Richard Wagner
Also Credited As: Wagner
Birth Place: Leipzig, GERMANY
Latest News on Richard Wagner:
TURANDOT And TWILIGHT OF THE GODS To Close The Atlanta Opera 2025–2026 Season (Apr 14, 2026)
DON GIOVANNI, LA TRAVIATA and More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2026/27 Season (Apr 9, 2026)
Minnesota Orchestra Will Present BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE with Thomas Søndergård (Apr 9, 2026)
TURANDOT And TWILIGHT OF THE GODS To Close The Atlanta Opera 2025–2026 Season (Apr 14, 2026)
DON GIOVANNI, LA TRAVIATA and More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2026/27 Season (Apr 9, 2026)
Minnesota Orchestra Will Present BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE with Thomas Søndergård (Apr 9, 2026)
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AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD, CHAMPION & More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-14 14:00:20
VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Met's Das Rheingold With Greer Grimsley and Jamie Barton
by Alan Henry - 2019-03-07 15:10:51
TV: Watch Highlights from The Directors Company's MY PARSIFAL CONDUCTOR
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-09-28 11:40:32
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Rehearsals of WNO's THE RING, Directed by Francesca Zambello
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-03-18 06:58:11
STAGE TUBE: First Listen! Jonas Kaufman Sings 'Nessun Dorma' from the 'Real' Puccini Album
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-09-04 09:46:17
VIDEO: Stephen Fry Introduces the Deloitte Ignite Festival Featuring Verdi/Wagner
by Christina Mancuso - 2013-08-20 08:07:16
News
TURANDOT And TWILIGHT OF THE GODS To Close The Atlanta Opera 2025–2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
The Atlanta Opera will present TURANDOT and TWILIGHT OF THE GODS (GÖTTERDÄMMERUNG) to close its 2025–2026 season. The productions will feature international opera performers and new stagings.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
The Atlanta Opera will present TURANDOT and TWILIGHT OF THE GODS (GÖTTERDÄMMERUNG) to close its 2025–2026 season. The productions will feature international opera performers and new stagings.
DON GIOVANNI, LA TRAVIATA and More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago has unveiled its 2026/27 Season — a landmark lineup of seven operas spanning centuries and continents, three unique concerts, two Academy Award–winning films performed with live orchestra and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago has unveiled its 2026/27 Season — a landmark lineup of seven operas spanning centuries and continents, three unique concerts, two Academy Award–winning films performed with live orchestra and more.
Minnesota Orchestra Will Present BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE with Thomas Søndergård
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
The Minnesota Orchestra will present Bluebeard’s Castle under Thomas Søndergård. The performances launch the Sound Unbound series. Concerts will take place at Orchestra Hall.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
The Minnesota Orchestra will present Bluebeard’s Castle under Thomas Søndergård. The performances launch the Sound Unbound series. Concerts will take place at Orchestra Hall.
HK Phil to Release Debut Album with Deutsche Grammophon Featuring Wagner's THE RING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra will release of its debut album in collaboration with Deutsche Grammophon, featuring Richard Wagner's 'The Ring – An Orchestral Adventure', conducted by Tarmo Peltokoski.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra will release of its debut album in collaboration with Deutsche Grammophon, featuring Richard Wagner's 'The Ring – An Orchestral Adventure', conducted by Tarmo Peltokoski.
TANNHAUSER Will Be Performed at the Centro Cultural de Belém This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
The opera Tannhäuser by Richard Wagner will be presented in concert performances at the Centro Cultural de Belém this spring. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
The opera Tannhäuser by Richard Wagner will be presented in concert performances at the Centro Cultural de Belém this spring. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
CHORUS OPERA Will Come to Teatr Wielki This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
The Polish National Opera will present the opera concert “Chorus Opera” this spring at Teatr Wielki – Polish National Opera. Performances are scheduled for April 22, April 23, April 28, and April 29, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
The Polish National Opera will present the opera concert “Chorus Opera” this spring at Teatr Wielki – Polish National Opera. Performances are scheduled for April 22, April 23, April 28, and April 29, 2026.
Christine Goerke Will Lead 2026-27 PSO Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) has announced its 2026-27 season, highlighting soprano Christine Goerke with performances of Wagner and Mahler.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) has announced its 2026-27 season, highlighting soprano Christine Goerke with performances of Wagner and Mahler.
Reviews/Photos: First Look at Wagner's TRISTAN UND ISOLDE at the Metropolitan Opera
by Joshua Wright - Mar 10, 2026
See photos from the Metropolitan Opera’s new production of Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde, starring Lise Davidsen and Michael Spyres and conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 10, 2026
See photos from the Metropolitan Opera’s new production of Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde, starring Lise Davidsen and Michael Spyres and conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
Review: TREEMONISHA at Washington National Opera At Lisner Auditorium
by Doug Poms - Mar 10, 2026
What did our critic think of TREEMONISHA at Washington National Opera At Lisner Auditorium?
by Doug Poms - Mar 10, 2026
What did our critic think of TREEMONISHA at Washington National Opera At Lisner Auditorium?
Symphony San Jose Unveils 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026
Symphony San Jose has revealed its 2026/2027 season, one that will mark such historic milestones as the 25th anniversary of the Symphony, the 100th anniversary of the California Theatre, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026
Symphony San Jose has revealed its 2026/2027 season, one that will mark such historic milestones as the 25th anniversary of the Symphony, the 100th anniversary of the California Theatre, and more.
Albany Symphony Unveils 2026-2027 Season with Beethoven, Mozart, and World Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
The two-time GRAMMY Award-winning Albany Symphony has unveiled its 2026-2027 season, an expansive musical journey that bridges centuries, continents, and traditions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
The two-time GRAMMY Award-winning Albany Symphony has unveiled its 2026-2027 season, an expansive musical journey that bridges centuries, continents, and traditions.
Wichita Symphony Orchestra Will Perform THE FIREBIRD in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Wichita Symphony Orchestra will present “The Firebird” on March 15, 2026, at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita. The performance is part of the orchestra’s 2025-26 season.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Wichita Symphony Orchestra will present “The Firebird” on March 15, 2026, at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita. The performance is part of the orchestra’s 2025-26 season.
Review: FORGING AN AMERICAN MUSICAL IDENTITY at Carnegie Hall
by Joanna Barouch - Feb 12, 2026
What is the American musical identity? A question for this special year!
by Joanna Barouch - Feb 12, 2026
What is the American musical identity? A question for this special year!
Jessie Montgomery to Launch International Tour with New Cello Concerto
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026
Composer Jessie Montgomery will launch international tour for her new cello concerto, These Righetous Paths, featuring cellist Abel Selaocoe. The tour, co-commissioned by multiple global orchestras, will premiere in Berlin.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026
Composer Jessie Montgomery will launch international tour for her new cello concerto, These Righetous Paths, featuring cellist Abel Selaocoe. The tour, co-commissioned by multiple global orchestras, will premiere in Berlin.
Wagner's DAS RHEINGOLD and More Set for San Francisco Opera 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
San Francisco Opera will present a dynamic 2026-27 season, featuring a mix of classic operas and new productions. Highlights include premieres and revivals at the iconic War Memorial Opera House.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
San Francisco Opera will present a dynamic 2026-27 season, featuring a mix of classic operas and new productions. Highlights include premieres and revivals at the iconic War Memorial Opera House.
THE SOUND OF SPRING Concert Celebrates Lunar New Year and Valentine's Day in NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2026
THE SOUND OF SPRING Chinese New Year Concert returns to New York City on February 14 and 15, featuring a blend of Chinese and Western music at Fisher Center and Rose Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2026
THE SOUND OF SPRING Chinese New Year Concert returns to New York City on February 14 and 15, featuring a blend of Chinese and Western music at Fisher Center and Rose Theater.
Review: DAPHNE IN CONCERT at McCaw Hall
by Erica Miner - Jan 20, 2026
Daphne in Concert, Seattle Opera’s latest offering in their series of concert presentations initiated in 2023, proved that the series concept is a successful one.
by Erica Miner - Jan 20, 2026
Daphne in Concert, Seattle Opera’s latest offering in their series of concert presentations initiated in 2023, proved that the series concept is a successful one.
New Jersey Symphony to Present Two Beethoven Masterworks This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026
Ludwig van Beethoven’s iconic Fifth Symphony and his equally popular Symphony No. 6, “Pastoral” will have six performances at New Jersey Symphony. Beethoven composed these symphonies in tandem, and both premiered at the same concert in 1808.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026
Ludwig van Beethoven’s iconic Fifth Symphony and his equally popular Symphony No. 6, “Pastoral” will have six performances at New Jersey Symphony. Beethoven composed these symphonies in tandem, and both premiered at the same concert in 1808.
San Francisco Symphony Unveils June Program With Elim Chan and Sasha Cooke
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
The San Francisco Symphony will present a June program conducted by Elim Chan and featuring mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke. The concerts include music by Mendelssohn, Berlioz, Wagner, and Debussy. Performances will take place at Davies Symphony Hall.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
The San Francisco Symphony will present a June program conducted by Elim Chan and featuring mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke. The concerts include music by Mendelssohn, Berlioz, Wagner, and Debussy. Performances will take place at Davies Symphony Hall.
American Symphony Orchestra To Present FORGING AN AMERICAN MUSICAL IDENTITY At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Music director Leon Botstein leads the American Symphony Orchestra (ASO) on Friday, January 30 at 8 PM at Carnegie Hall in a program celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Music director Leon Botstein leads the American Symphony Orchestra (ASO) on Friday, January 30 at 8 PM at Carnegie Hall in a program celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Richard Wagner written?
Richard Wagner has written 2 shows including Béjart: Ballet of the Twentieth Century (Composer), Flying Dutchman (Composer).
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