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TWILIGHT OF THE GODS to Complete Atlanta Opera's First Ring Cycle
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026

The Atlanta Opera will close its season with Tomer Zvulun's new production of Wagner's TWILIGHT OF THE GODS, completing the company's first Ring cycle and the first new American Ring staging since the pandemic.

The Dallas Opera Offers Free Streaming of Recent Productions This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

The Dallas Opera (TDO) will release select operas from past seasons for free, on-demand viewing via its YouTube channel. Productions were recorded live at the Winspear Opera House, and each will be available for one month from May through August 2026.

Houston Grand Opera Unveils 2026-27 Season - DER ROSENKAVALIER, SHOW BOAT and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026

Houston Grand Opera has revealed its 2026-27 season, which includes a new production of Verdi’s Aida; a new staging of Carlisle Floyd’s seminal American opera, Susannah and more.

The Dallas Opera Concludes Its 2025/2026 Mainstage Season With Verdi’s DON CARLO
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026

The Dallas Opera will close its 2025/2026 Season with a brand-new production of one of opera's greatest masterworks, Giuseppe Verdi's DON CARLO, at the Winspear Opera House.

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Will Perform AMERICAN VOICES Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra will present American Voices, a concert celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., at Cincinnati Music Hall. Learn more here!

David Hyde Pierce Stars in Boston Lyric Opera's VALKYRIES!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

Join David Hyde Pierce in Boston Lyric Opera's VALKYRIES!, a comedic take on Wagner's classic, premiering Nov. 12 in Boston.

Review: AIDA at the Kennedy Center's Opera House
by Alexander C. Kafka - Oct 25, 2025

With this marvelous Aida, WNO kicks off its 70th-anniversary season in grand style.

Conductor Cristian Măcelaru Reveals 2025-2026 Season Highlights
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025

GRAMMY Award-winning conductor Cristian Măcelaru announces a 2025-2026 season marking the start of his tenure as Music Director of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, among numerous other titled and guest engagements.

Cincinnati Opera Reveals 2026 Summer Festival Lineup Featuring SALOME, LALOVAVI, CARMEN & More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2025

Cincinnati Opera has unveiled the full lineup for its 2026 Summer Festival, running June 18 through August 2 at Cincinnati Music Hall. The announcement was made live from the Music Hall stage by Harry T. Wilks Artistic Director Evans Mirageas.

96-Hour Opera Festival Returns To The Atlanta Opera
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025

A composition competition that pairs composers and librettists to write ten-minute operas in five teams, the 96-Hour Opera Festival is designed specifically to broaden cultural perspectives in opera.

Washington Concert Opera Issues Cast Update for Verdi's LUISA MILLER
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

Washington Concert Opera's 2024/2 Season finale takes place on Sunday, April 13, 2025 with Verdi's Luisa Miller. Making her role debut is the renowned soprano, Angel Blue in the role of “Luisa”. 

Conductor James Gaffigan to Return to the Chicago Symphony and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025

American conductor James Gaffigan will embark on three upcoming U.S. engagements, leading performances with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Watch Christina Nilsson Sing 'O patria mia' From Michael Mayer's AIDA
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2025

Christina Nilsson sings an excerpt from the title character’s Act III aria in a recent performance of Michael Mayer's production of AIDA. The orchestra is conducted by Alexander Soddy.

Nashville Symphony Announces 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2025

Featuring more than 80 performances covering a wide range of genres, the Nashville Symphony has announced its 2025/26 season. Classical Series programs offer seminal works to showcase the virtuosity and versatility of the Orchestra’s musicians, including Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, Holst’s The Planets, Verdi’s Requiem, Mozart’s Symphony No. 41 (“Jupiter”), and Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 2.

Atlanta Opera's 'Ring' Cycle to Continue With SIEGFRIED This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2025

The Atlanta Opera will continue its 2024-25 mainstage season with General and Artistic Director Tomer Zvulun's new production of Siegfried, the third opera in Wagner's monumental Ring cycle. Learn more!

CARMEN, THE LITTLE PRINCE and More Set for Dallas Opera 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025

Dallas Opera has revealed its 2025/2026 Season at the Winspear Opera House. The Dallas Opera’s 68th season features four mainstage productions, all new to Dallas as company or U.S. premieres. Lear more!

Video: AIDA at the Metropolitan Opera Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025

Tony Award-winning director Michael Mayer brings a new production of Verdi’s grand masterpiece Aida to the Met next month. Yannick Nézet-Séguin and Alexander Soddy conduct. Watch a new trailer here!

Washington Concert Opera to Present Mozart's LA CLEMENZA DI TITO and VERDI'S LUISA MILLER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2025

The first Washington Concert Opera performance of 2025 will honor the remarkable W.A. Mozart by presenting his La clemenza di Tito. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Unveils Inaugural Season With New Music Director Cristian Măcelaru
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) has unveiled its 2025­­­–26 season, the first under the leadership of new Music Director Cristian Măcelaru. This season introduces an ambitious programming vision that balances timeless orchestral works with contemporary voices.

LA TRAVIATA, THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO And More Come To Atlanta Opera for 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025

The Atlanta Opera will embark on its 46th season in 2025-26. The season's six productions are themed to twilight and transformation, as exemplified by Carl W. Knobloch, Jr. General & Artistic Director.