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Lucas and Beglarian Named Inaugural Recipients of Hermitage Artist Retreat Greenfield Prize
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2009

Obie Award-winning playwright Craig Lucas ('Prelude to a Kiss,' 'Light in the Piazza') and internationally acclaimed composer EveBeglarian are the inaugural recipients of the Hermitage Artist Retreat's Greenfield Prize announced Hermitage Executive Director Bruce Rodgers.Lucas and Beglarian will accept their prizes in Sarasota at the GreenfieldPrize banquet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 22 at Michael's on East.

Casting Announced For 2009 City Opera's VOX Showcase; Includes Schwartz's SEANCE ON A WET AFTERNOON
by Charlie Piane - Apr 14, 2009

New York City Opera's acclaimed VOX: Showcasing American Opera series marks its 10th anniversary on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place, at Washington Square South) at New York University. New York City Opera's annual VOX series demonstrates the company's commitment to the development of American opera, giving a free-of-charge platform to new or previously unperformed American operas. This year's showcase will include Renowned Broadway composer Stephen Schwartz's new opera, Séance on a Wet Afternoon.

VOX: Showcasing American Opera Series Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary 5/1 In NYC
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 8, 2009

New York City Opera's acclaimed VOX: Showcasing American Opera series marks its 10th anniversary on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place, at Washington Square South) at New York University.

New York City Opera Announces 2009/10 Season and Reopening of Renovated David H. Koch Theater with Gala Performance on 11/5
by Reynard Loki - Apr 1, 2009

Under the new leadership of General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel, and with all performances taking place in the newly renovated David H. Koch Theater (formerly the New York State Theater), New York City Opera will present five operas in 2009-2010, in fall and spring seasons. With repertoire that spans opera history from the early 18th to the late 20th centuries - including the premiere of a new production - the 2009-2010 season reaffirms the company's historic mission to present innovative productions, to champion contemporary works, to rediscover early and lesser-known operas, and to promote American artists.

NYC's VOX Opera Series Celebrates 10th Anniversary 5/1-5/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 27, 2009

New York City Opera's acclaimed VOX: Showcasing American Opera series marks its 10 th anniversary on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place, at Washington Square South) at New York University. New York City Opera's annual VOX series demonstrates the company's commitment to the development of American opera, giving a free-of-charge platform to new or previously unperformed American operas. The final excerpt presented on Saturday, May 2, will mark the 100 th opera presented by VOX.

NYC Opera Presents THE MAGIC FLUTE 4/4 At LaGuardia PAC
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 16, 2009

New York City Opera and Target present a family performance of Mozart's The Magic Flute on Saturday, April 4th at 1pm at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center at LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, Queens.

Lucas and Beglarian Named Inaugural Recipients of Hermitage Artist Retreat Greenfield Prize
by Eddie Varley - Mar 15, 2009

Obie Award-winning playwright Craig Lucas ('Prelude to a Kiss,' 'Light in the Piazza') and internationally acclaimed composer EveBeglarian are the inaugural recipients of the Hermitage Artist Retreat's Greenfield Prize announced Hermitage Executive Director Bruce Rodgers.Lucas and Beglarian will accept their prizes in Sarasota at the GreenfieldPrize banquet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 22 at Michael's on East.

Family Friendly Performance Of THE MAGIC FLUTE Presented 4/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 5, 2009

New York City Opera and Target present a family performance of Mozart's The Magic Flute on Saturday, April 4th at 1pm at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center at LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, Queens. The one hour, semi-staged presentation of the opera will be sung in English, and will feature New York City Opera singers and orchestra conducted by the company's Music Director George Manahan.

NYC Opera Celebrates 10th Anniversary of VOX 5/1, 5/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 23, 2009

New York City Opera's acclaimed VOX: Showcasing American Opera series marks its 10th anniversary on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place, at Washington Square South) at New York University. New York City Opera's annual VOX series demonstrates the company's commitment to the development of American opera, giving a free-of-charge platform to new or previously unperformed American operas. The final excerpt presented on Saturday, May 2, will mark the 100th opera presented by VOX.

City Opera Presents 'I'M ON MY WAY' For Black History 1/28
by BWW News Desk - Jan 28, 2009

In honor of Black History Month, City Opera co-presents a three-part series, Black History at New York City Opera, with the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. The first program, 'I'm on My Way': Black History at City Opera on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, commemorates the rich African-American contributions to City Opera's heritage and the great African-American works and artists who have graced City Opera's stage. Continuing with 'One Fine Day': A Tribute to Camilla Williams on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 and 'Troubled Island': 60th Anniversary Celebration on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, the programs feature discussion, live performance, special guests, historic slides and audio and video clips. All three events take place at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, located at 15 Malcolm X Boulevard in New York City.

BYE GEORGE & DAY ONE Performed In NYC 1/19 and 1/20
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2009

This once in a lifetime celebration of the most exciting presidential torch pass in a generation is being rung in by some of New York's most exciting and hilarious performers. The show pays tribute to the administration's most memorable moments through song, comedy, cabaret, and banter. Lea DeLaria hosts an unforgettable party featuring the talents of Justin Bond, Jessie Kirson, Holcombe Waller, Avenue Q's Stephanie D'Abruzzo, and cast members of Hair. Special appearances by John Cameron Mitchell and Ugly Betty's Michael Urie.

New York City Opera Appoints George Steel As General Manager and Artistic Director
by Robert Diamond - Jan 14, 2009

The Board of Directors of New York City Opera has announced the appointment of George Steel as the company's new General Manager and Artistic Director. Mr. Steel is expected to assume his responsibilities as of February 1, 2009.

NYC Opera Presents 'ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA' 1/15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2009

New York City Opera is proud to present the company premiere of Samuel Barber's Antony and Cleopatra in concert on January 15 and 16, 2009 at 8 PM in Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium. Soprano Lauren Flanigan sings the role of Cleopatra opposite baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes, in his New York City Opera debut, as Antony. The cast includes rising tenor Simon O'Neill as Caesar and City Opera favorites David Pittsinger as Enobarbus, Sandra Piques Eddy as Charmian and Laura Vlasak Nolen as Iras. City Opera Music Director George Manahan will conduct. The company's celebration of Samuel Barber's upcoming centennial will also include a Symposium on Antony and Cleopatra on Saturday, January 10, co-presented by and taking place at Miller Theatre at Columbia University, which will feature City Opera soprano Elizabeth Futral in a unique recital of musical depictions and evocations of Cleopatra.

BYE GEORGE & DAY ONE Performed In NYC 1/19 and 1/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 14, 2009

This once in a lifetime celebration of the most exciting presidential torch pass in a generation is being rung in by some of New York's most exciting and hilarious performers. The show pays tribute to the administration's most memorable moments through song, comedy, cabaret, and banter. Lea DeLaria hosts an unforgettable party featuring the talents of Justin Bond, Jessie Kirson, Holcombe Waller, Avenue Q's Stephanie D'Abruzzo, and cast members of Hair. Special appearances by John Cameron Mitchell and Ugly Betty's Michael Urie.

Caroline Worra Stars In Arvo Part's L'abbe Agathon 1/11,1/12
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2009

Grammy-nominated soprano Caroline Worra takes over singing duties in Estonian composer Arvo P?rt's L'abb? Agathon - the world premiere operatic version this weekend at the Guggenheim Museum's Peter B. Lewis Theatre on Sunday, January 11 and Monday, January 12, 2009 at 7:30 PM. L'Abb? Agathon will be re-imagined by French visual artist Sophie Calle, with a film installation by Ms. Calle.

Caroline Worra Stars In Arvo Part's L'abbe Agathon 1/11,1/12
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 9, 2009

Grammy-nominated soprano Caroline Worra takes over singing duties in Estonian composer Arvo P?rt's L'abb? Agathon - the world premiere operatic version this weekend at the Guggenheim Museum's Peter B. Lewis Theatre on Sunday, January 11 and Monday, January 12, 2009 at 7:30 PM. L'Abb? Agathon will be re-imagined by French visual artist Sophie Calle, with a film installation by Ms. Calle.

City Opera Presents 'I'M ON MY WAY' For Black History 1/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 19, 2008

In honor of Black History Month, City Opera co-presents a three-part series, Black History at New York City Opera, with the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. The first program, 'I'm on My Way': Black History at City Opera on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, commemorates the rich African-American contributions to City Opera's heritage and the great African-American works and artists who have graced City Opera's stage. Continuing with 'One Fine Day': A Tribute to Camilla Williams on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 and 'Troubled Island': 60th Anniversary Celebration on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, the programs feature discussion, live performance, special guests, historic slides and audio and video clips. All three events take place at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, located at 15 Malcolm X Boulevard in New York City.

Arvo Part Music Staged as Opera and Dance at Guggenheim on January 11-12
by Robert Diamond - Dec 11, 2008

While performing arts centers around the country struggle to stage high-budget standard productions, American Opera Projects (AOP), the Brooklyn-based company 'known for bringing cutting-edge vocal productions to the masses' (New York), and Works & Process at the Guggenheim Museum co-present three stream-lined music-theatre works featuring celebrated composers Arvo P?rt and Tarik O'Regan.

NYC Opera Presents 'ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA' 1/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 24, 2008

New York City Opera is proud to present the company premiere of Samuel Barber's Antony and Cleopatra in concert on January 15 and 16, 2009 at 8 PM in Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium. Soprano Lauren Flanigan sings the role of Cleopatra opposite baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes, in his New York City Opera debut, as Antony. The cast includes rising tenor Simon O'Neill as Caesar and City Opera favorites David Pittsinger as Enobarbus, Sandra Piques Eddy as Charmian and Laura Vlasak Nolen as Iras. City Opera Music Director George Manahan will conduct. The company's celebration of Samuel Barber's upcoming centennial will also include a Symposium on Antony and Cleopatra on Saturday, January 10, co-presented by and taking place at Miller Theatre at Columbia University, which will feature City Opera soprano Elizabeth Futral in a unique recital of musical depictions and evocations of Cleopatra.

'A CONCERT FOR HOPE' At Playwright's Horizons 11/24
by BWW News Desk - Nov 24, 2008

The New York arts community gather for broadway beyond borders: A CONCERT FOR HOPE: Benefiting Metro Area Refugee Survivors of Torture.

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