera Artistic Director Ward Holmquist. Norma opens on Novembers 6, 2010 in celebration of National Opera Week October 29 - November 7, 2010. This will be the Company's final season in the Lyric Theatre. Beginning in the fall of 2011, the Lyric Opera will perform at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change Advisory For Cosi fan tutte
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 05, 2010
William Shimell will sing the role of Don Alfonso in Mozart's Cosi fan tutte for all performances this season, replacing Wolfgang Holzmair who is suffering from a sinus infection.
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 05, 2010
William Shimell will sing the role of Don Alfonso in Mozart's Cosi fan tutte for all performances this season, replacing Wolfgang Holzmair who is suffering from a sinus infection.
Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change For LA BOHEME Advisory
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2010
Takesha Meshe Kizart will make her Met debut as Musetta in Puccini's La Boheme on October 16. She also sings performances on October 20, 23, 28, November 1, and 5, replacing Kristine Opolais, who has withdrawn.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2010
Takesha Meshe Kizart will make her Met debut as Musetta in Puccini's La Boheme on October 16. She also sings performances on October 20, 23, 28, November 1, and 5, replacing Kristine Opolais, who has withdrawn.
Photo Flash: CARMEN Opens at the Met
by BWW Photo Special - November 04, 2010
Bizet's Carmen will return to the Metropolitan Opera on November 4 in Richard Eyre's critically acclaimed production, featuring star mezzo-soprano El?na Garan?a as the alluring Gypsy seductress; rising tenor Brandon Jovanovich as her lover and victim, Don José; Nicole Cabell as the innocent Micaëla; and John Relyea, singing the toreador Escamillo for the first time at the Met. English National Opera Music Director Edward Gardner, who is making his Met debut, will conduct all Carmen performances this season.
by BWW Photo Special - November 04, 2010
Bizet's Carmen will return to the Metropolitan Opera on November 4 in Richard Eyre's critically acclaimed production, featuring star mezzo-soprano El?na Garan?a as the alluring Gypsy seductress; rising tenor Brandon Jovanovich as her lover and victim, Don José; Nicole Cabell as the innocent Micaëla; and John Relyea, singing the toreador Escamillo for the first time at the Met. English National Opera Music Director Edward Gardner, who is making his Met debut, will conduct all Carmen performances this season.
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