Kathleen Battle
Kathleen Battle is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Treemonisha. Awards include Olivier Awards for The Royal Opera's Ariadne Auf Naxos (1985).
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Chairman Emeritus, of the board of the Evidence Dance Company and Executive Vice President at Booz Allen Hamilton Reginald Van Lee, Kathleen Battle, Jessye Norman and Artistic Director Ronald K Brown
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04/01/2013
From: Photo Flash: Lynn Whitfield, Ronald K. Brown and More at EVIDENCE, A DANCE COMPANY's Torch Ball
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Awards and Nominations
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Olivier Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Individual Performance of the Year in a New Opera Production
Kathleen Battle, The Royal Opera's Ariadne Auf Naxos
Olivier Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Individual Performance of the Year in a New Opera Production
Kathleen Battle, The Royal Opera's Ariadne Auf Naxos
Videos
VIDEO: Legendary Orchestrator, Arranger Harold Wheeler was Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Tony Awards
by Stage Tube - 2019-06-09 22:45:39
News
SFJAZZ September Lineup to Honor Ray Brown, Coltrane, Miles Davis Centennials
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026
SFJAZZ will open its 2026-27 season with a September lineup marking centennials for Ray Brown, John Coltrane, and Miles Davis, featuring Christian McBride, Nduduzo Makhathini, and Paul Cornish.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026
SFJAZZ will open its 2026-27 season with a September lineup marking centennials for Ray Brown, John Coltrane, and Miles Davis, featuring Christian McBride, Nduduzo Makhathini, and Paul Cornish.
Harold Wheeler, Tony-Winning Orchestrator, Passes Away at 82
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that accomplished orchestrator, composer, conductor, record producer and arranger Harold Wheeler passed away on June 24, 2026. He was 82 years old.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that accomplished orchestrator, composer, conductor, record producer and arranger Harold Wheeler passed away on June 24, 2026. He was 82 years old.
Review: ANTONÍN DVOŘÁK’S NEW WORLD SYMPHONY at Knight Theater
by Perry Tannenbaum - Apr 1, 2026
When Charlotte Symphony announced their 2025-26 schedule last March, they couldn’t have predicted the serendipity of two recent concerts a year later. Three subsequent events had to align. Houston Grand Opera’s world premiere recording of Jake Heggie’s Intelligence had to be released in August, and the recording, conducted by Charlotte Symphony music director Kwamé Ryan and starring soprano Janai Brugger, had to be nominated for a Grammy Award.
by Perry Tannenbaum - Apr 1, 2026
When Charlotte Symphony announced their 2025-26 schedule last March, they couldn’t have predicted the serendipity of two recent concerts a year later. Three subsequent events had to align. Houston Grand Opera’s world premiere recording of Jake Heggie’s Intelligence had to be released in August, and the recording, conducted by Charlotte Symphony music director Kwamé Ryan and starring soprano Janai Brugger, had to be nominated for a Grammy Award.
The Metropolitan Opera Reveals 2026–27 Season - LINCOLN IN THE BARDO, MACBETH and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
The Metropolitan Opera has revealed its 2026–27 season, featuring five new and 12 repertory productions, a special 60th-anniversary gala, and performances of Mahler’s Eighth Symphony conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
The Metropolitan Opera has revealed its 2026–27 season, featuring five new and 12 repertory productions, a special 60th-anniversary gala, and performances of Mahler’s Eighth Symphony conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
Lyric Opera of Chicago and Black Leadership Arts Collective Partner for ECHOES OF EXCELLENCE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago and the Black Leadership Arts Collective will present Echoes of Excellence: Celebrating the Legacy of Chicago’s Black Voices. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2025
Lyric Opera of Chicago and the Black Leadership Arts Collective will present Echoes of Excellence: Celebrating the Legacy of Chicago’s Black Voices. Learn more!
University of Michigan Symphony Orchestra Performs at Stern Auditorium
by Emmy Rice - May 25, 2025
On Friday May 30, 2025, at 8 PM, the University of Michigan Symphony Orchestra will present a concert at Stern Auditorium in Carnegie Hall conducted by Kenneth Kiesler featuring soloists Karen Slack, soprano, Goitsemang Lehobye, soprano, and Daniel Washington, bass.
by Emmy Rice - May 25, 2025
On Friday May 30, 2025, at 8 PM, the University of Michigan Symphony Orchestra will present a concert at Stern Auditorium in Carnegie Hall conducted by Kenneth Kiesler featuring soloists Karen Slack, soprano, Goitsemang Lehobye, soprano, and Daniel Washington, bass.
The Dryden Ensemble Welcomes New Artistic Director Daniel Swenberg
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025
The Dryden Ensemble is entering an exciting new chapter as lutenist Daniel Swenberg steps into the role of artistic director, succeeding founder and former artistic director Jane McKinley.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025
The Dryden Ensemble is entering an exciting new chapter as lutenist Daniel Swenberg steps into the role of artistic director, succeeding founder and former artistic director Jane McKinley.
Middle Atlantic Region Returns To Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025
The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition, designed to discover and assist with the career development of tomorrow's opera stars, will host the final round for the Middle Atlantic Region at the Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025
The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition, designed to discover and assist with the career development of tomorrow's opera stars, will host the final round for the Middle Atlantic Region at the Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center.
OPERA America Reveals 2024 Opera Hall of Fame Inductees
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024
OPERA America has announced the induction of seven exemplary artists, administrators, and advocates to the Opera Hall of Fame as the class of 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024
OPERA America has announced the induction of seven exemplary artists, administrators, and advocates to the Opera Hall of Fame as the class of 2024.
Miller Theatre Launches 2024-25 Jazz Series With Luciana Souza & Chico Pinheiro
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2024
Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts kicks off its 2024-25 Jazz series with Luciana Souza with Chico Pinheiro on Saturday, October 5, 7:30PM.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2024
Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts kicks off its 2024-25 Jazz series with Luciana Souza with Chico Pinheiro on Saturday, October 5, 7:30PM.
Nyla Watson Brings AN ODE TO AUDRA to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2024
54 Below will present Hadestown star Nyla Watson in An Ode to Audra on Sunday, August 18 at 9:30pm with a livestream option at 9:45pm ET.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2024
54 Below will present Hadestown star Nyla Watson in An Ode to Audra on Sunday, August 18 at 9:30pm with a livestream option at 9:45pm ET.
HORIZON SOUNDS OF THE CITY Weekly Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series Kicks Off On June 27
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2024
NJPAC has announced an exciting lineup featuring DJ FELIX HERNANDEZ, CYRO BAPTISTA, KOFI KINAATA, GALACTIC, KRS-ONE, and BIG FREEDIA.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2024
NJPAC has announced an exciting lineup featuring DJ FELIX HERNANDEZ, CYRO BAPTISTA, KOFI KINAATA, GALACTIC, KRS-ONE, and BIG FREEDIA.
Video: Kathleen Battle Performs Excerpt From Baroque Duet
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024
Soprano Kathleen Battle will return to the Met stage May 12 for a special performance of classical song and favorite spirituals. In an all new video, featuring an excerpt from Baroque Duet, Battle sings “My Heavenly Father Watches over Me.”
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024
Soprano Kathleen Battle will return to the Met stage May 12 for a special performance of classical song and favorite spirituals. In an all new video, featuring an excerpt from Baroque Duet, Battle sings “My Heavenly Father Watches over Me.”
Southampton Arts Center to Presents TRU by Jay Pressor Allen in June
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 20, 2024
Southampton Arts Center will present TRU by Jay Pressor Allen, directed by Will Pomerantz, and starring Patrick Christiano.
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 20, 2024
Southampton Arts Center will present TRU by Jay Pressor Allen, directed by Will Pomerantz, and starring Patrick Christiano.
American Soprano Kathleen Battle to Return to the Met Opera in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2024
Soprano Kathleen Battle will return to the Met for a special concert program on Sunday, May 12 at 5PM.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2024
Soprano Kathleen Battle will return to the Met for a special concert program on Sunday, May 12 at 5PM.
Pianist Cyrus Chestnut Commissioned For First Time Headlining Performance at Carnegie Hall in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024
Renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut is set to deliver his first-ever headlining performance at Carnegie Hall on April 19th, featuring a full orchestra.
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024
Renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut is set to deliver his first-ever headlining performance at Carnegie Hall on April 19th, featuring a full orchestra.
Western Piedmont Symphony to Present Epic Choral Masterpiece CARMINA BURANA in February
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2024
Western Piedmont Symphony (WPS), the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina, will present MASTERWORKS: CARMINA BURANA featuring works by Orff and Brahms next month. Find out more here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2024
Western Piedmont Symphony (WPS), the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina, will present MASTERWORKS: CARMINA BURANA featuring works by Orff and Brahms next month. Find out more here!
The New York Philharmonic String Quartet, Musicians From The New York Philharmonic, and Emanuel Ax Come to 92NY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2023
The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY), one of New York's leading cultural venues, has partnered with the New York Philharmonic to present the New York Philharmonic String Quartet, Musicians from the New York Philharmonic, and Emanuel Ax, piano on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 2pm at the Kaufmann Concert Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2023
The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY), one of New York's leading cultural venues, has partnered with the New York Philharmonic to present the New York Philharmonic String Quartet, Musicians from the New York Philharmonic, and Emanuel Ax, piano on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 2pm at the Kaufmann Concert Hall.
Classical Candlelight Concerts to Present CROSSING THE OCEAN with Bridget Kibbey, Harp and Elliott Forrest, WQXR
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023
ArtsRock will begin a new season of Classical Candlelight Concerts with a concert featuring award-winning harpist Bridget Kibbey, hosted by WQXR's Elliott Forrest. Get all the details here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023
ArtsRock will begin a new season of Classical Candlelight Concerts with a concert featuring award-winning harpist Bridget Kibbey, hosted by WQXR's Elliott Forrest. Get all the details here!
Interview: J'Nai Bridges of INTELLIGENCE at Houston Grand Opera
by Alric Davis - Oct 23, 2023
Grammy Award winner J'Nai Bridges sits down with Alric Davis to chat about Intelligence, the new Opera making waves and bringing the Heat to Houston!
by Alric Davis - Oct 23, 2023
Grammy Award winner J'Nai Bridges sits down with Alric Davis to chat about Intelligence, the new Opera making waves and bringing the Heat to Houston!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Kathleen Battle been in?
Kathleen Battle has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Kathleen Battle been in?
Kathleen Battle has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Kathleen Battle been nominated for?
Outstanding Individual Performance of the Year in a New Opera Production (Olivier Awards) for The Royal Opera's Ariadne Auf Naxos and Outstanding Individual Performance of the Year in a New Opera Production (Olivier Awards) for The Royal Opera's Ariadne Auf Naxos.
What awards has Kathleen Battle won?
Kathleen Battle won an Outstanding Individual Performance of the Year in a New Opera Production award at the Olivier Awards for her role in The Royal Opera's production of Ariadne Auf Naxos.
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