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Review: THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO at Kennedy Center
by Roger Catlin - Nov 18, 2025

There are terrible things going on in the world and specifically at the Kennedy Center, where the staff’s been decimated, attendance is way down, booked engagements have withdrawn, and others have been cancelled in a few weeks  to make way for activities related to the World Cup or maybe eventually the UFC.

Richard Tucker Music Foundation Names 2025 Award Winner and Grant Recipients
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2025

The Richard Tucker Music Foundation has announced the recipients of its prestigious Richard Tucker Award, Richard Tucker Career Grant, and Sara Tucker Study Grant. 

Spivey Hall 35th Anniversary 2025-26 Season to Feature Gil Shaham, Alan Morrison and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025

Spivey Hall revealed its 2025/26 season-celebrating the organization's 35th Anniversary. Artists on the schedule collectively earned nine Grammy Awards, two Latin Grammy Awards plus one Juno Award and more. See full programming here!

Bizet's CARMEN and More Set for Dayton Performing Arts Alliance 2025�"2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2025

The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance has revealed its 2025–2026 Season in the Wintergarden of the Benjamin and Miriam Schuster Performing Arts Center. Learn more!

New York Philharmonic Reveals 2025�"26 Season Featuring World Premieres and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025

The New York Philharmonic has revealed plans for the 2025–26 season, with Gustavo Dudamel as the Orchestra’s Music and Artistic Director Designate. See full programming and learn more.

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Announces 2025/26 Season And Colburn School Partnership
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2025

The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s Music Director Jamie Martín and Executive Director Ben Cadwallader has announced the Orchestra’s 2025/26 season, bringing together renowned guest artists with LACO’s exceptional musicians for performances of unparalleled artistry, from revered masterpieces to today’s most visionary contemporary works.

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Will Broadcast Four Upcoming Concerts
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra will return to the air waves and online at Classical California with four special broadcasts featuring milestone concerts under the baton of Music Director Jaime Martín.

92NY to Present Karen Slack, Soprano & Kevin Miller, Piano: African Queens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025

The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Karen Slack, soprano & Kevin Miller, piano: African Queens in March. Learn more about Slack and see how to attend the concert!

Music Director James Conlon To Depart LA Opera After 20 Years; 40th Anniversary Season Lineup Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025

LA Opera has announced details for the company's 40th anniversary season, which will launch on September 20, 2025. In his 20th season with the company—his final season as Music Director before becoming Conductor Laureate—James Conlon will conduct three of the five mainstage productions, with other mainstage performances led by Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados and by guest conductor Dalia Stasevska.

New Jersey Symphony to Present a Series of Holiday Events in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024

New Jersey Symphony is your place to celebrate the holiday season, with many great events throughout the Garden State. See full programming and learn how to attend!

New Jersey Symphony To Return With Holiday Tradition HANDEL'S MESSIAH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Experience the New Jersey Symphony's cherished holiday tradition with performances of Handel’s MESSIAH, featuring the Montclair State University Singers and a lineup of acclaimed soloists. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Jennifer Holliday & More to Perform With The San Francisco Symphony This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2024

The San Francisco Symphony’s 2024 holiday season, December 1–21, will feature a festive lineup of programs, including performances of traditional Christmas classical music, family-friendly events and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Apollo Chamber Players And Actor George Takei Honored With City of Houston Proclamations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2024

Following their star-studded LIBERTY program on Saturday, October 5, 2024, the Houston-based Apollo Chamber Players and legendary actor George Takei were honored with City of Houston Proclamations. Learn more!

Apollo Chamber Players to Present LIBERTY Featuring George Takei
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2024

Apollo Chamber Players will present LIBERTY featuring George Takei, exploring Japanese-American internment and the American experiment. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Single Tickets to New Jersey Symphony 2024�"25 Season Now on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2024

All single tickets are now available for purchase to the New Jersey Symphony’s 2024–25 season. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Boyz II Men Joins the San Francisco Symphony For Two Holiday Performances
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2024

Legendary Grammy Award-winning group Boyz II Men will join conductor Edwin Outwater and the San Francisco Symphony for two special holiday performances, December 17 and 18, 2024, as part of the San Francisco Symphony’s 2024 Holidays with the Symphony season.

Apollo Chamber Players Unveils 17th Season Featuring George Takei, World Premieres & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2024

Apollo Chamber Players' 17th season, We the People, will feature world premieres and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: Exquisite THE HOURS by Puts Triumphs Again at the Met under Watanabe
by Richard Sasanow - May 13, 2024

When I first heard Kevin Puts’s gorgeous, melodic score for THE HOURS back in 2022, I was blown away, thinking it was almost too good to be true. Could it be a classic? I wanted to hear it again, though not too soon, to give it a chance to settle in its own skin. Lucky us—lucky me—that the Met brought it back so quickly. It reminded me that first impressions are sometimes on the mark.

Richard Tucker Music Foundation Announces 2024 Award Winner And Grant Recipients
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2024

Discover the 2024 award winner and grant recipients announced by the Richard Tucker Music Foundation.

Sarah Ruhl's THE SEASONS and More Set For Boston Lyric Opera's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024

Sarah Ruhl's The Seasons and more are set for Boston Lyric Opera’s 2024/25 Season! The season will also include Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s MITRIDATE, Verdi’s AIDA, a major revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CAROUSEL on its 80th anniversary, and more.