Bel Canto News

Second Stage Theater will present a one-night-only reading of the new musical EIGHTY-SIXED, which will kick off the NEXT STAGE FESTIVAL on January 16, 2024 at Second Stage’s Tony Kiser Theater.

A new chamber opera based on Oscar Wilde’s rarely performed second play, The Duchess of Padua, will be presented by The Music Troupe at The Space Theatre in London from Tuesday 20 - Sunday 25 February 2024 followed by a tour to Richmond, North Yorkshire (2 March), Manchester (3 March) and Hungerford (10 March).

The Orange County Women’s Chorus presents 'Dancing Day' in their 26th season. Join them for a captivating concert on December 16 and 17 in Huntington Beach.

The Bach Choir of Bethlehem presents Christmas concerts featuring Bach's Magnificat and Christen ätzet diesen Tag, BWV 63. Renowned soloists and audience participation in beloved carols. Visit bach.org/christmas2023 for tickets and livestream information.

Join us on April 19 at 7:00 for a special event at historic St. Ann Church in West Palm Beach, Florida. Experience the second reprise of The Prodigal Daughter and witness the world premiere of an aria from 3:16. Don't miss this unique musical experience!

In this excerpt from Donizetti's THE DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT, bel canto superstar Lawrence Brownlee (Tonio) displays his stratospheric singing in 'Ah! mes amis' ('Ah, my friends'), celebrating that as a member of the regiment, he can now marry his love, Marie. Watch a clip here!

Mezzo-soprano ERIN WAGNER performs world premiere by ERROLLYN WALLEN at Weill Recital Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets!

The world of opera came together in Warsaw tonight [9 November 2023] for a star-studded ceremony at Teatr Wielki, Polish National Opera, Warsaw at which the winners of the 2023 International Opera Awards were revealed.

Discover the emotional journey of human emotions in the concert 'Aires otoñales' at the Museo Mural Diego Rivera. Mezzosoprano Estefanya Márquez and soprano Alejandra Toledo will present arias from the opera tradition. Free admission on November 10th at 6:30 PM.

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the holiday production of As You Like It, playing in STC's Harman Hall DEC 2 – 31.

In this video interview from the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the renowned tenor Lawrence Brownlee discusses his character's growth and how he prepares for the nine astonishing high C's in 'A mes amis.'

Lyric Opera of Chicago will bring this production of Donizetti’s The Daughter of the Regiment — bel canto opera’s equivalent of vintage champagne — to the city for the first time. Audiences are invited to Lyric for all of the military might and operatic delight, for seven performances through November 25. Check out a teaser trailer for the production here!

Candian Opera Company will present Scottish Opera's production of Donizetti's Don Pasquale April 26, May 2, 4, 8, 10, 12, 14, and 18, 2024. Watch the teaser video here!

New York City's leading chamber choir, Musica Viva NY, highlights one of its most important missions: the commissioning of new works.

Opera Naples, Inc. has announced a first of its kind collaboration with The Luciano Pavarotti Foundation that will be seen during several milestone events in the coming winter season.

What did our critic think of ALCINA It’s worth going to see for the glorious music and courageous, proficient singing

Teatro Nuovo will celebrate the centenary of Maria Callas (1923-1977) with a special event titled 'CALLAS: PAST AND FUTURE.'

The International Opera Awards has announced the shortlist for this year's Awards, which will be held at Teatr Wielki, Polish National Opera, Warsaw on Thursday 9 November.

Tenor Eric Ferring releases new album 'We have tomorrow' featuring works by Barber, Price, Brahms, Beach, Shepherd, and Fauré with pianist Madeline Slettedahl and Quatuor Agate. Out now on Delos.

Washington Master Chorale celebrates contemporary Black composers in their new season opener concert, featuring a world premiere by Mason Bynes inspired by Langston Hughes. Don't miss this showcase of renowned Black composers from Washington, DC.