The Met's Electronic Music Performance Series 'Sonic Cloisters' Continues July 8
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
Each artist or pair of artists will present an exclusive, site-specific production inspired by The Met's medieval art collection and the singular architecture of the cloisters and gardens. The series is conceived by MetLiveArts in collaboration with Shawn Schwartz, founder of the famed Brooklyn electronic music venues Halcyon and Output.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
Each artist or pair of artists will present an exclusive, site-specific production inspired by The Met's medieval art collection and the singular architecture of the cloisters and gardens. The series is conceived by MetLiveArts in collaboration with Shawn Schwartz, founder of the famed Brooklyn electronic music venues Halcyon and Output.
BWW Review: Beethoven Rises from the Dead at Green-Wood Cemetery Thanks to Violinist Gil Shaham, The Knights and “Death of Classical”
by Richard Sasanow - June 29, 2021
Pre-Covid, to quote an old groaner, people were dying to get into Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery for the Angel’s Share concert series spearheaded by Andrew Ousley, producer of “Death of Classical.” The latest concert, on June 25, starred violinist Gil Shaham and The Knights ensemble in a sparkling 'pocket edition' of Beethoven's Violin Concerto in D.
by Richard Sasanow - June 29, 2021
Pre-Covid, to quote an old groaner, people were dying to get into Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery for the Angel’s Share concert series spearheaded by Andrew Ousley, producer of “Death of Classical.” The latest concert, on June 25, starred violinist Gil Shaham and The Knights ensemble in a sparkling 'pocket edition' of Beethoven's Violin Concerto in D.
VIDEO: Composer Cristina Spinei Releases Recordings As NFTs For 'Complete Control' Over Distribution
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
Composer Cristina Spinei has released Prelude is the first new work for full orchestra on the blockchain. It was composed for Gateway Chamber Orchestra and conductor Gregory Wolynec.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
Composer Cristina Spinei has released Prelude is the first new work for full orchestra on the blockchain. It was composed for Gateway Chamber Orchestra and conductor Gregory Wolynec.
San Diego Opera Announces 2021-2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2021
San Diego Opera has announced its 2021-2022 season, which returns to theatres indoors, after a reduced 2020-2021 season that saw the Company perform innovative drive-in productions during the global coronavirus pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2021
San Diego Opera has announced its 2021-2022 season, which returns to theatres indoors, after a reduced 2020-2021 season that saw the Company perform innovative drive-in productions during the global coronavirus pandemic.
Photo Flash: Check Out The New Hungarian State Opera Production of ANDREA CHENIER on OperaVision
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2021
The new Hungarian State Opera production of Andrea Chénier, the masterpiece by Umberto Giordano is available to view on OperaVision between 2 July 2021 (from 7:00 p.m. CET) and 2 January 2022.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2021
The new Hungarian State Opera production of Andrea Chénier, the masterpiece by Umberto Giordano is available to view on OperaVision between 2 July 2021 (from 7:00 p.m. CET) and 2 January 2022.
BWW Review: COSI FAN TUTTE at Opera Wroclaw
by Natalia Jarczynska - June 28, 2021
Opera is not always easy to digest, but this piece is an ideal start for beginners. Perfectly well prepared, full of life and elegance will be a wonderful evening that you can spend surrounded by high culture. It is a lively, cheerful and lively spectacle.
by Natalia Jarczynska - June 28, 2021
Opera is not always easy to digest, but this piece is an ideal start for beginners. Perfectly well prepared, full of life and elegance will be a wonderful evening that you can spend surrounded by high culture. It is a lively, cheerful and lively spectacle.
Houston Grand Opera to Host Jonas Kaufmann in One Night Only Concert and Gala Event
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2021
Houston Grand Opera has announced An Evening with Jonas Kaufmann, a special, one-night event with international tenor Jonas Kaufmann on October 6, 2021, at the Wortham Theater Center. Kaufmann’s highly anticipated HGO debut, and first-ever Houston performance, is the chance of a lifetime for opera lovers.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2021
Houston Grand Opera has announced An Evening with Jonas Kaufmann, a special, one-night event with international tenor Jonas Kaufmann on October 6, 2021, at the Wortham Theater Center. Kaufmann’s highly anticipated HGO debut, and first-ever Houston performance, is the chance of a lifetime for opera lovers.
VIDEO: Washington National Opera Streams SLOPERA! A Bite-Sized Opera For Kids Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2021
SLOPERA! A Bite-Sized Opera is based on Mo Willems’ book I Really Like Slop! that brings Elephant and Piggie to a place they’ve always belonged: the opera! Elephant and Piggie are best friends, but what happens to besties when they find out they might not be able to share everything together?
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2021
SLOPERA! A Bite-Sized Opera is based on Mo Willems’ book I Really Like Slop! that brings Elephant and Piggie to a place they’ve always belonged: the opera! Elephant and Piggie are best friends, but what happens to besties when they find out they might not be able to share everything together?
VIDEO: Angela Bassett Narrates LA Opera's JOIN OUR SONG Short
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2021
In a new short, LA Opera celebrates a return to the stage with a video short inviting us to join their song, as narrated by the incomparable Angela Bassett.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2021
In a new short, LA Opera celebrates a return to the stage with a video short inviting us to join their song, as narrated by the incomparable Angela Bassett.
White Snake Projects Announces A SURVIVOR'S ODYSSEY - The Third Virtual Opera in Their Pandemic Trilogy
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2021
Following the resounding success of the virtual opera Death by Life, treating the subjects of long-term incarceration and systemic racism, Cerise Jacobs and her activist opera company White Snake Projects have announced their third live virtual world premiere opera since the beginning of the pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2021
Following the resounding success of the virtual opera Death by Life, treating the subjects of long-term incarceration and systemic racism, Cerise Jacobs and her activist opera company White Snake Projects have announced their third live virtual world premiere opera since the beginning of the pandemic.
Opera Italiana Is In The Air Presents REBIRTH! An Open-Air Concert
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
On Monday June 28th at 7:00 PM, Opera Italiana is in the Air returns to Central Park to present a special, one-night only, open-air performance of beloved Italian opera classics under the baton of Maestro Alvise Casellati at the newly reopened Naumburg Bandshell.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
On Monday June 28th at 7:00 PM, Opera Italiana is in the Air returns to Central Park to present a special, one-night only, open-air performance of beloved Italian opera classics under the baton of Maestro Alvise Casellati at the newly reopened Naumburg Bandshell.
Pittsburgh Festival Opera's Hans and Leslie Fleischner Young Artists Program Announces Summer Concerts
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Pittsburgh Festival Opera's Hans and Leslie Fleischner Young Artists Program will offer favorite opera arias and ensembles, as well as Broadway standards, throughout the month of July, kicking off with 'Piazza in the Park' on July 2 at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Pittsburgh Festival Opera's Hans and Leslie Fleischner Young Artists Program will offer favorite opera arias and ensembles, as well as Broadway standards, throughout the month of July, kicking off with 'Piazza in the Park' on July 2 at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Royal Opera's LA BOHÈME from 25 June 2021
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Puccini's opera of passion, friendship and heartbreak – one of the best-loved operas worldwide – featuring Anna Princeva, Joshua Guerrero and Danielle de Niese.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Puccini's opera of passion, friendship and heartbreak – one of the best-loved operas worldwide – featuring Anna Princeva, Joshua Guerrero and Danielle de Niese.
VIDEO: Get A Sneak Peek at LA Opera's Signature Recitals Featuring Russell Thomas, Susan Graham and J'Nai Bridges
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Get a sneak peek at three of our Signature Recitals featuring Russell Thomas, Susan Graham and J'Nai Bridges. Hurry, you must purchase access by June 30th and watch by July 1st.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Get a sneak peek at three of our Signature Recitals featuring Russell Thomas, Susan Graham and J'Nai Bridges. Hurry, you must purchase access by June 30th and watch by July 1st.
VIDEO: Get Vocal Tips for Opera Singers From Danielle de Niese at The Royal Opera House
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Australian-American soprano Danielle de Niese leads a masterclass with three artists of the National Opera Studio – Judith Le Breuilly, Thomas Hopkinson and Monica McGhee – exploring repertoire by Mozart, Rossini, Strauss, Verdi and Massenet.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Australian-American soprano Danielle de Niese leads a masterclass with three artists of the National Opera Studio – Judith Le Breuilly, Thomas Hopkinson and Monica McGhee – exploring repertoire by Mozart, Rossini, Strauss, Verdi and Massenet.
Irish National Opera Announces 2021-22 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Irish National Opera’s 2021-22 season is its biggest ever, and its most diverse. The branching out includes the company’s largest-ever outdoor undertaking, Richard Strauss’s epic Elektra, in the atmospheric setting of the Castle Yard in Kilkenny with Belfast soprano Giselle Allen making her INO debut as the vengeful heroine.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2021
Irish National Opera’s 2021-22 season is its biggest ever, and its most diverse. The branching out includes the company’s largest-ever outdoor undertaking, Richard Strauss’s epic Elektra, in the atmospheric setting of the Castle Yard in Kilkenny with Belfast soprano Giselle Allen making her INO debut as the vengeful heroine.
Sarasota Opera Board Of Trustees Elects 2021-22 Officers
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2021
Sarasota Opera has announced the election of new officers to its Board of Trustees. Waldron “Wally” Kraemer has been elected Chair for a two-year term, succeeding Syble Di Girolamo who served from 2019 to 2021. Mr. Kraemer has served on the board since 2014, most recently as Vice Chair.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2021
Sarasota Opera has announced the election of new officers to its Board of Trustees. Waldron “Wally” Kraemer has been elected Chair for a two-year term, succeeding Syble Di Girolamo who served from 2019 to 2021. Mr. Kraemer has served on the board since 2014, most recently as Vice Chair.
VIDEO: National Opera Studio Presents A Masterclass with Danielle de Niese
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2021
Australian-American soprano Danielle de Niese leads a masterclass with three artists of the National Opera Studio – Judith Le Breuilly, Thomas Hopkinson and Monica McGhee – exploring repertoire by Mozart, Rossini, Strauss, Verdi and Massenet.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2021
Australian-American soprano Danielle de Niese leads a masterclass with three artists of the National Opera Studio – Judith Le Breuilly, Thomas Hopkinson and Monica McGhee – exploring repertoire by Mozart, Rossini, Strauss, Verdi and Massenet.
BWW Reivew: OTSL Gerdine Young Artists Shine in CENTER STAGE'
by Steve Callahan - June 21, 2021
The Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents their Gerdine Young Artists in a dazzling evening of opera. It's all dessert and no dull vegetables.
by Steve Callahan - June 21, 2021
The Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents their Gerdine Young Artists in a dazzling evening of opera. It's all dessert and no dull vegetables.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For Connecticut Lyric Opera's Production Of LA BOHEME
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2021
Live opera will return this summer with Connecticut Lyric Opera's production of Giacomo Puccini's beloved masterwork La Bohème. The powerful story of love and selflessness, which inspired the Tony and Pulitzer Award-winning rock musical Rent, is presented in partnership with Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2021
Live opera will return this summer with Connecticut Lyric Opera's production of Giacomo Puccini's beloved masterwork La Bohème. The powerful story of love and selflessness, which inspired the Tony and Pulitzer Award-winning rock musical Rent, is presented in partnership with Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra.
New York City Opera to Present CARMEN as Part of Bryant Park Picnic Performances
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2021
Bryant Park Picnic Performances' season of free, live performances will continue on Friday, July 2 at 7pm with a fully-staged, one-hour abridged performance of Georges Bizet's beloved opera, Carmen, from the New York City Opera. This will be New York City Opera's first fully staged, hour-long adaptation performed this year.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2021
Bryant Park Picnic Performances' season of free, live performances will continue on Friday, July 2 at 7pm with a fully-staged, one-hour abridged performance of Georges Bizet's beloved opera, Carmen, from the New York City Opera. This will be New York City Opera's first fully staged, hour-long adaptation performed this year.
Riverside Opera Company Will Present PoPera Next Weekend
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2021
Special guest stars are Alison Madill, who appears singing your Broadway favorites along with Adeline Cherny and Jared Seaver winners of 'Staten Island Has Talent.'
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2021
Special guest stars are Alison Madill, who appears singing your Broadway favorites along with Adeline Cherny and Jared Seaver winners of 'Staten Island Has Talent.'
Photo Coverage: New York City Opera's 3rd Annual Pride in the Park
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - June 19, 2021
Check out photos from the event, which BroadwayWorld attended on June 18!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - June 19, 2021
Check out photos from the event, which BroadwayWorld attended on June 18!
Heartbeat Opera Announces Company Changes, Including Derrell Acon As Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2021
Heartbeat Opera has announced that starting July 1, 2021, bass-baritone Derrell Acon will become the company's first Associate Artistic Director. Acon will also serve part-time on the West Coast at Long Beach Opera as their Associate Artistic Director and Chief Impact Officer.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2021
Heartbeat Opera has announced that starting July 1, 2021, bass-baritone Derrell Acon will become the company's first Associate Artistic Director. Acon will also serve part-time on the West Coast at Long Beach Opera as their Associate Artistic Director and Chief Impact Officer.
New Production of THE ELIXIR OF LOVE to be Presented by Opera Maine This July
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2021
Opera Maine will celebrate a return to live opera with two performances July 28 and 30 at Merrill Auditorium. Under the direction of Artistic Director Dona D. Vaughn, the company will stage an original production of Gaetano Donizetti's endearing comic opera, L'elisir d'amore (The Elixir of Love.)
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2021
Opera Maine will celebrate a return to live opera with two performances July 28 and 30 at Merrill Auditorium. Under the direction of Artistic Director Dona D. Vaughn, the company will stage an original production of Gaetano Donizetti's endearing comic opera, L'elisir d'amore (The Elixir of Love.)
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