Francesca Zambello
Latest News on Francesca Zambello:
Video: Julie Benko Sings 'If I Were a Bell' In GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company (Dec 15, 2025)
Emma Flynn Will Take Over The Role Of Sarah Brown In Shakespeare Theatre Company’s GUYS AND DOLLS (Dec 10, 2025)
Video: Kyle Taylor Parker Sings 'Sit Down, You're Rockin' The Boat' from GUYS AND DOLLS (Dec 10, 2025)
Video: Julie Benko Sings 'If I Were a Bell' In GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company (Dec 15, 2025)
Emma Flynn Will Take Over The Role Of Sarah Brown In Shakespeare Theatre Company’s GUYS AND DOLLS (Dec 10, 2025)
Video: Kyle Taylor Parker Sings 'Sit Down, You're Rockin' The Boat' from GUYS AND DOLLS (Dec 10, 2025)
BIO
Francesca Zambello is an internationally recognized and award-winning opera and theater director. Her recent theatrical credits include The Little Mermaid for Disney on Broadway, Little House on the Prairie for the Guthrie Theater, Rebecca for the Vienna Raimund Theater, West Side Story for the floating stage in Bergenz, Austria, and Showboat at The Royal Albert Hall. She is the Artistic Advisor of the San Francisco Opera where she is helming a new Ring Cycle and Porgy and Bess this season. She has many notable directing credits at the Metropolitan Opera, including An American Tragedy, Cyrano and Les Troyens, as well as at Teatro alla Scala, Royal Albert Hall, Bolshoi, Royal Opera House, Paris Opera, Washington Opera, and Chicago Lyric, among others. Her honors include three Olivier Awards, two Evening Standard Awards, two French Grand Prix des Critiques, Helpmann Award, Palme d'Or in Germany and the Golden Mask in Russia.
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Productions
Videos
Video: Watch 'Nume custode e vindice' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-02 16:45:57
Video: Russell Thomas Performs 'Celeste Aida' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-27 15:07:08
Video: Watch 'Triumphal March' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-24 14:30:32
Video: Watch a Trailer for Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Verdi's AIDA
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-10 13:28:44
VIDEO: Washington National Opera Presents The 11th Season Of American Opera Initiative Featuring Three World Premieres
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-16 16:22:46
Video: Ryan McCartan Sings 'Something's Coming' From WEST SIDE STORY at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Alan Henry - 2023-06-13 16:10:46
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
First Look: Willemijn Verkaik Returns to the Stage in REBECCA the Musical in Vienna
by Team BWW - 2022-09-26 15:45:25
VIDEO: Works & Process at the Guggenheim On Washington National Opera's WRITTEN IN STONE
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-11 09:49:49
VIDEO: Get a Sneak Peek at Washington National Opera's RETURN VICTORIOUS! Virtual Celebration
by Stephi Wild - 2021-06-11 07:44:47
VIDEO: On This Day, January 10- Broadway Goes Under the Sea With THE LITTLE MERMAID
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-01-10 16:20:00
#TBT: Go Under the Sea with the Opening Night of THE LITTLE MERMAID on Broadway!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-01-10 14:56:13
VIDEO: WNO's Presents LA TRAVIATA In The Kennedy Center Opera House
by Alan Henry - 2018-10-05 11:59:52
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE's 'Easily Assimilated'
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-21 09:15:12
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE Starring Alek Shrader and Emily Pogorelc
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-15 18:01:08
VIDEO: On This Day, January 10- THE LITTLE MERMAID Takes Broadway Under the Sea
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-01-10 16:54:42
News
Video: Julie Benko Sings 'If I Were a Bell' In GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025
Julie Benko is currently appearing as Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Harman Hall in Washington, D.C., where the production has been extended and will now run through January 8.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025
Julie Benko is currently appearing as Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Harman Hall in Washington, D.C., where the production has been extended and will now run through January 8.
Emma Flynn Will Take Over The Role Of Sarah Brown In Shakespeare Theatre Company’s GUYS AND DOLLS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced that Emma Flynn will assume the role of Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS. Flynn joins the cast following Julie Benko’s final performance on December 28.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced that Emma Flynn will assume the role of Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS. Flynn joins the cast following Julie Benko’s final performance on December 28.
Video: Kyle Taylor Parker Sings 'Sit Down, You're Rockin' The Boat' from GUYS AND DOLLS
by Joshua Wright - Dec 10, 2025
Take your first look at 'Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat' performed by Kyle Taylor Parker and the company of Guys and Dolls.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 10, 2025
Take your first look at 'Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat' performed by Kyle Taylor Parker and the company of Guys and Dolls.
Interview: Theatre Life with Rachel Portman
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 10, 2025
Today’s subject Academy and Emmy Award winning composer Rachel Portman has a career that includes scoring for over100 films, television and a stage musical of Little House on the Prairie. This week her foray into opera can be seen and heard in the Terrace Theater At Kennedy Center as Washington National Opera (WNO) presents The Little Prince as their annual family opera offering. The show runs for only five performances between December 12th and 14th. WNO first performed it 2014. It premiered at Houston Grand Opera in 2003.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 10, 2025
Today’s subject Academy and Emmy Award winning composer Rachel Portman has a career that includes scoring for over100 films, television and a stage musical of Little House on the Prairie. This week her foray into opera can be seen and heard in the Terrace Theater At Kennedy Center as Washington National Opera (WNO) presents The Little Prince as their annual family opera offering. The show runs for only five performances between December 12th and 14th. WNO first performed it 2014. It premiered at Houston Grand Opera in 2003.
Video: GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Dec 8, 2025
Get a first look at Sakespeare Theatre Company's holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turandot, West Side Story) and choreographed by Joshua Bergasse (Smash, Bull Durham), Guys and Dolls plays STC’s Harman Hall December 2 through January 4.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 8, 2025
Get a first look at Sakespeare Theatre Company's holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turandot, West Side Story) and choreographed by Joshua Bergasse (Smash, Bull Durham), Guys and Dolls plays STC’s Harman Hall December 2 through January 4.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Peter Rouleau - Dec 7, 2025
A charming and engaging musical romp.
by Peter Rouleau - Dec 7, 2025
A charming and engaging musical romp.
GUYS AND DOLLS Extended at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has annonced an extension of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Guys and Dolls has been extended to January 8.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has annonced an extension of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Guys and Dolls has been extended to January 8.
Photos: Hayley Podschun, Julie Benko and More Star in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Sakespeare Theatre Company has released photos of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Sakespeare Theatre Company has released photos of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello.
Best of NYC Christmas Concerts and Cabaret Shows - 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 3, 2025
Celebrate the winter holidays with cheer and plenty of good music with these 15 shows. There's something for everyone in this list – family-friendly shows you can take your kids to, queer celebrations, and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 3, 2025
Celebrate the winter holidays with cheer and plenty of good music with these 15 shows. There's something for everyone in this list – family-friendly shows you can take your kids to, queer celebrations, and more.
GUYS & DOLLS & More Lead Washington, DC's Top Holiday Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Dec 2, 2025
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. See what the experts recommend! Check out our editorial team's top picks for the best shows to see in Washington, DC for the Holiday Season 2025.
by Team BWW - Dec 2, 2025
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. See what the experts recommend! Check out our editorial team's top picks for the best shows to see in Washington, DC for the Holiday Season 2025.
Cabaret Roundup: December 1-7- Anthony Nunziata, BETTY & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 1, 2025
NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including winter holiday shows with some of Broadway's biggest stars, standup comedy, and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 1, 2025
NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including winter holiday shows with some of Broadway's biggest stars, standup comedy, and more.
Best Cabaret in December 2025: Christine Ebersole, Norm Lewis, Sam Morill & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 1, 2025
See some of the biggest stars of the stage, screen, jazz, cabaret & Broadway performing at cabaret venues this month at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and likely to sell out
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 1, 2025
See some of the biggest stars of the stage, screen, jazz, cabaret & Broadway performing at cabaret venues this month at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and likely to sell out
BWW Q&A: Rob Colletti Talks GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Nov 25, 2025
Rob Colletti makes his Shakespeare Theatre Company debut as Nathan Detroit, the loveable gambler in Guys and Dolls, on the hunt for a place to host the 'oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York.'
by Joshua Wright - Nov 25, 2025
Rob Colletti makes his Shakespeare Theatre Company debut as Nathan Detroit, the loveable gambler in Guys and Dolls, on the hunt for a place to host the 'oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York.'
54 Below to Celebrate the Holiday Season with Joe Iconis, Norm Lewis, Joy Woods and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
54 BELOW will celebrate the happiest time of the year with an incredible lineup of performances by Tony winner Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Darius de Haas, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
54 BELOW will celebrate the happiest time of the year with an incredible lineup of performances by Tony winner Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Darius de Haas, and more.
Cabaret Roundup: November 24-30- Seth Rudetsky, Christine Ebersole & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Nov 24, 2025
Here are a few top picks for shows to consider this week including eclectic singer Nellie McKay, Seth Rudetsky with an all-star Broadway lineup, and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Nov 24, 2025
Here are a few top picks for shows to consider this week including eclectic singer Nellie McKay, Seth Rudetsky with an all-star Broadway lineup, and more.
San Francisco Opera To Present Wagner’s THE RING OF THE NIBELUNG In June And July 2028
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025
San Francisco Opera has announced plans to present Richard Wagner’s The Ring of the Nibelung in June and July 2028, conducted by Music Director Eun Sun Kim and staged by Francesca Zambello.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025
San Francisco Opera has announced plans to present Richard Wagner’s The Ring of the Nibelung in June and July 2028, conducted by Music Director Eun Sun Kim and staged by Francesca Zambello.
GUYS AND DOLLS Begins Rehearsals at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company welcomed this week the cast and creative team of its upcoming holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Learn more about this show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company welcomed this week the cast and creative team of its upcoming holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Learn more about this show here!
Kennedy Center Ticket Sales Continue To Drop Following Trump Takeover
by Joshua Wright - Oct 31, 2025
A new analysis of shows attendance for major productions between early September and mid-October reached the lowest levels since the pandemic. This follows an earlier reported 36% drop in subscription sales.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 31, 2025
A new analysis of shows attendance for major productions between early September and mid-October reached the lowest levels since the pandemic. This follows an earlier reported 36% drop in subscription sales.
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.
by Alexander C. Kafka - Oct 25, 2025
With this marvelous Aida, WNO kicks off its 70th-anniversary season in grand style.
Review: PORGY AND BESS at Houston Grand Opera
by Armando Urdiales - Oct 25, 2025
As Houston performing arts ventures grow for the 2025-26 season, Houston Grand Opera surpasses them all with a thrilling 50th anniversary production of Gershwin's Porgy and Bess. Starring powerhouse performers Angel Blue and Michael Sumuel in the title roles, this theatrical staging further cements HGO's monolithic presence not only in Houston but in the world of opera at large.
by Armando Urdiales - Oct 25, 2025
As Houston performing arts ventures grow for the 2025-26 season, Houston Grand Opera surpasses them all with a thrilling 50th anniversary production of Gershwin's Porgy and Bess. Starring powerhouse performers Angel Blue and Michael Sumuel in the title roles, this theatrical staging further cements HGO's monolithic presence not only in Houston but in the world of opera at large.
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