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Latest News on Houston Grand Opera:
Houston Grand Opera to Stage OF MICE AND MEN in 2026 (Feb 20, 2026)
Canadian Opera Company Unveils 2026/2027 Season Lineup (Feb 18, 2026)
Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel to Star in WEST SIDE STORY at Washington National Opera (Feb 16, 2026)
Houston Grand Opera to Stage OF MICE AND MEN in 2026 (Feb 20, 2026)
Canadian Opera Company Unveils 2026/2027 Season Lineup (Feb 18, 2026)
Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel to Star in WEST SIDE STORY at Washington National Opera (Feb 16, 2026)
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Video: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Reflects on Career Ahead of Retirement on PBS
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-11 10:31:46
Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway This Fall in GYPSY; Watch New Trailer
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-05-29 15:30:20
Video: Jack Swanson Sings 'Si Ritrovarla io Giuro' from Rossini's CINDERELLA
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-02-03 15:12:16
Video: Get A First Look at Mozart's DON GIOVANNI at the Canadian Opera Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-02 14:54:56
Video: Conductor Yi-Chen Lin Discusses the Enduring Magic of Rossini's CINDERELLA
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-01-28 12:17:14
VIDEO: Washington National Opera Presents The 11th Season Of American Opera Initiative Featuring Three World Premieres
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-16 16:22:46
VIDEO: Aigul Akhmetshina and Piotr Beczała Perform “Je vais danser en votre honneur” from Bizet's CARMEN At The Metropolitan Opera
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-12-26 20:47:54
VIDEO: Watch the Official Cinematic Trailer for Atlanta Opera's RIGOLETTO
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-05 11:20:27
VIDEO: First Look at Leonard Bernstein's CANDIDE at Atlanta Opera
by Alan Henry - 2023-03-08 17:26:09
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Performs as Part of Memorial For Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-26 10:03:41
VIDEO: Houston Grand Opera's Ryan McKinny Leads 'No One is Alone' From INTO THE WOODS to Tribute Those We've Lost
by Stephi Wild - 2020-05-09 09:48:57
TV: Watch Highlights of Conor Ryan, Lauren Molina & More in DESPERATE MEASURES
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-19 10:53:49
TV: Meet the Company of DESPERATE MEASURES- Plus Get a Sneak Peek!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-04 10:03:56
TV: Shakespeare Meets the Old West! Watch a Sneak Peek of DESPERATE MEASURES
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-02 16:00:44
BWW Interview: Dolora Zajick of INSTITUTE FOR YOUNG DRAMATIC VOICES at University Of Nevada, Reno
by Maria Nockin - 2018-05-01 14:30:43
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Houston Grand Opera to Stage OF MICE AND MEN in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026
Houston Grand Opera will present Carlisle Floyd's OF MICE AND MEN as part of its Butler Studio production series. The opera, based on John Steinbeck's classic novel, will be performed in 2026, showcasing emerging talents in a compelling adaptation.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026
Houston Grand Opera will present Carlisle Floyd's OF MICE AND MEN as part of its Butler Studio production series. The opera, based on John Steinbeck's classic novel, will be performed in 2026, showcasing emerging talents in a compelling adaptation.
Canadian Opera Company Unveils 2026/2027 Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
The Canadian Opera Company has unveiled its 2026/2027 season, featuring a Canadian world premiere, two new-to-Toronto productions on its mainstage at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, and an additional new work from Opera 5, the COC’s Company-in-Residence, to be performed at the Canadian Opera Company Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
The Canadian Opera Company has unveiled its 2026/2027 season, featuring a Canadian world premiere, two new-to-Toronto productions on its mainstage at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, and an additional new work from Opera 5, the COC’s Company-in-Residence, to be performed at the Canadian Opera Company Theatre.
Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel to Star in WEST SIDE STORY at Washington National Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026
Washington National Opera has revealed new venues and dates for its production of Bernstein's West Side Story, which will star Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026
Washington National Opera has revealed new venues and dates for its production of Bernstein's West Side Story, which will star Ryan McCartan and Shereen Pimentel.
Opera Orlando Unveils Cast of THE SECRET RIVER at Mead Botanical Garden
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
Opera Orlando will remount its first commissioned opera, THE SECRET RIVER, March 6 and 7 at Mead Botanical Garden’s Grove Stage. The site-specific presentation marks a return for the work, which is based on the Newbery Honor Award-winning book by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
Opera Orlando will remount its first commissioned opera, THE SECRET RIVER, March 6 and 7 at Mead Botanical Garden’s Grove Stage. The site-specific presentation marks a return for the work, which is based on the Newbery Honor Award-winning book by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.
South Chicago Dance Theatre To Present Three World Premieres At The Harris Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
South Chicago Dance Theatre will present three world premieres by acclaimed choreographers Natasha Adorlee, David Dorfman, and Kia S. Smith at their annual home season concert.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
South Chicago Dance Theatre will present three world premieres by acclaimed choreographers Natasha Adorlee, David Dorfman, and Kia S. Smith at their annual home season concert.
Melvin Robert Joins GMCLA in AND THE BEAT GOES ON at the Saban Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026
Emmy-Award winning host, actor, singer and producer Melvin Robert will join previously announced guest artist soprano Nicole Heaston for The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles' Spring 2026 concert.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026
Emmy-Award winning host, actor, singer and producer Melvin Robert will join previously announced guest artist soprano Nicole Heaston for The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles' Spring 2026 concert.
Joel Luks Named Marketing and Communication Director at Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts has appointed Joel Luks as its new Marketing and Communications Director. Luks joins the Hobby Center with more than two decades of experience in arts leadership.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts has appointed Joel Luks as its new Marketing and Communications Director. Luks joins the Hobby Center with more than two decades of experience in arts leadership.
Video: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Reflects on Career Ahead of Retirement on PBS
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026
Following a storied career on the operatic stages across the country, acclaimed mezzo soprano Dency Graves is entering the next phase of her career. For the PBS culture series CANVAS, arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown caught up with the performer ahead of her retirement. Watch the segment now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026
Following a storied career on the operatic stages across the country, acclaimed mezzo soprano Dency Graves is entering the next phase of her career. For the PBS culture series CANVAS, arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown caught up with the performer ahead of her retirement. Watch the segment now.
Dances Patrelle to Honor Founder with IN DANCE, FRANCIS PATRELLE Festival in March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
Dances Patrelle will present IN DANCE, FRANCIS PATRELLE, a ballet festival from March 27-29, 2026, at MMAC, celebrating the legacy of the late founder, Francis Patrelle. The event features three diverse ballets, including a world premiere.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
Dances Patrelle will present IN DANCE, FRANCIS PATRELLE, a ballet festival from March 27-29, 2026, at MMAC, celebrating the legacy of the late founder, Francis Patrelle. The event features three diverse ballets, including a world premiere.
Houston Grand Opera Announces 2026 CONCERT OF ARIAS Winners
by Gillian Blum - Feb 7, 2026
Houston Grand Opera announced the winners for this year’s Concert of Arias, the 38th Annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers, held February 6 at the Wortham Theater Center and livestreamed for worldwide audiences.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 7, 2026
Houston Grand Opera announced the winners for this year’s Concert of Arias, the 38th Annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers, held February 6 at the Wortham Theater Center and livestreamed for worldwide audiences.
What to Know About Lyric's Spanish-Language Opera EL ULTIMO SUENO DE FRIDAY Y DIEGO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago will Gabriela Lena Frank and Nilo Cruz’s El último sueño de Frida y Diego. What unfolds is a dreamlike journey through memory, passion, and everything they created together — both on canvas and in life.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago will Gabriela Lena Frank and Nilo Cruz’s El último sueño de Frida y Diego. What unfolds is a dreamlike journey through memory, passion, and everything they created together — both on canvas and in life.
LA Opera Unveils 2026/27 Season Lineup Featuring New Music Director Domingo Hindoyan
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Christopher Koelsch, the Sebastian Paul and Marybelle Musco President and CEO of LA Opera, has announced details for the company's 2026/27 season, which will launch on October 17, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Christopher Koelsch, the Sebastian Paul and Marybelle Musco President and CEO of LA Opera, has announced details for the company's 2026/27 season, which will launch on October 17, 2026.
What to Know About MADAMA BUTTERFLY at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, on stage in a production that dares to ask: what if everything we think we know about this classic opera is only half the story?
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago will present Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, on stage in a production that dares to ask: what if everything we think we know about this classic opera is only half the story?
Review: HANSEL AND GRETEL at Houston Grand Opera
by Armando Urdiales - Feb 2, 2026
What did our critic think of HANSEL AND GRETEL at Houston Grand Opera?
by Armando Urdiales - Feb 2, 2026
What did our critic think of HANSEL AND GRETEL at Houston Grand Opera?
Laufey, Lady Gaga, & More Win 2026 GRAMMY Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 1, 2026
It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 1, 2026
It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.
James Gaffigan Extends Contract As General Music Director Of Komische Oper Berlin Through Summer 2030
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
James Gaffigan has renewed his contract with Komische Oper Berlin, extending his role as General Music Director through the summer of 2030.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
James Gaffigan has renewed his contract with Komische Oper Berlin, extending his role as General Music Director through the summer of 2030.
ENO to Stage Mozart's COSÌ FAN TUTTE in Concert at Bridgewater Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
English National Opera will continue its partnership with Greater Manchester with two semi-staged concert performances of Mozart's comic masterpiece Così fan tutte at The Bridgewater Hall on Friday 27 and Saturday 28 February 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
English National Opera will continue its partnership with Greater Manchester with two semi-staged concert performances of Mozart's comic masterpiece Così fan tutte at The Bridgewater Hall on Friday 27 and Saturday 28 February 2026.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - Jan 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles to Present AND THE BEAT GOES ON at Saban Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2026
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will present its Spring 2026 concert, And The Beat Goes On, joined by acclaimed soprano Nicole Heaston as special guest artist.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2026
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will present its Spring 2026 concert, And The Beat Goes On, joined by acclaimed soprano Nicole Heaston as special guest artist.
Miles Mykkanen Will Lead SILENT NIGHT at Houston Grand Opera
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
Houston Grand Opera has announced that internationally celebrated Finnish-American tenor Miles Mykkanen will perform the lead role of Nikolaus Sprink in Kevin Puts and Mark Campbell's Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Silent Night.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
Houston Grand Opera has announced that internationally celebrated Finnish-American tenor Miles Mykkanen will perform the lead role of Nikolaus Sprink in Kevin Puts and Mark Campbell's Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Silent Night.
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