Opera Philadelphia To Offer A Free Stream Of David T. Little's SOLDIERS SONGS
In recognition of Veterans Day and the 20th anniversary of David T.
Philadelphia Opera News Coverage
The latest news on performances of Opera in Philadelphia.
SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER to Make Philadelphia Debut at Forrest Theatre
Courtney Bryan's operatic debut, based on Tennessee Williams' Southern Gothic drama, arrives in Philadelphia following its world premiere.
Opera Philadelphia's COMPLICATIONS IN SUE by Michael R. Jackson Will Be Released
BCM&D Records has announced the release of Complications in Sue, the world premiere recording of the opera by Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning playwright Michael R.
MITRIDATE, RE DI PONTO to Lead Opera Philadelphia's Pick Your Price Sale
Opera Philadelphia will offer Pick Your Price tickets starting at $11 for its season-opening productions, including a Mozart work and a new opera based on a Tennessee Williams play.
THE MONTH OF MODERNS to Close The Crossing's 21st Season with World Premieres
The Crossing, the four-time Grammy-winning choir conducted by Donald Nally, will present THE MONTH OF MODERNS, a series of Philadelphia concerts featuring world premieres and works marking 250 years of American Independence.
AIDA, SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER, and More Set For Opera Philadelphia 2026-2027 Season
Opera Philadelphia announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring five new productions including works by Mozart, Verdi, and the Gershwins, plus world and Philadelphia premieres of new operas.
Davóne Tines Will Lead Philadelphia Premiere of THE BLACK CLOWN at Miller Theater
Opera Philadelphia will present the Philadelphia premiere of THE BLACK CLOWN, a music theater work set to Langston Hughes' poetry, with bass-baritone Davóne Tines in the title role at the Miller Theater.
Temple University and Opera Philadelphia Reveal New Partnership
Temple University and Opera Philadelphia signed an agreement to collaborate on new opera recordings via Boyer College's BCM&D Records and student entrepreneurship initiatives in arts marketing and administration.
Tempesta Di Mare To Present LE DONNE MUSICALI: ITALIAN WOMEN’S MUSIC FROM THE BAROQUE
Tempesta di Mare, the Philadelphia-based baroque orchestra, will present LE DONNE MUSICALI: ITALIAN WOMEN’S MUSIC FROM THE BAROQUE February 27 through March 1 at venues throughout the Greater Philadelphia area.
Opera Philadelphia Extends Contracts for Anthony Roth Costanzo and Corrado Rovaris
Opera Philadelphia has confirmed the extension of contracts for General Director Anthony Roth Costanzo and Music Director Corrado Rovaris until May 2029.
Opera Philadelphia And Jean-Georges Philadelphia Partner To Present An Immersive Dinner Experience
Jean-Georges Philadelphia, in a first-of-its kind collaboration with Opera Philadelphia, will present an exclusive one-night-only immersive dinner.
Opera Philadelphia Renews $11 Pick Your Price Ticket Offer for 2025-2026 Season
Opera Philadelphia has announced the return of its 'Pick Your Price' ticketing initiative for the 2025-2026 season, allowing audiences to attend any performance for $11 or more.
Michael R. Jackson's COMPLICATIONS IN SUE Opera and More Set for Philadelphia Opera 2025/26 Season
Opera Philadelphia has revealed the lineup for its upcoming 2025-2026 Season.
Opera Philadelphia Will Offer $11 Tickets as Part of 'Pick Your Price' Initiative
All tickets for every performance of Opera Philadelphia's 2024-2025 Season will be available for $11, or a higher price of your choosing, as part of a new initiative called Pick Your Price.
Opera Philadelphia to Present Free Concert at Dilworth Park in June
Opera Philadelphia will host a free concert at Dilworth Park on June 20, offering a preview of their 50th season with performances by featured artists and orchestra members.
Opera Philadelphia Appoints Anthony Roth Costanzo As General Director And President
Opera Philadelphia welcomes Anthony Roth Costanzo as the new General Director and President, marking a new era for the renowned opera company.
New MADAME BUTTERFLY Closes Opera Philadelphia Season
Experience a fresh take on the classic opera, MADAME BUTTERFLY, as it marks the end of the Opera Philadelphia season from April 26 to May 5.
Opera Philadelphia to Present Karen Slack In TO SIT AND DREAM Celebrating Black Composers
Karen Slack will be the featured soloist in To Sit and Dream, presented by Opera Philadelphia as part of its Sounds of America series.
Video: Get A First Look At Opera Philadelphia's THE LISTENERS
Preview Opera Philadelphia's upcoming American Premiere of The Listeners, the newest opera from the Philadelphia-born, Grammy-nominated composer Missy Mazzoli and librettist Royce Vavrek.
American Premiere of Missy Mazzoli & Royce Varek's THE LISTENERS Kicks Off Opera Philadelphia's 2024-2025 Season
Opera Philadelphia's 2024-2025 Season begins in September with the highly anticipated American Premiere of The Listeners, the newest opera from the Philadelphia-born, Grammy-nominated composer Missy Mazzoli and librettist Royce Vavrek.
Opera Philadelphia to Honor Outgoing General Director David B. Devan With Fundraising Event
Opera Philadelphia honors outgoing General Director David B.
East Passyunk Opera Project Teams Up With Top Dog Cocktails For Night Of Opera, Art And Cocktails
East Passyunk Opera Project teams up with Society Hill Dance Academy and Top Dog Cocktails to present Love Notes 3: Notes to Self on Saturday, January 13th with shows at 6:30pm and 9:30pm.
Renowned American Baritone Timothy McDevitt To Lead Reading Symphony Holiday Pops
Renowned baritone Timothy McDevitt leads 'Pops Home for the Holidays' with the Reading Symphony Orchestra.
Composer Rene Orth's 10 DAYS IN A MADHOUSE to Receive World Premiere At Opera Philadelphia
Experience the world premiere of Composer Rene Orth's 10 Days in a Madhouse at Opera Philadelphia.
COMPOSING THE FUTURE Is Now Streaming on The Opera Philadelphia Channel
In Composing the Future, a documentary now streaming for free on the Opera Philadelphia Channel, the company looks back on how that reputation was earned through the company's unique Composer in Residence program, which launched in 2011 as the nation's first comprehensive training program for ar
Eight Resident Composers Reunite For March 18 Opera Philadelphia Concert
Over the past decade, Opera Philadelphia has garnered a reputation as one of the nation's most innovative opera companies and a proponent of new opera written by a fresh generation of American composers.
Video: Watch the Trailer for UNHOLY WARS at Opera Philadelphia
Watch the trailer for Unholy Wars at Opera Philadelphia!
Gina Range Joins Opera Philadelphia As Vice President Of Development
Opera Philadelphia announced today the appointment of Gina Range as Vice President of Development.
Academy of Vocal Arts to Present Production of DON PASQUALE Set In 1960s South Philadelphia
Philadelphia's prestigious Academy of Vocal Arts will present Gaetano Donizetti's 'opera buffa' Don Pasquale this February - with a hometown twist.
The Academy Of Vocal Arts to Present Verdi's LA TRAVIATA in November
The Academy of Vocal Arts will open its 88th opera season with Verdi's La traviata.
Opera Philadelphia Debuts A Schedule Of Free Programming Around FESTIVAL O22
The city again becomes a stage as Festival O22 returns this fall with Otello at the Academy of Music, The Raven at the Miller Theater, Afternoons at AVA, and a celebration of Opera on Film at the Philadelphia Film Center, culminating with a hybrid live-music and screening of Black Lodge.
New Opera about Robert Moses & Jane Jacobs, A MARVELOUS ORDER, Will Be Presented at Penn State University
ADH Theatricals has announced the world premiere of A Marvelous Order on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Penn State University’s Center for the Performing Arts.
Opera Philadelphia's Festival O to Return in September
Excitement is building for the return of Opera Philadelphia’s Festival O after a three-year hiatus.
Single Tickets To Opera Philadelphia's Entire 2022-2023 Season Go On Sale This Tuesday, July 19
Single tickets for Opera Philadelphia's 2022–2023 Season go on sale Tuesday, July 19, when opera fans can curate their experience with a wide array of options, starting with the much-anticipated return of the company's season-opening Festival O22, which takes the stage after a two-year hiatus, exp
LA BOHEME To Return To Philadelphia This Spring
La bohème will return to the AVA stage, April 28-May 14, 2022, performed by their award-winning Resident Artists.
AVA Announces Three Upcoming Performances
The flowers will be in bloom as the sound of opera echoes throughout Philadelphia.
Opera Philadelphia to Return to the Stage With OEDIPUS REX and LILACS
Rovaris will marshal the company’s musical forces once again on Friday, Jan.
Opera Philadelphia to Stream Mozart's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO, October 22
September marks two years since Opera Philadelphia's orchestra, chorus, staff, and principal singers have gathered at the historic Academy of Music to produce opera.
James Darrah's LA VOIX Film Starring Patricia Racette Premieres September 24
This fall, the star soprano takes her acclaimed interpretation of Elle from the stage to the screen in a new film adaptation of the French monodrama, streaming on the Opera Philadelphia Channel beginning on Friday, September 24.
Lawrence Brownlee & Michael Spyres to Star in AN EVENING OF VOCAL FIREWORKS
An Evening of Vocal Fireworks” spotlights the incredible talents of tenors Lawrence Brownlee and Michael Spyres in friendly sing-off on Thursday, Aug.
