Review: THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre/Klein Theatre
What did our critic think of THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre/Klein Theatre?
Washington, DC Opera News Coverage — Page 2
The latest news on performances of Opera in Washington, DC.
Review: TURANDOT performed by Washington National Opera at Kennedy Center
Incredibly rich in detail --from staging to technical aspects-- and emboldened with Puccini’s soaring music and meticulous, intelligent direction by Francesca Zambello, Washington National Opera’s production of Turandot is a production for the ages.
Interview: Theatre Life with Katherine Goforth
Today’s subject Katherine Goforth is someone who can definitely be called a breakthrough artist to be sure.
Video: Director Mary Zimmerman on THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre Company
Shakespeare Theatre Company's final show this season is Mary Zimmerman's The Matchbox Magic Flute.
Washington National Opera Presents New Production Of TURANDOT With World Premiere Ending In May
Experience the new production of TURANDOT by Washington National Opera with a world premiere ending.
PORGY AND BESS, World Premieres & More Set for Washington National Opera 2024–2025 Season
The Washington National Opera will present a 2024–2025 season that pays tribute to the grand tradition of opera, while shaping its future with two new productions.
Review: SONGBIRD at Kennedy Center
There’s an awful lot of death in opera, Timothy O’Leary, the general director of Washington National Opera, lamented on a recent opening night.
Video: First Look at Ramin Karimloo & Isabel Leonard in Washington National Opera's SONGBIRD
Check out the new video of Ramin Karimloo's operatic debut in Washington National Opera's Songbird opposite Isabel Leonard, one of America’s leading mezzo-sopranos.
Photos: First Look at Ramin Karimloo & Isabel Leonard in Washington National Opera's SONGBIRD
BroadwayWorld has a first look at Ramin Karimloo's operatic debut in Washington National Opera's Songbird opposite Isabel Leonard, one of America’s leading mezzo-sopranos.
Robert Spano To Become Music Director Of Washington National Opera
Robert Spano will become Music Director of Washington National Opera.
Review: Audra McDonald in Concert with The National Symphony Orchestra at Kennedy Center Concert Hall
Audra McDonald has (at least) four voices--Broadway, jazz, opera, blues--not to mention six Tonys.
Ramin Karimloo Will Make Operatic Debut in Washington National Opera's SONGBIRD
Ramin Karimloo will make his operatic debut in Washington National Opera's Songbird this March.
Review: AMERICAN OPERA INITIATIVE: Three 20-Minute Operas at Kennedy Center
What did our critic think of AMERICAN OPERA INITIATIVE: THREE 20-MINUTE OPERAS at Kennedy Center?
Anthony Kearns to Headline Celebration of Songwriter Brendan Graham at The National Concert Hall in Dublin
Joined by the National Symphony Orchestra, world-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns will sing the tenor role in 'You Raise Me Up - The Songs and Stories of Brendan Graham' at the National Concert Hall in Dublin.
VIDEO: Washington National Opera Presents The 11th Season Of American Opera Initiative Featuring Three World Premieres
Washington National Opera will present the 11th season of American Opera Initiative (AOI), an acclaimed initiative to commission and present new American operas, on January 19, 2024, at 7:00 p.
Review: THE LION, THE UNICORN, AND ME at Kennedy Center
Ten years ago, Washington National Opera (WNO) premiered a family opera about the events leading up to the birth of Jesus in a manger.
Interview: Theatre Life with Jeanine Tesori
Today’s subject Jeanine Tesori is a two-time Tony Award winning composer whose work spans the gamut from large scale and chamber musicals for Broadway to grand opera and beyond.
Review: SIR BRYN TERFEL at Kennedy Center
Sometimes it doesn't take much to make a reviewer happy and have an excellent musical experience.
Washington National Opera to Present The 11th Season Of American Opera Initiative Featuring Three World Premieres
Washington National Opera will present the 11th season of American Opera Initiative featuring three world premieres of 20-minute chamber operas.
Interview: Theatre Life with Sir Bryn Terfel
Today’s subject Sir Bryn Terfel is a Grammy, Classical Brit, and Gramophone Award–winning recording artist with a discography encompassing operas of Mozart, Wagner, and Strauss, and more than 15 solo discs including Lieder, American musical theatre, Welsh songs, and sacred repertory.
Review: ROMEO AND JULIET at Kennedy Center
The oft-told tale of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet which has been beloved throughout the ages and been interpreted and showcased in so many films, stage productions and even a ballet ---has been mounted by the Washington National Opera in an odd sort of manner.
Washington National Opera to Present THE LION, THE UNICORN, AND ME in December
Washington National Opera will present 'The Lion, the Unicorn, and Me,' a family opera retelling the Nativity story.
Review: GROUNDED at Kennedy Center
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Review Roundup: Jeanine Tesori's GROUNDED at the Washington National Opera
Washington National Opera opened its 2023–2024 season with the world premiere of Grounded.
Washington National Opera Presents Gounod's ROMEO & JULIET, November 4–18
Washington National Opera presents Gounod’s Romeo and Juliet, directed by Simon Godwin and starring Adam Smith and Rosa Feola.
Washington National Opera to Present GROUNDED World Premiere by Jeanine Tesori and George Brant
Experience the world premiere of GROUNDED, an exciting new production by Jeanine Tesori and George Brant, at the Washington National Opera.
Review: LA BOHÈME at Kennedy Center
The glorious music of Puccini remains the principal reason to see the Washington National Opera’s (WNO)current production of the beloved classic opera La bohème.
Washington National Opera Reveals Two New Appointments
Washington National Opera has announced two new appointments that will oversee the newly defined Artistic and Production departments.
Washington National Names 2023-2024 Cafritz Young Artists
Washington National Opera has announced the appointment of the 2023–2024 Cafritz Young Artists.
Review: BLUE at Eisenhower Theater
What did our critic think of BLUE at Eisenhower Theater?
Ramin Karimloo, Tesori & Brant World Premiere & More Set for Washington National Opera 2023–2024 Season
Washington National Opera has announced its 2023-24 season featuring the world premiere of Tesori's Grounded and more.
Washington Concert Opera Presents Verdi's Masterpiece NABUCCO
On Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 6:00 p.
Opera Lafayette to Present PERGOLESI! as Part of 2022/23 Season Dedicated to The Era of Madame de Pompadour
On Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 7:30pm, Opera Lafayette will present Pergolesi!, part of their 2022/23 season dedicated to The Era of Madame de Pompadour.
Washington National Opera Presents Tenth Season Of American Opera Initiative, January 21
Washington National Opera (WNO) presents the tenth season of its acclaimed American Opera Initiative (AOI) with world premieres of three new operas on January 21, 2023, at 7:00 p.
Christopher Cano Joins Washington National Opera As The Director Of The Cafritz Young Artists And American Opera Initiative
Christopher Cano will join Washington National Opera (WNO) as the Director of the Cafritz Young Artists (CYA) and American Opera Initiative (AOI) in September ahead of the WNO's 2022–2023 season.
BWW Review: CARMEN at The Kennedy Center
While this production of 'Carmen' is very traditional on its face, the thoughtfulness and sheer talent packed into this performance elevates it to something far more engaging, and absolutely enchanting.
Wolf Trap Opera Announces World Premiere Of Edward W. Hardy's BORN FREE
Wolf Trap Opera has announced the world premiere of BORN FREE, composed by Edward W.
Vienna Volksoper Presents European Premiere of Tod Machover's 2018 Opera SCHOENBERG IN HOLLYWOOD
Tod Machover's visionary opera Schoenberg in Hollywood, will have its European Premiere at the Vienna Volksoper on April 9, with performances through April 24.
Washington Concert Opera Presents GLUCK'S ORPHEE
Washington Concert Opera and Maestro Antony Walker will continue their 35th season with Christoph Willibald Gluck's Orphée on Sunday, April 24 at 6 p.
Washington National Opera Announces 2022–2023 Season
As General Director Timothy 2 O’Leary and Artistic Director Francesca Zambello announced today, the company’s 2022– 2023 season balances groundbreaking new work with audience favorites.
