Benjamin Britten
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Review: THE OPERA LOCOS, Sadler's Wells (Feb 26, 2026)
Apollo•5 to Embark On Two-Week USA Tour With Concerts In Colorado, Virginia and More (Feb 23, 2026)
Apollo•5 To Launch U.S. Tour With Performances And Education Events (Feb 23, 2026)
Review: THE OPERA LOCOS, Sadler's Wells (Feb 26, 2026)
Apollo•5 to Embark On Two-Week USA Tour With Concerts In Colorado, Virginia and More (Feb 23, 2026)
Apollo•5 To Launch U.S. Tour With Performances And Education Events (Feb 23, 2026)
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Superintendent Budd (Eric Delagrange), Miss Wordsworth (Leah Brzyski), and Lady Billows (Ann Toomey) contemplated the possibility of a male May King at the Princeton Festival’s opening performance of Benjamin Britten’s comedic opera Albert HerringLady Billows (Ann Toomey) celebrated the crowning of the reluctant May King Albert Herring (Joshua Stewart) during Friday’s opening performance of Benjamin Britten’s comedic opera at the Princeton Festival.
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06/20/2022
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Review: THE OPERA LOCOS, Sadler's Wells
by Franco Milazzo - Feb 26, 2026
If you have ever suspected that opera might benefit from fewer Valkyries and more vaudeville, Opera Locos is here to confirm your prejudice and then sing it at you in Italian.
by Franco Milazzo - Feb 26, 2026
If you have ever suspected that opera might benefit from fewer Valkyries and more vaudeville, Opera Locos is here to confirm your prejudice and then sing it at you in Italian.
Apollo•5 to Embark On Two-Week USA Tour With Concerts In Colorado, Virginia and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
British vocal ensemble Apollo•5 will present a series of concerts in Colorado, Virginia, New Mexico, and Hawaii, showcasing a diverse repertoire from classical to contemporary music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
British vocal ensemble Apollo•5 will present a series of concerts in Colorado, Virginia, New Mexico, and Hawaii, showcasing a diverse repertoire from classical to contemporary music.
Apollo•5 To Launch U.S. Tour With Performances And Education Events
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026
APOLLO•5 will launch a U.S. tour with performances at the University of Northern Colorado, the Southwestern American Choral Directors Association conference, and the Honolulu Chamber Music Series.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026
APOLLO•5 will launch a U.S. tour with performances at the University of Northern Colorado, the Southwestern American Choral Directors Association conference, and the Honolulu Chamber Music Series.
NORFOLK & NORWICH FESTIVAL 2026 Full Programme Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Artistic Director & Chief Executive, Daniel Brine, has announced the full programme for the 2026 Norfolk & Norwich Festival. One of the oldest arts festivals in England, having been established in 1772, Norfolk & Norwich Festival presents world-class international performances alongside emerging talent and homegrown East Anglian artists in an expansive multi-arts programme featuring theatre, dance, music, film, literature and visual arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Artistic Director & Chief Executive, Daniel Brine, has announced the full programme for the 2026 Norfolk & Norwich Festival. One of the oldest arts festivals in England, having been established in 1772, Norfolk & Norwich Festival presents world-class international performances alongside emerging talent and homegrown East Anglian artists in an expansive multi-arts programme featuring theatre, dance, music, film, literature and visual arts.
Madison Lyric Stage Announces 2026 Summer Festival Programming
by Gillian Blum - Feb 16, 2026
Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company now entering its 14th year, announced that its 2026 season will feature a new format and a new venue.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 16, 2026
Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company now entering its 14th year, announced that its 2026 season will feature a new format and a new venue.
Michael Pärt Will Give Pre-Concert Talks at Arvo Pärt’s Music For Strings Performed By Experiential Orchestra
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The GRAMMY️-winning Experiential Orchestra (EXO) will continue its 2025-2026 season, titled Origins, running from November 2025 through May 2026. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The GRAMMY️-winning Experiential Orchestra (EXO) will continue its 2025-2026 season, titled Origins, running from November 2025 through May 2026. Learn more here!
LA Children's Chorus to Celebrate 40th Anniversary with Zipper Hall Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
Los Angeles Children's Chorus will launch its landmark 40th anniversary season with Every Child Sings, a celebratory benefit concert that brings together the choir's devoted community of families, alumni, and supporters.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
Los Angeles Children's Chorus will launch its landmark 40th anniversary season with Every Child Sings, a celebratory benefit concert that brings together the choir's devoted community of families, alumni, and supporters.
Wigmore Hall and Iestyn Davies to Celebrate John Dowland's 400th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
Wigmore Hall will present a special weekend commemorating the 400th anniversary of John Dowland's death, featuring countertenor Iestyn Davies. The event includes six concerts exploring Dowland's influential music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
Wigmore Hall will present a special weekend commemorating the 400th anniversary of John Dowland's death, featuring countertenor Iestyn Davies. The event includes six concerts exploring Dowland's influential music.
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Yannick Nézet-Séguin Unveil 2026"27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin have unveiled the 2026–27 season—Nézet-Séguin’s 15th as music and artistic director—full of epic musical events, bold artistic experiences, and new musical journeys.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin have unveiled the 2026–27 season—Nézet-Séguin’s 15th as music and artistic director—full of epic musical events, bold artistic experiences, and new musical journeys.
Los Angeles Children’s Chorus Unveil s 40th Anniversary Season Highlights
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2026
The Grammy Award–winning Los Angeles Children’s Chorus has announced its 40th anniversary season for 2026, featuring performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and LA Opera, a debut at the Oregon Bach Festival, benefit concerts, masterclasses, and annual spring and winter concerts.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2026
The Grammy Award–winning Los Angeles Children’s Chorus has announced its 40th anniversary season for 2026, featuring performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and LA Opera, a debut at the Oregon Bach Festival, benefit concerts, masterclasses, and annual spring and winter concerts.
Factory International Reveals Season Spring 2026 Season, Including New Exhibition By Ai Weiwei
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Factory International will present a new exhibition by Ai Weiwei and other premieres at Aviva Studios in Spring 2026. Learn more about the full upcoming season here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Factory International will present a new exhibition by Ai Weiwei and other premieres at Aviva Studios in Spring 2026. Learn more about the full upcoming season here!
Boston Dance Theater Comes to Upstate New York
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Geneva Concerts will welcome the trailblazing contemporary company Boston Dance Theater (BDT) to the Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St, Geneva NY, on Friday, February 6, at 7:30 pm.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Geneva Concerts will welcome the trailblazing contemporary company Boston Dance Theater (BDT) to the Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St, Geneva NY, on Friday, February 6, at 7:30 pm.
GISELLE, THE NUTCRACKER and More Set for Los Angeles Ballet 20th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Los Angeles Ballet will mark its 20th anniversary with a special season at The Wallis Annenberg Center, featuring a tribute to George Balanchine, a classic favorite, a world premiere, and an extended holiday schedule of THE NUTCRACKER.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Los Angeles Ballet will mark its 20th anniversary with a special season at The Wallis Annenberg Center, featuring a tribute to George Balanchine, a classic favorite, a world premiere, and an extended holiday schedule of THE NUTCRACKER.
Phoenix Chorale Returns To Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts With TRANSCENDENCE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2026
Phoenix Chorale will present TRANSCENDENCE at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, featuring choral and orchestral works by Arvo Pärt, Anna Thorvaldsdottir, and Ola Gjeilo.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2026
Phoenix Chorale will present TRANSCENDENCE at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, featuring choral and orchestral works by Arvo Pärt, Anna Thorvaldsdottir, and Ola Gjeilo.
Interview: A Career That Goes Beyond The Mask, Michael Crawford Looks Back on A Long and Distinguished Career
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 19, 2025
International performer Michael Crawford is probably best known the world over for originating the title character in The Phantom of the Opera in the West End, on Broadway, and an extended engagement in Los Angeles. But his seventy year career goes far beyond that one show. Prior to The Phantom of the Opera Mr. Crawford appeared regularly on the West End in such productions as Barnum, Black Comedy, Flowers for Algernon, and Billy. You might also remember him from his performance of Corneilus Hackl in the movie version of Hello Dolly. He also appeared in EFX at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas as well as having a very successful concert and solo recording career.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 19, 2025
International performer Michael Crawford is probably best known the world over for originating the title character in The Phantom of the Opera in the West End, on Broadway, and an extended engagement in Los Angeles. But his seventy year career goes far beyond that one show. Prior to The Phantom of the Opera Mr. Crawford appeared regularly on the West End in such productions as Barnum, Black Comedy, Flowers for Algernon, and Billy. You might also remember him from his performance of Corneilus Hackl in the movie version of Hello Dolly. He also appeared in EFX at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas as well as having a very successful concert and solo recording career.
THE TURN OF THE SCREW Comes to Den Norske Opera
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
The Turn of the Screw is a classic ghost story, but something deeper lurks beneath the surface. We tumble into a world of ambiguity, where the boundaries between supernatural phenomena and inner psychology are blurred.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
The Turn of the Screw is a classic ghost story, but something deeper lurks beneath the surface. We tumble into a world of ambiguity, where the boundaries between supernatural phenomena and inner psychology are blurred.
Review: DUTCH NATIONAL BALLET at New York City Center-Absolutely Charming
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 21, 2025
The renowned company, Dutch National Ballet (DNB) is performing at New York City Center through Saturday, November 22nd.
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 21, 2025
The renowned company, Dutch National Ballet (DNB) is performing at New York City Center through Saturday, November 22nd.
What You Need to Know About Mozart’s COSI FAN TUTTE at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present Mozart’s beloved masterpiece Così fan tutte. This glamorous rom-com returns to Lyric in a sun-soaked 1930s-era seaside country club setting.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present Mozart’s beloved masterpiece Così fan tutte. This glamorous rom-com returns to Lyric in a sun-soaked 1930s-era seaside country club setting.
Review: PERSPECTIVES: BALANCHINE, MARSTON, PECK, Royal Ballet And Opera
by Matthew Paluch - Nov 17, 2025
The Royal Ballet season continues with Perspectives: Balanchine, Marston, Peck. A triple bill that will supposedly “ignite the imagination” - stir, perhaps; ignite, not quite.
by Matthew Paluch - Nov 17, 2025
The Royal Ballet season continues with Perspectives: Balanchine, Marston, Peck. A triple bill that will supposedly “ignite the imagination” - stir, perhaps; ignite, not quite.
Park ICM Orchestra Christmas Concert Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
The Park University International Center for Music Orchestra will conclude the 2025 portion of the ICM's 2025-26 concert season with its fifth annual “Intimate Christmas with the ICM Orchestra” event.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
The Park University International Center for Music Orchestra will conclude the 2025 portion of the ICM's 2025-26 concert season with its fifth annual “Intimate Christmas with the ICM Orchestra” event.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Benjamin Britten written?
Benjamin Britten has written 3 shows including They Walk Alone (Composer), The Rape of Lucretia (Composer), Let's Make an Opera (Composer).
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