Cory Lippiello Named Chief Producing Officer at Austin Opera
Austin Opera has named Cory Lippiello, formerly of Lyric Opera of Chicago, as Chief Producing Officer, overseeing the company's Artistic and Production departments.
Ernest Butler News
Houston Grand Opera Will Host 2026 Butler Studio Showcase
Twelve emerging artists from Houston Grand Opera's Butler Studio will perform staged scenes from works including LA BOHÈME, EUGENE ONEGIN, and DON CARLO at the Wortham Theater Center's Cullen Theater.
Single Tickets On Sale For Houston Grand Opera’s 2026-27 Season
Houston Grand Opera has put single tickets on sale for its upcoming season, featuring 38 performances across six productions, including SUSANNAH, SHOW BOAT, and a new staging of AIDA.
Austin Opera Unveils 2026-2027 Season with World Premiere of OFRENDA
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.
Houston Grand Opera to Stage OF MICE AND MEN in 2026
Houston Grand Opera will present Carlisle Floyd's OF MICE AND MEN as part of its Butler Studio production series.
Houston Grand Opera Announces 2026 CONCERT OF ARIAS Winners
Houston Grand Opera announced the winners for this year’s Concert of Arias, the 38th Annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers, held February 6 at the Wortham Theater Center and livestreamed for worldwide audiences.
Miró Quartet to Release New Holiday Album 'Hearth'
On Friday, November 28, 2025, the two-time GRAMMY-nominated Miró Quartet will release a new holiday album, Hearth, on PENTATONE.
Peter Bay to Step Down as Music Director of Austin Symphony Orchestra in 2027
The Austin Symphony Orchestra has announced that Peter Bay will step down as music director and principal conductor at the conclusion of the 2026–27 season, marking the end of a remarkable 30-year tenure.
Houston Grand Opera to Present 2025 Butler Studio Showcase
The Sarah and Ernest Butler Houston Grand Opera Studio will present the annual Butler Studio Showcase in the Cullen Theater at the Wortham Theater Center.
Austin Opera Celebrates 40th Birthday In 2025-2026 Season
Austin Opera's 2025-2026 Season will mark several major milestones, as the company celebrates its 40th birthday as well as the 10th anniversary of Annie Burridge's tenure as General Director & CEO.
Houston Grand Opera Reveals 2025 Concert of Arias Finalists
Houston Grand Opera has announced the seven finalists for this year's Concert of Arias, the 37th Annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers, to be presented at the Wortham Theater Center this month.
Houston Grand Opera Launches Partnership with Barcelona’s Gran Teatre del Liceu
Houston Grand Opera is partnering with the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona, created to foster cultural exchange and collaboration between the two internationally recognized opera houses.
Conductor James Gaffigan Leads The Houston Grand Opera Orchestra's First 'Concert Of Arias' Performance
On Friday, January 17, 2025, American conductor James Gaffigan will lead the Houston Grand Opera Orchestra in the 37th annual, newly reimagined 'Concert of Arias' featuring finalists of the Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers.
Ballet Austin to Open 2024/25 Season with BELLE / A Tale of Beauty & the Beast
Ballet Austin will open its 2024/25 season with a weekend of passion and intrigue in BELLE / A Tale of Beauty & the Beast.
Houston Grand Opera Hosts 2024 Butler Studio Showcase
The Sarah and Ernest Butler Houston Grand Opera Studio will present the annual Butler Studio Showcase on Sept.
Ballet Austin Celebrates Mother's Day Weekend With THE SLEEPING BEAUTY
Ballet Austin will conclude the 2023/24 Season Mother’s Day weekend with one of the most memorable classical ballets of all time, The Sleeping Beauty.
Video: Miró Quartet Releases New Music Video 'Over The Rainbow'
Discover the MIRÓ QUARTET's tribute to their hometown of Austin in their latest music video, OVER THE RAINBOW.
Houston Grand Opera Will Present Two Free Performances of MADAME BUTTERFLY
Houston Grand Opera will present two free performances of Puccini’s stunning masterpiece, Madame Butterfly.
Ten Singers Advance To The Final Round Of The 2024 Met Opera Eric And Dominique Laffont Competition
Discover the ten talented singers who have advanced to the final round of the 2024 Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition.
Houston Grand Opera Announces 2024 Concert Of Arias Winners
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to debut the winners for this year's Concert of Arias, the 36th Annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers, held this evening at the Wortham Theater Center and livestreamed for audiences at home.
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