Ryan McKinny News

Review: TOSCA at Wolf Trap Opera

by Roger Catlin — August 10, 2026

She bounds on stage in sunglasses, fur and foulard like she’s just taken a Vespa from the Trevi Fountain.

BREAKING THE WAVES Album From Houston Grand Opera Out Now

by A.A. Cristi — August 7, 2026

Houston Grand Opera has released the first-ever recording of Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek's BREAKING THE WAVES, led by Lauren Snouffer and Ryan McKinny under Patrick Summers.

BREAKING THE WAVES Recording From Houston Grand Opera Out Now

by Rachel Stone — August 7, 2026

Houston Grand Opera released the first-ever recording of Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek's opera BREAKING THE WAVES, led by Lauren Snouffer, Ryan McKinny, and conductor Patrick Summers.

Piedmont Opera to Reveal Casts for 50th Anniversary Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 4, 2026

Piedmont Opera revealed the casts and creative teams for its milestone anniversary season, featuring Renée Fleming and North Carolina premieres of works by Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer.

BREAKING THE WAVES Album to Be Released by Houston Grand Opera

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 17, 2026

Houston Grand Opera will release the first-ever recording of Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek's opera Breaking the Waves, captured during its 2025 Houston premiere.

Carnegie Hall Will Present THE CARLISLE FLOYD CENTENNIAL Concert

by A.A. Cristi — May 14, 2026

Carnegie Hall will host a centennial concert honoring American opera composer Carlisle Floyd, featuring mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, conductor Christopher James Ray, and the inaugural Carlisle Floyd Prize for Voice.

Wolf Trap Opera Reveals Summer 2026 Filene & Studio Artists

by Stephi Wild — April 10, 2026

Wolf Trap Opera has announced the cast for its 2026 summer season, showcasing a dynamic roster of emerging artists in one of the country's leading training grounds for rising opera talent.

Washington National Opera Names Marc A. Scorca to Board of Trustees

by Nicole Rosky — March 30, 2026

Widely regarded as one of the most influential leaders in the American opera field, Scorca brings decades of experience advancing opera companies, artists, and audiences across the United States.

Video: First Look at THE CRUCIBLE at Washington National Opera

by Joshua Wright — March 24, 2026

Watch a first look video of THE CRUCIBLE at Washington National Opera, running March 21–29, 2026, with full cast and creative team details.

Washington National Opera Opens THE CRUCIBLE At Lisner Auditorium

by A.A. Cristi — March 17, 2026

Washington National Opera will present THE CRUCIBLE March 21–29 at Lisner Auditorium in Washington, D.

Susan Graham Will Headline Carlisle Floyd Centennial Concert at Carnegie Hall

by Stephi Wild — February 25, 2026

Renowned mezzo-soprano Susan Graham will headline the Carlisle Floyd Centennial Concert at Carnegie Hall, celebrating the legacy of the iconic American composer.

Aspen Music Festival & School Reveals 2026 Season

by Stephi Wild — February 18, 2026

The Aspen Music Festival & School has announced its 2026 season, running from July 1 to August 23, under the theme 'For All'.

Wolf Trap Unveils 2026 Summer Season of Classical and Opera Performances

by A.A. Cristi — February 10, 2026

Wolf Trap will present a diverse lineup of classical music and opera performances for its 2026 summer season, featuring renowned global artists and ensembles.

Post Kennedy Center Split, Washington National Opera Sets Stephen Schwartz Hosted WEST SIDE STORY Gala & More

by Joshua Wright — January 16, 2026

Washington National Opera announces spring 2026 performances at venues across the D.

Miles Mykkanen Will Lead SILENT NIGHT at Houston Grand Opera

by Stephi Wild — January 9, 2026

Houston Grand Opera has announced that internationally celebrated Finnish-American tenor Miles Mykkanen will perform the lead role of Nikolaus Sprink in Kevin Puts and Mark Campbell's Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Silent Night.

Carlisle Floyd Centennial To Celebrate The Composer's Legacy Worldwide In 2026

by A.A. Cristi — January 8, 2026

The Carlisle Floyd Centennial will present an international celebration marking the 100th anniversary of the composer's birth on June 11, 2026, recognizing his lasting role in American opera and his deep ties to the cultural life of the American South.