Nicole Heaston

Philharmonia Baroque Unveils First Season Under New Music Director Peter Whelan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2026

Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale has announced its lineup for The Power of Music—its first season curated by newly appointed Music Director Peter Whelan.

Austin Opera Unveils 2026-2027 Season with World Premiere of OFRENDA
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

Austin Opera's 2026-2027 Season will begin in October with the company's first world premiere commission, Ofrenda, with music by Jorge Sosa and a libretto by John de los Santos.

Melvin Robert Joins GMCLA in AND THE BEAT GOES ON at the Saban Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026

Emmy-Award winning host, actor, singer and producer Melvin Robert will join previously announced guest artist soprano Nicole Heaston for The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles' Spring 2026 concert.

Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles to Present AND THE BEAT GOES ON at Saban Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2026

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will present its Spring 2026 concert, And The Beat Goes On, joined by acclaimed soprano Nicole Heaston as special guest artist.

New Opera THE LISTENERS to Come to Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Emmy Rice - Mar 29, 2025

Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek’s The Listeners will the Lyric Opera of Chicago stage beginning Sunday, March 30 for a limited run of five performances. 

Houston Grand Opera Announces World Premiere Song Cycle A VOICE WITHIN
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025

Houston Grand Opera has announced the world premiere of A Voice Within, a new song cycle created by HGO Composer-in-Residence Joel Thompson and librettist and Houston poet laureate emeritus Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton, inspired by the life stories of residents of Houston's Third Ward.

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.

Spoleto Festival USA Announces 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025

Spoleto Festival USA have announced the lineup for its 49th Festival taking place from May 23 to June 8. Charleston's enchanting backdrop sets the stage for more than 120 unforgettable performances, including six world premieres and two U.S. premieres across opera, theater, music, and dance.

Karen Slack, Lyric Unlimited's Artist-In-Residence, To Present Three-Part Recital Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2024

Karen Slack, Lyric Unlimited's Artist-In-Residence, will present a three-part recital series exploring diverse musical genres and themes, offering audiences a unique musical experience. Learn more about the series!

FringeArts Reveals Programming For 2024 Philadelphia Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024

FringeArts, Philadelphia's home for contemporary performance, is pleased to announce the full roster of programming for the 28th Annual Philadelphia Fringe Festival, a city-wide celebration of progressive, world-class art that expands the imagination and boldly defies expectations.

Utah Opera's Thaïs to Conclude the 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2024

Utah Opera will conclude the 2023-24 season with Bassinet's Thaïs. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Detroit Opera Reveals 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2024

Detroit Opera has announced its 2024–25 Opera and Dance seasons. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Patti LuPone, Jeanine Tesori's BLUE & More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2024/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2024

Lyric Opera of Chicago has revealed its 2024/25 Season. See the full season lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!

Video: New Trailer For LA Opera's HIGHWAY 1, USA & THE DWARF Double Bill
by Joshua Wright - Feb 26, 2024

Get a first look at an all-new trailer for LA Opera's new production of an operatic double bill featuring William Grant Still's Highway 1, USA along with Alexander Zemlinsky's The Dwarf. 

Video: Director Kaneza Schaal on Staging HIGHWAY 1, USA at LA Opera
by Joshua Wright - Feb 14, 2024

Watch as director Kaneza Schaal talks about about LA Opera's new production of William Grant Still's Highway 1, USA performing  as the first part of an operatic double bill with Alexander Zemlinsky's The Dwarf. Feb. 24 to Mar. 17.

FALSTAFF Comes to Houston Grand Opera in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023

On October 27, 2023, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will open Falstaff, Verdi’s popular comedic masterpiece. Learn more about the opera and find out how to get tickets here!

OPERA America Awards $200,000 In Next Stage Grants Supporting Subsequent Productions Of North American Works
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2023

OPERA America has announced grants totaling $200,000 to six American opera companies through its Next Stage Grants program.

Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale Announces 2023-24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2023

​​​​​​​Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale (PBO) announces its 2023/24 season, showcasing a wide range of repertoire, concert formats, and vanguard artists and composers. 

Utah Opera Announces 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2023

Love is a ubiquitous theme in opera—and the Utah Opera's 2023-24 season explores the many facets of love through four distinct productions at Salt Lake City's Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre.

New Operas By Missy Mazzoli and Jennifer Higdon Set For Festival O24 and Opera Philadelphia's 50th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2023

 Opera Philadelphia will celebrate its 50th anniversary in the 2024-2025 Season, which will begin with Festival O24. The annual season-opening celebration will take on added significance in this anniversary year, anchored by two new company commissions composed by women with strong ties to the company and the city of Philadelphia.