Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change For LA BOHEME Advisory
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 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 She also sings performances on October 20, 23, 28, November 1, and 5, replacing Kristine Opolais, who has withdrawn.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 - October 23, 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 She also sings performances on October 20, 23, 28, November 1, and 5, replacing Kristine Opolais, who has withdrawn.
Arroyo, DiChiera, et al. Honored by NEA
by Nicole Rosky - October 22, 2010
The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Opera Honors awards ceremony and concert was held on Friday, October 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the Kennedy Center Opera House, Washington D.C. This year's honorees-soprano Martina Arroyo, general director David DiChiera, composer Philip Glass and music director Eve Queler-were acknowledged for their exceptional contributions to opera in America. Produced in cooperation with Washington National Opera and OPERA America, the NEA Opera Honors awards ceremony and concert was free and open to the public; approximately 2,000 people attended the event.
by Nicole Rosky - October 22, 2010
The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Opera Honors awards ceremony and concert was held on Friday, October 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the Kennedy Center Opera House, Washington D.C. This year's honorees-soprano Martina Arroyo, general director David DiChiera, composer Philip Glass and music director Eve Queler-were acknowledged for their exceptional contributions to opera in America. Produced in cooperation with Washington National Opera and OPERA America, the NEA Opera Honors awards ceremony and concert was free and open to the public; approximately 2,000 people attended the event.
The Met Live in HD Presents Boris Godunov In Theaters Worldwide 10/23
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2010
The Met: Live in HD continues its fifth season with Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov in movie theaters worldwide this Saturday, October 23 at 12:00 pm ET.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2010
The Met: Live in HD continues its fifth season with Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov in movie theaters worldwide this Saturday, October 23 at 12:00 pm ET.
Photo Flash: La bohème Opens at Dicapo Opera Theatre
by BWW Photo Special - October 21, 2010
Dicapo continues its 2010-11 season with a presentation of Puccini's beloved La bohème on October 15th thru October 23rd. This production is directed by Michael Capasso with sets by John Farrell, costumes by Angela Huff, and lighting by Susan Roth. Acclaimed conductor Samuel Bill leads the ensemble.
by BWW Photo Special - October 21, 2010
Dicapo continues its 2010-11 season with a presentation of Puccini's beloved La bohème on October 15th thru October 23rd. This production is directed by Michael Capasso with sets by John Farrell, costumes by Angela Huff, and lighting by Susan Roth. Acclaimed conductor Samuel Bill leads the ensemble.
WINNERS Opens at Wexford Festival Opera 10/19-10/25
by Samantha Toy - October 20, 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 Samantha Toy - October 20, 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.
Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change For LA BOHEME Advisory
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 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 - October 20, 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.
Anna Netrebko Returns to the Met in Don Pasquale 10/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 19, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - October 19, 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.
Estimated 1million Listeners Tune-in for Opening of the 59th Wexford Festival Opera
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2010
Wexford Opera House may only hold 771 seats, but Saturday night's opening performance of the 59th Wexford Festival Opera, the tragic lyric opera, 'Virginia' by Saverio Mercadante was broadcast live by RTÉ Lyric FM to 22 countries around the World via the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) - reaching an estimated 1 million listeners according to Head of Music and Euroradio at the EBU, Pierre-Yves Tribolet.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2010
Wexford Opera House may only hold 771 seats, but Saturday night's opening performance of the 59th Wexford Festival Opera, the tragic lyric opera, 'Virginia' by Saverio Mercadante was broadcast live by RTÉ Lyric FM to 22 countries around the World via the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) - reaching an estimated 1 million listeners according to Head of Music and Euroradio at the EBU, Pierre-Yves Tribolet.
Les Contes '’Hoffmann Returns To The Met Thru 10/19
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2010
Offenbach's Les Contes d'Hoffmann ("The Tales of Hoffmann") returns to the Met stage in last season's acclaimed production directed by Tony Award-winner Bartlett Sher, with Giuseppe Filianoti singing the title role for the first time at the Met. Ildar Abdrazakov, who sang the title role in last season's Met premiere of Verdi's Attila, makes his career role debut as the four villains.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2010
Offenbach's Les Contes d'Hoffmann ("The Tales of Hoffmann") returns to the Met stage in last season's acclaimed production directed by Tony Award-winner Bartlett Sher, with Giuseppe Filianoti singing the title role for the first time at the Met. Ildar Abdrazakov, who sang the title role in last season's Met premiere of Verdi's Attila, makes his career role debut as the four villains.
Estimated 1million Listeners Tune-in for Opening of the 59th Wexford Festival Opera
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 18, 2010
Wexford Opera House may only hold 771 seats, but Saturday night's opening performance of the 59th Wexford Festival Opera, the tragic lyric opera, 'Virginia' by Saverio Mercadante was broadcast live by RTÉ Lyric FM to 22 countries around the World via the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) - reaching an estimated 1 million listeners according to Head of Music and Euroradio at the EBU, Pierre-Yves Tribolet.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 18, 2010
Wexford Opera House may only hold 771 seats, but Saturday night's opening performance of the 59th Wexford Festival Opera, the tragic lyric opera, 'Virginia' by Saverio Mercadante was broadcast live by RTÉ Lyric FM to 22 countries around the World via the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) - reaching an estimated 1 million listeners according to Head of Music and Euroradio at the EBU, Pierre-Yves Tribolet.
American Opera Projects Presents Opera Grows in Brooklyn, 10/18
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2010
Two Brooklyn opera companies, American Opera Projects (AOP) and Opera On Tap (OOT), will present the sixth installment of their 'Opera Grows in Brooklyn' series, a 90-minute evening of opera scenes and songs. The evening will feature OPERA ELVIS: A LAMENT FOR THE KING a classical take on the works of Elvis Presley; scenes from HENRY'S WIFE by composer Randall Eng and ROSENKRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, based on the play by Tom Stoppard and adapted as an opera by composer/librettist Herschel Garfein; and 'A Poem Written For the Concrete Beneath the Bridge' by Caleb Burhans. The show will be held on Monday, October 18 at 8pm at Galapagos Art Space in Brooklyn's DUMBO neighborhood. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students/seniors) in advance at www.galapagosartspace.com and $25 at the door.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2010
Two Brooklyn opera companies, American Opera Projects (AOP) and Opera On Tap (OOT), will present the sixth installment of their 'Opera Grows in Brooklyn' series, a 90-minute evening of opera scenes and songs. The evening will feature OPERA ELVIS: A LAMENT FOR THE KING a classical take on the works of Elvis Presley; scenes from HENRY'S WIFE by composer Randall Eng and ROSENKRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, based on the play by Tom Stoppard and adapted as an opera by composer/librettist Herschel Garfein; and 'A Poem Written For the Concrete Beneath the Bridge' by Caleb Burhans. The show will be held on Monday, October 18 at 8pm at Galapagos Art Space in Brooklyn's DUMBO neighborhood. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students/seniors) in advance at www.galapagosartspace.com and $25 at the door.
Opera Grows in Brooklyn Presents Evening Featuring OPERA ELVIS 10/18
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2010
Two Brooklyn opera companies, American Opera Projects (AOP) and Opera On Tap (OOT), will present the sixth installment of their 'Opera Grows in Brooklyn' series, a 90-minute evening of opera scenes and songs. The evening will feature OPERA ELVIS: A LAMENT FOR THE KING a classical take on the works of Elvis Presley; scenes from HENRY'S WIFE by composer Randall Eng and ROSENKRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, based on the play by Tom Stoppard and adapted as an opera by composer/librettist Herschel Garfein; and 'A Poem Written For the Concrete Beneath the Bridge' by Caleb Burhans. The show will be held on Monday, October 18 at 8pm at Galapagos Art Space in Brooklyn's DUMBO neighborhood. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students/seniors) in advance at www.galapagosartspace.com and $25 at the door.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2010
Two Brooklyn opera companies, American Opera Projects (AOP) and Opera On Tap (OOT), will present the sixth installment of their 'Opera Grows in Brooklyn' series, a 90-minute evening of opera scenes and songs. The evening will feature OPERA ELVIS: A LAMENT FOR THE KING a classical take on the works of Elvis Presley; scenes from HENRY'S WIFE by composer Randall Eng and ROSENKRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, based on the play by Tom Stoppard and adapted as an opera by composer/librettist Herschel Garfein; and 'A Poem Written For the Concrete Beneath the Bridge' by Caleb Burhans. The show will be held on Monday, October 18 at 8pm at Galapagos Art Space in Brooklyn's DUMBO neighborhood. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students/seniors) in advance at www.galapagosartspace.com and $25 at the door.
Photo Coverage: LA BOHEME at the Met Opera
by Lauren Wolman - October 17, 2010
Takesha Meshé Kizart will make her Met debut as Musetta in Puccini's La Bohème on October 16. She also sings performances on October 20, 23, 28, November 1, and 5, replacing Kristine Opolais, who has withdrawn.
by Lauren Wolman - October 17, 2010
Takesha Meshé Kizart will make her Met debut as Musetta in Puccini's La Bohème on October 16. She also sings performances on October 20, 23, 28, November 1, and 5, replacing Kristine Opolais, who has withdrawn.
Metropolitan Opera Announces A Cast Change For LA BOHEME Advisory
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 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 - October 16, 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.
BAM Presents A HOUSE IN BALI 10/16
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2010
Evan Ziporyn's dynamic new multimedia opera A House in Bali is a vibrant tableau of visceral contradictions.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2010
Evan Ziporyn's dynamic new multimedia opera A House in Bali is a vibrant tableau of visceral contradictions.
59th Wexford Festival Opera Opens This Weekend, October 16th
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2010
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport, Mary Hanafin, T.D. to officially launch the Festival at 7pm on the Quays and attend ceremony in the Opera House to recognise the achievements of the Wexford Festival Foundation in raising over €5.3m in private donations towards the redevelopment costs of the new building.
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2010
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport, Mary Hanafin, T.D. to officially launch the Festival at 7pm on the Quays and attend ceremony in the Opera House to recognise the achievements of the Wexford Festival Foundation in raising over €5.3m in private donations towards the redevelopment costs of the new building.
Grigolo & Kovalevska Lead LA BOHEME's Returns to the Met Beginning 10/16
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2010
Puccini's classic love story La Bohème returns to the Metropolitan Opera on October 16 for an extended run of performances, starring some of opera's most celebrated young stars in the roles of Mimì and Rodolfo. Franco Zeffirelli's production, an audience favorite since 1981, will be conducted by Roberto Rizzi Brignoli in his Met debut.
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2010
Puccini's classic love story La Bohème returns to the Metropolitan Opera on October 16 for an extended run of performances, starring some of opera's most celebrated young stars in the roles of Mimì and Rodolfo. Franco Zeffirelli's production, an audience favorite since 1981, will be conducted by Roberto Rizzi Brignoli in his Met debut.
David McVicar's Critically Acclaimed Production of Il Trovatore Returns to the Met 10/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 15, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - October 15, 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.
Amore Opera opens its 2010-2011 Season With TOSCA 10/15-31
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 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 15, 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.'
59th Wexford Festival Opera Opens This Weekend, October 16th
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 14, 2010
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport, Mary Hanafin, T.D. to officially launch the Festival at 7pm on the Quays and attend ceremony in the Opera House to recognise the achievements of the Wexford Festival Foundation in raising over €5.3m in private donations towards the redevelopment costs of the new building.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 14, 2010
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport, Mary Hanafin, T.D. to officially launch the Festival at 7pm on the Quays and attend ceremony in the Opera House to recognise the achievements of the Wexford Festival Foundation in raising over €5.3m in private donations towards the redevelopment costs of the new building.
BAM Presents A HOUSE IN BALI 10/14
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2010
Evan Ziporyn's dynamic new multimedia opera A House in Bali is a vibrant tableau of visceral contradictions.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2010
Evan Ziporyn's dynamic new multimedia opera A House in Bali is a vibrant tableau of visceral contradictions.
Photo Coverage: Dress rehearsal of Hindemith's opera Cardillac in Vienna
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2010
Singers Juha Uusitalo (L) and Herbert Lippert (R) perform on stage during a dress rehearsal of Paul Hindemith's opera 'Cardillac' at the state opera house in Vienna October 13, 2010. The Opera is directed by Sven-Eric Bechtolf, conducted by Franz Welser-Moest, and will premiere on October 17.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2010
Singers Juha Uusitalo (L) and Herbert Lippert (R) perform on stage during a dress rehearsal of Paul Hindemith's opera 'Cardillac' at the state opera house in Vienna October 13, 2010. The Opera is directed by Sven-Eric Bechtolf, conducted by Franz Welser-Moest, and will premiere on October 17.
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Presents NORMA 11/6-11/14
by Samantha Toy - October 13, 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 Samantha Toy - October 13, 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.
Llorca's THE EMPTY HOURS Gets Lincoln Center Premiere, 11/19
by Erica Anker - October 12, 2010
In a world increasingly dominated by texts and tweets, a timely new opera will offer a digital-age take on the time-honored tragic heroine. 'The Empty Hours' (Las Horas Vacias) by acclaimed Spanish composer Ricardo Llorca will have its staged world premiere at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall on November 19th. The tale of a lonely woman whose obsession with the internet fuels an extraordinary fantasy world, 'The Empty Hours' will be presented by the New York Opera Society in a special, one-night only performance.
by Erica Anker - October 12, 2010
In a world increasingly dominated by texts and tweets, a timely new opera will offer a digital-age take on the time-honored tragic heroine. 'The Empty Hours' (Las Horas Vacias) by acclaimed Spanish composer Ricardo Llorca will have its staged world premiere at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall on November 19th. The tale of a lonely woman whose obsession with the internet fuels an extraordinary fantasy world, 'The Empty Hours' will be presented by the New York Opera Society in a special, one-night only performance.
The Met In HD Broadcasts BORIS GODUNOV 10/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2010
The Metropolitan Opera follows its immensely successful season opener, Das Rheingold, with a classic tale of politics and power, Boris Godunov.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2010
The Metropolitan Opera follows its immensely successful season opener, Das Rheingold, with a classic tale of politics and power, Boris Godunov.
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