Richard Eyre’s Acclaimed Production of Carmen Returns to the Met
by BWW News Desk - 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 Jose; Nicole Cabell as the innocent Micaela; and John Relyea, singing the toreador Escamillo for the first time at the Met.
by BWW News Desk - 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 Jose; Nicole Cabell as the innocent Micaela; and John Relyea, singing the toreador Escamillo for the first time at the Met.
33 U.S. Opera Companies to Feature American Operas over the Next Two Seasons
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 03, 2010
During the 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 seasons, 33 U.S. opera companies both large and small and from coast to coast will perform works - including nine world premieres - by American composers, announced OPERA America, the national service organization for opera.
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 03, 2010
During the 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 seasons, 33 U.S. opera companies both large and small and from coast to coast will perform works - including nine world premieres - by American composers, announced OPERA America, the national service organization for opera.
The Met Celebrates 80th Radio Broadcast Season 12/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 03, 2010
The Metropolitan Opera celebrates its 80th season of Saturday Afternoon Radio Broadcasts-the longest-running classical music series in American broadcast history-with a 22-week season featuring many of the world's greatest operatic artists, beginning December 18.
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 03, 2010
The Metropolitan Opera celebrates its 80th season of Saturday Afternoon Radio Broadcasts-the longest-running classical music series in American broadcast history-with a 22-week season featuring many of the world's greatest operatic artists, beginning December 18.
Photo Coverage: Rehearsal of El Oro del Rin at the Maestranza theatre in the Andalusian capital of Seville
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2010
Cast members perform during a rehearsal of El Oro del Rin , an opera by German composer Richard Wagner, at the Maestranza theatre in the Andalusian capital of Seville November 2, 2010. The show will run November 4, 6, 8 and 10.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2010
Cast members perform during a rehearsal of El Oro del Rin , an opera by German composer Richard Wagner, at the Maestranza theatre in the Andalusian capital of Seville November 2, 2010. The show will run November 4, 6, 8 and 10.
Soprano Twyla Robinson To Make NY Philharmonic Debut in Mendelssohn's Elijah
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 02, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - November 02, 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.
William Christie Makes His Met Debut Conducting Così fan tutte 11/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 01, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - November 01, 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 Announces A Cast Change For LA BOHEME Advisory
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 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 01, 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.
Amore Opera opens its 2010-2011 Season With TOSCA 10/15-31
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2010
Amore Opera opens its 2010-2011 season with Giacomo Puccini's classic story of love and loss, Tosca, on October 15-31 at the Connelly Theatre (220 East 4 th Street). Tickets are $40 for general admission and $35 for students and seniors. Amore will also be offering family friendly 'Opera in Brief' matinee performances of Mozart's 'The Magic Flute.'
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2010
Amore Opera opens its 2010-2011 season with Giacomo Puccini's classic story of love and loss, Tosca, on October 15-31 at the Connelly Theatre (220 East 4 th Street). Tickets are $40 for general admission and $35 for students and seniors. Amore will also be offering family friendly 'Opera in Brief' matinee performances of Mozart's 'The Magic Flute.'
20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 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 - October 31, 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.
Photo Flash: Metropolitan Opera's DON PASQUALE
by Leslie Fazin - October 29, 2010
Anna Netrebko reprises her celebrated portrayal of Norina, the irresistible and clever romantic heroine of Don Pasquale, in a revival of Donizetti's comic opera that begins performances Friday, October 29. James Levine, in his first-ever performances of this opera, will conduct a cast that also features Matthew Polenzani as the lovelorn Ernesto, Mariusz Kwiecien as the duplicitous Dr. Malatesta, and John Del Carlo as the title character. Renowned Austrian director Otto Schenk will return to the Met to direct the first revival of his production, which The New York Times praised as 'wonderful' and 'insightful' when it premiered in 2006.
by Leslie Fazin - October 29, 2010
Anna Netrebko reprises her celebrated portrayal of Norina, the irresistible and clever romantic heroine of Don Pasquale, in a revival of Donizetti's comic opera that begins performances Friday, October 29. James Levine, in his first-ever performances of this opera, will conduct a cast that also features Matthew Polenzani as the lovelorn Ernesto, Mariusz Kwiecien as the duplicitous Dr. Malatesta, and John Del Carlo as the title character. Renowned Austrian director Otto Schenk will return to the Met to direct the first revival of his production, which The New York Times praised as 'wonderful' and 'insightful' when it premiered in 2006.
Opera Breve to Present New Production of HANSEL & GRETEL 11/11, 11/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 29, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - October 29, 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).
ALT Celebrates Opera Week with The Poe Project 10/29-11/7
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 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 - October 29, 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.
Anna Netrebko Returns to the Met in Don Pasquale 10/29
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2010
Anna Netrebko will reprise her celebrated portrayal of Norina, the irresistible and clever romantic heroine of Don Pasquale, in a revival of Donizetti's comic opera that begins performances Friday, October 29.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2010
Anna Netrebko will reprise her celebrated portrayal of Norina, the irresistible and clever romantic heroine of Don Pasquale, in a revival of Donizetti's comic opera that begins performances Friday, October 29.
Anna Netrebko Returns to Met in Don Pasquale
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 27, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - October 27, 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.
Photo Coverage: Press preview of Mozart's Don Giovanni opera in Bolshoi Theater
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2010
Guido Loconsolo as Leporello performs in a scene from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart s Don Giovanni opera. The opera is staged by Dmitry Chernyakov in the Bolshoi Theater.
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2010
Guido Loconsolo as Leporello performs in a scene from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart s Don Giovanni opera. The opera is staged by Dmitry Chernyakov in the Bolshoi Theater.
NYC Opera Presents PARALLEL PERCEPTIONS, 10/27-11/21
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2010
Beginning on October 27, New York City Opera will present Parallel Perceptions, a contemporary art exhibition that features the works of six visual artists that have been paired with productions from City Opera's 2010-11 season, including Leonard Bernstein's A Quiet Place; Richard Strauss's Intermezzo; Donizetti's The Elixir of Love; three one-act operas (Monodramas) by John Zorn, Arnold Schoenberg, and Morton Feldman; and Stephen Schwartz's Séance on a Wet Afternoon. Curated by accomplished artist and photo editor Naomi Ben-Shahar, the exhibition will take place during the fall and spring seasons and includes a series of additional paintings, sculptures, and photographs by Charles Ray, Pipilotti Rist, Tina Barney, Isaac Julian, Dash Snow and Kehinde Wiley.
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2010
Beginning on October 27, New York City Opera will present Parallel Perceptions, a contemporary art exhibition that features the works of six visual artists that have been paired with productions from City Opera's 2010-11 season, including Leonard Bernstein's A Quiet Place; Richard Strauss's Intermezzo; Donizetti's The Elixir of Love; three one-act operas (Monodramas) by John Zorn, Arnold Schoenberg, and Morton Feldman; and Stephen Schwartz's Séance on a Wet Afternoon. Curated by accomplished artist and photo editor Naomi Ben-Shahar, the exhibition will take place during the fall and spring seasons and includes a series of additional paintings, sculptures, and photographs by Charles Ray, Pipilotti Rist, Tina Barney, Isaac Julian, Dash Snow and Kehinde Wiley.
ALT Celebrates Opera Week with The Poe Project 10/29-11/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 26, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - October 26, 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.
Richard Eyre’s Acclaimed Production of Carmen Returns to the Met
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 26, 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 Jose; Nicole Cabell as the innocent Micaela; and John Relyea, singing the toreador Escamillo for the first time at the Met.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 26, 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 Jose; Nicole Cabell as the innocent Micaela; and John Relyea, singing the toreador Escamillo for the first time at the Met.
David McVicar's Critically Acclaimed Production of Il Trovatore Returns to the Met 10/26
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2010
David McVicar's production of Verdi's Il Trovatore will return to the Metropolitan Opera on Tuesday, October 26, headlined by Met stars Marcelo Álvarez as Manrico and Patricia Racette in her house role debut as Leonora.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2010
David McVicar's production of Verdi's Il Trovatore will return to the Metropolitan Opera on Tuesday, October 26, headlined by Met stars Marcelo Álvarez as Manrico and Patricia Racette in her house role debut as Leonora.
Photo Coverage: Dress rehearsal of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera Titus in Berlin
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2010
Actors perform during a dress rehearsal of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera Titus in Berlin, October 25, 2010. The opera is conducted by Christoph Hagel and has its premiere on October 29 in the German capital.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2010
Actors perform during a dress rehearsal of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera Titus in Berlin, October 25, 2010. The opera is conducted by Christoph Hagel and has its premiere on October 29 in the German capital.
Photo Flash: IL TROVATORE Opens at Metropolitan Opera
by BWW Photo Special - October 25, 2010
Verdi's Il Trovatore opens at The Metropolitan Opera on Tuesday, October 26.
by BWW Photo Special - October 25, 2010
Verdi's Il Trovatore opens at The Metropolitan Opera on Tuesday, October 26.
WINNERS Opens at Wexford Festival Opera 10/19-10/25
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2010
As part of its ShortWorks series, the 2010 Wexford Festival Opera will feature 'Winners' by U.S. composer Richard Wargo. Performances last approximately an hour and will take place on October 19/22/25 and 28th at 3:30pm in Whites Hotel, with tickets just €25.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2010
As part of its ShortWorks series, the 2010 Wexford Festival Opera will feature 'Winners' by U.S. composer Richard Wargo. Performances last approximately an hour and will take place on October 19/22/25 and 28th at 3:30pm in Whites Hotel, with tickets just €25.
Opera Orchestra of NY Presents 'La Navarraise' & 'Cavalleria Rusticana,' 10/25
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2010
The Opera Orchestra of New York opens its 2010-11 season on Monday, October 25 at 7:30 pm at Carnegie Hall with a double-bill of Massenet's La Navarraise starring tenor Roberto Alagna, mezzo-soprano Elena Garanea, and bass Ildar Abdrazakov and Pietro Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana starring Mr. Alagna, soprano Maria Guleghina, and mezzo-sopranos Krysty Swann and Mignon Dunn, conducted by Music Director Designate Alberto Veronesi. The concert features many important debuts including the company premiere of La Navarraise and Cavalleria rusticana; Music Director Designate Alberto Veronesi's Carnegie Hall and company debuts; the company debuts of soloists Robert Alagna, El?na Garan?a, Maria Guleghina, and Mignon Dunn, who returns to the stage for the first time since performing in Elektra at the Metropolitan Opera in 1994; and the young artist debut of mezzo-soprano Krysty Swann, a former member of the Opera Orchestra's Young Artist Program.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2010
The Opera Orchestra of New York opens its 2010-11 season on Monday, October 25 at 7:30 pm at Carnegie Hall with a double-bill of Massenet's La Navarraise starring tenor Roberto Alagna, mezzo-soprano Elena Garanea, and bass Ildar Abdrazakov and Pietro Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana starring Mr. Alagna, soprano Maria Guleghina, and mezzo-sopranos Krysty Swann and Mignon Dunn, conducted by Music Director Designate Alberto Veronesi. The concert features many important debuts including the company premiere of La Navarraise and Cavalleria rusticana; Music Director Designate Alberto Veronesi's Carnegie Hall and company debuts; the company debuts of soloists Robert Alagna, El?na Garan?a, Maria Guleghina, and Mignon Dunn, who returns to the stage for the first time since performing in Elektra at the Metropolitan Opera in 1994; and the young artist debut of mezzo-soprano Krysty Swann, a former member of the Opera Orchestra's Young Artist Program.
The Met In HD Broadcasts BORIS GODUNOV 10/24
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2010
The Metropolitan Opera follows its immensely successful season opener, Das Rheingold, with a classic tale of politics and power, Boris Godunov.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2010
The Metropolitan Opera follows its immensely successful season opener, Das Rheingold, with a classic tale of politics and power, Boris Godunov.
Peking Opera Company Presents Opera Classics, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2010
Qi Shu Fang Peking Opera Company (Qi Shu Fang, President & Ding Mei Kui, Artistic Director), Recipient of National Heritage Fellowship for the Arts, will present the 10th Annual Peking Opera Festival one performances only, featuring Qi Shu Fang and the Company is on Sunday, October 24th @ 7PM at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, NYU (566 LaGuardia Place at Washington Square South). This performance is part of the World Stage Series presented by the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, NYU.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2010
Qi Shu Fang Peking Opera Company (Qi Shu Fang, President & Ding Mei Kui, Artistic Director), Recipient of National Heritage Fellowship for the Arts, will present the 10th Annual Peking Opera Festival one performances only, featuring Qi Shu Fang and the Company is on Sunday, October 24th @ 7PM at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, NYU (566 LaGuardia Place at Washington Square South). This performance is part of the World Stage Series presented by the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, NYU.
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