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Opera Columbus Reveals 2026-2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

Opera Columbus will celebrate its 45th anniversary season with American Icons, a high-impact lineup that reimagines classics, amplifies distinctly American stories, and honors both Opera Columbus' legacy and America's 250th anniversary.

Opera Columbus to Stage THE ANONYMOUS LOVER for Valentine's Day at Palace Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026

Opera Columbus will present THE ANONYMOUS LOVER at the Palace Theatre this Valentine's Day, offering a romantic opera experience. Learn more about the show here!

Music Mondays Brings Akropolis Reed Quintet and Baritone Kenneth Overton to Advent Lutheran Church
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026

The Akropolis Reed Quintet and baritone Kenneth Overton will perform the New York premiere of Harriet Steinke's 'Mass', along with other iconic pieces, on February 16, 2026.

Opera Columbus Returns to the Palace Theatre with Valentine’s Day Opera
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Opera Columbus’ season will continue with the Columbus premiere of The Anonymous Lover at the Palace Theatre on February 13 and 15, 2026, just in time for Valentine’s Day weekend.

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!

New York Choral Society Presents "The Love Between Us": Reena Esmail Conducts Her Own Protest and Prayer at NYU Skirball
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025

In a year marked by renewed political polarization and rising threats to inclusion, the New York Choral Society  closes its season with a concert that responds with intention, power, and hope.

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!

The American Mavericks Project Unveils Winners of 2024 Call for Scores
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

The American Mavericks Project has revealed the winners of its inaugural 2024 Call for Scores, which solicited solo piano works by Black American composers of all ages. Learn more.

On Site Opera Returns To West Side Community Gardens For Three Free Performances
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024

On Site Opera will perform three free shows at the West Side Community Gardens, offering accessible opera experiences in a beautiful outdoor setting. Enjoy live opera in the heart of the community.

Executive Director Patrick Owens Resigns From New York Choral Society After 65th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2024

Patrick Owens, Executive Director of New York Choral Society, will depart after their 65th Anniversary Season.

Dr. Everett McCorvey Named Inaugural Principal Guest Conductor at Opera Columbus
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2024

 Opera Columbus has unveiled a historic moment in its rich artistic journey as it welcomes the distinguished Dr. Everett McCorvey as the inaugural Principal Guest Conductor.

Lyric Fest Presents L-O-V-E, With Soprano Michelle Johnson And Baritone Kenneth Overton
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024

Lyric Fest, Philadelphia's premiere art song series, continues its 2023-2024 season with L-O-V-E, an eclectic and sweeping love-themed program just in time to celebrate Valentine's day.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Raleigh Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Raleigh Awards; DISASTER!, WEDDING DAY WORRIES, Studio 1 Burlington & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

San Francisco Opera Performs the Bay Area Premiere of Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abels' OMAR
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2023

San Francisco Opera presents the Bay Area premiere of Omar, the new Pulitzer Prize-winning opera by Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abels.

The Harlem Chamber Players to Mark 15th Anniversary and Black Music Month With HARLEM SONGFEST II
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2023

The Harlem Chamber Players will mark its 15th Anniversary and Black Music Month with a musical extravaganza Harlem Songfest II, celebrating Black opera singers and the music of Black composers, including women.

The Harlem Chamber Players to Present HARLEM SONGFEST II in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2023

The Harlem Chamber Players will mark its 15th Anniversary and Black Music Month with a musical extravaganza Harlem Songfest II, celebrating Black opera singers and the music of Black composers, including women, on Friday, June 9, at 7 p.m. at Miller Theatre at Columbia University.

A KNEE ON THE NECK Oratorio Gets New York Premiere At Lincoln Center This June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2023

​​​​​​​The New York Choral Society, a pioneering symphonic chorus that explores unique collaboration and dynamic repertory, is proud to present the highly anticipated New York premiere of Adolphus Hailstork's A Knee on the Neck  June 13, 2023 at Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall.

The Harlem Chamber Players Will Celebrate Its 15th Anniversary With Opera This Black Music Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2023

The Harlem Chamber Players  will mark its 15th Anniversary and Black Music Month with a musical extravaganza Harlem Songfest II, celebrating Black opera singers and the music of Black composers, including women, on Friday, June 9, at 7 p.m. at Miller Theatre at Columbia University.

Review: Botstein and ASO Bring Strauss's Seldom-Heard DAPHNE to Carnegie Hall
by Richard Sasanow - Mar 26, 2023

It’s hard to compete with yourself — especially the ‘you’ that was at the height of your powers. I think that’s part of the problem with the place that Richard Strauss’s DAPHNE holds in the composer’s canon. Often referred to as a second- (or even third-) tier work, it has much to offer and enjoy, as the performance by the American Symphony Orchestra under Leon Botstein at Carnegie Hall the other night proved quite well.