Laura Karpman

WICKED: FOR GOOD And More Nominated for 2025 Hollywood Music In Media Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

The Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) has announced the nominees for its 2025 ceremony recognizing composers, songwriters, and music supervisors for original music in film, television, video games, and other visual media.

2025-2026 YoungArts Fellows Revealed, Granting $30,000 to Five Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025

​YoungArts revealed the 2025-2026 YoungArts Fellows, the institution's most significant award given to five mid-career artists across disciplines from around the country. Learn more!

San Francisco Opera To Present Inaugural Pride Concert In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2025

Coinciding with San Francisco's annual Pride Weekend, San Francisco Opera celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community with a special Pride Concert featuring immersive projections and a post-show dance party on Friday, June 27 at the War Memorial Opera House. 

HARVEY MILK REIMAGINED To Have West Coast Debut At Opera Parallèle
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025

Opera Parallèle will present the West Coast debut of Harvey Milk Reimagined, a bold and timely refreshed version of the groundbreaking opera originally composed by Stewart Wallace and librettist Michael Korie.

Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, & More Win 2025 GRAMMY Awards- Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2025

It's music's biggest night! Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and more took home awards at The 67th Annual GRAMMYs, now available to rewatch on Paramount+. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here!

Meet the Cast of REDWOOD, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025

Redwood on Broadway, starring Idina Menzel is now playing on Broadway at the Nederlander Theatre. The production also stars De’Adre Aziza, Michael Park, Zachary Noah Piser, and Khaila Wilcoxon. Meet the cast here!

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2025 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 8, 2024

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande more were nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! The Outsiders, Suffs and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.

OPERA America Awards Kelley Rourke The 2024 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2024

OPERA America has announced the 2024 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize recipient, Kelley Rourke.

Opera Parallele Announces 2024-25 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 22, 2024

Opera Parallèle has announced its 2024-25 season, featuring a bold and innovative repertoire that pushes the boundaries of contemporary opera. Marking its 15th anniversary, the company is set to captivate audiences with a trio of groundbreaking productions.

Cellist John-Henry Crawford to Release New Album Of Dvořák & Tchaikovsky With San Francisco Ballet Orchestra
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024

Cellist John-Henry Crawford has released a new album featuring works by Dvořák and Tchaikovsky, performed with the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra under the direction of Martin West.

Opera Parallèle Reveals BIRDS & BALLS Bullhorn Programs
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024

Opera Parallèle will continue its 14th anniversary season with the premiere of Birds & Balls, an ingenious pairing of two witty one-act operas regarding sportsmanship, competition and gender equality.

Berkeley Symphony Performs LITERARY SOUNDSCAPES Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024

Berkeley Symphony presents 'Literary Soundscapes' at First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley on March 23, 2024. Learn more about the performance and find out how to get tickets here!

Opera Parallèle Secures Three Major Grants, Announces Update To Senior Administration Staff And More
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2024

Opera Parallèle, the nationally renowned contemporary opera company based in San Francisco, has announced a series of significant achievements during its 14th anniversary season. The company has been awarded three prestigious grants, reaffirming its commitment to artistic innovation and community engagement.

Robbie Robertson & Martin Scorsese To Receive The Society Of Composers And Lyricists Award
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2024

The Society of Composers and Lyricists (SCL) will honor Robbie Robertson and Martin Scorsese with the Spirit of Collaboration Award at the 5th Annual SCL Awards to be held Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.

THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

Opera Parallèle Continues 14th Anniversary Season With BIRDS & BALLS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024

Opera Parallèle will continue its 14th anniversary season with the world premiere of Birds & Balls, an ingenious pairing of two witty one-act operas regarding sportsmanship, competition and gender equality.

Listen: Disney+ Drops WHAT IF...? Season Two Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Jan 8, 2024

What If…? Season 2 Original Soundtrack with a score by Emmy-winning composer Laura Karpman and Grammy-winning composer Nora Kroll-Rosenbaum is now available at Spotify, Apple Music and other digital platforms.

She Rocks Awards Announces 2024 Honorees Lindsey Stirling, Bonnie McIntosh, Holly G & More
by Michael Major - Dec 12, 2023

Lindsey Stirling, Bonnie McIntosh, Holly G, and more join star star-studded list of honorees for the 2024 She Rocks Awards, hosted by Susanna Hoffs and AIJIA.   Previously announced honorees include Debbie Gibson, Laura Karpman, Britt Lightning, Kelsy Karter and Sylvia Massy. Tickets are on sale now.

Disney Releases THE MARVELS Soundtrack Ahead of Film PREMIERE
by Michael Major - Nov 8, 2023

The Marvels Original Motion Picture Soundtrack with a score by Emmy®-winning composer Laura Karpman is now available at Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music and all digital platforms. Marvel Studios’ “The Marvels” hits U.S. theaters on November 10, get tickets now.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish & More Nominated For HMMA Awards
by Michael Major - Nov 2, 2023

The 14th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards 2023 nominations have been announced, with artists like Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, and Metro Boomin receiving nominations. Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alan Menken, The Little Mermaid, Theater Camp, and more are coming nominees for this year's awards.