Benjamin Britten
Date of Birth: November 22, 1913
Date of Death: December 04, 1976 (63)
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Superintendent Budd (Eric Delagrange), Miss Wordsworth (Leah Brzyski), and Lady Billows (Ann Toomey) contemplated the possibility of a male May King at the Princeton Festival’s opening performance of Benjamin Britten’s comedic opera Albert HerringLady Billows (Ann Toomey) celebrated the crowning of the reluctant May King Albert Herring (Joshua Stewart) during Friday’s opening performance of Benjamin Britten’s comedic opera at the Princeton Festival.
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06/20/2022
From: Photos: Check Out Highlights From Princeton Festival Week 1
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Video: Get A First Look At A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM At Atlanta Opera
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-06 14:07:06
Video: Inside The Design Of Atlanta Opera's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
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New Classical Albums from Ketty Nez, Matthew Arndt, Josh Getman Out Now
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Navona, Ravello, Big Round, Albany, and MSR Classics released new classical recordings including Ketty Nez's ONLY THE PATH REMAINS, Matthew Arndt's AMPLE LAMPS, and Josh Getman's CHASING GHOSTS.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Navona, Ravello, Big Round, Albany, and MSR Classics released new classical recordings including Ketty Nez's ONLY THE PATH REMAINS, Matthew Arndt's AMPLE LAMPS, and Josh Getman's CHASING GHOSTS.
DANCING TREE: CHORAL LANDSCAPES to Launch From ST. CHARLES SINGERS
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026
The ST. CHARLES SINGERS, led by Jeffrey Hunt, will release a new album on Navona Records featuring a title work written for the choir by John Rutter, alongside commissioned pieces and a cappella works.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026
The ST. CHARLES SINGERS, led by Jeffrey Hunt, will release a new album on Navona Records featuring a title work written for the choir by John Rutter, alongside commissioned pieces and a cappella works.
Anthony Roth Costanzo and More Set for The Frick Collection 2026-27 Concert Season Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
The Frick Collection announced its upcoming concert season, featuring free Garden Court pop-up performances, a Matthew Aucoin world premiere, and recitals from pianists, vocalists, and early-music ensembles.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
The Frick Collection announced its upcoming concert season, featuring free Garden Court pop-up performances, a Matthew Aucoin world premiere, and recitals from pianists, vocalists, and early-music ensembles.
Los Angeles Children's Chorus Receives Largest Grant In Its History
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 15, 2026
The GRAMMY-winning Los Angeles Children’s Chorus (LACC) has announced that it has received a 2026 General Operating Support Grant from the Perenchio Foundation. The $2,040,000 grant, which will be distributed over three years, is the largest in LACC’s history.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 15, 2026
The GRAMMY-winning Los Angeles Children’s Chorus (LACC) has announced that it has received a 2026 General Operating Support Grant from the Perenchio Foundation. The $2,040,000 grant, which will be distributed over three years, is the largest in LACC’s history.
Robert Sirota to Release CONTRAPASSOS Album on Azica Records
by Rachel Stone - Aug 7, 2026
Composer Robert Sirota's new album CONTRAPASSOS will feature world premiere recordings performed by the Telegraph Quartet and soprano Abigail Fischer, released on the Azica label.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 7, 2026
Composer Robert Sirota's new album CONTRAPASSOS will feature world premiere recordings performed by the Telegraph Quartet and soprano Abigail Fischer, released on the Azica label.
Boston Philharmonic Orchestra to Present Final Season at Symphony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026
The Boston Philharmonic Orchestra announced its 48th and final season, led by Benjamin Zander, with four BPO programs and three Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra concerts at Symphony Hall.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026
The Boston Philharmonic Orchestra announced its 48th and final season, led by Benjamin Zander, with four BPO programs and three Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra concerts at Symphony Hall.
Boston Philharmonic to Present Final Season at Symphony Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026
The Boston Philharmonic will close its 48th season with four orchestra programs and three youth orchestra programs at Symphony Hall, all led by Benjamin Zander.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026
The Boston Philharmonic will close its 48th season with four orchestra programs and three youth orchestra programs at Symphony Hall, all led by Benjamin Zander.
Conductor Kent Tritle to Lead Mozart Requiem, Bach Mass in B Minor and More Next Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Kent Tritle will conduct major choral works with the Cathedral Choirs of St. John the Divine, the Oratorio Society of New York, and Musica Sacra in his upcoming concert season across New York venues.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Kent Tritle will conduct major choral works with the Cathedral Choirs of St. John the Divine, the Oratorio Society of New York, and Musica Sacra in his upcoming concert season across New York venues.
NATIONAL PARKS: THE CONCERT to Headline Phoenix Chorale's 2026/2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
Phoenix Chorale announced a four-concert season led by Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas, featuring a world premiere by Composer-in-Residence Jennifer Lucy Cook and a new album release.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
Phoenix Chorale announced a four-concert season led by Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas, featuring a world premiere by Composer-in-Residence Jennifer Lucy Cook and a new album release.
Musica Sacra Unveils 2026-27 Season Featuring Carnegie Hall, New York Philharmonic & New York City Ballet Collaborations
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026
Musica Sacra announced its 2026-27 season, featuring three programs at Carnegie Hall and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, plus collaborations with the New York Philharmonic, Carnegie Hall, and New York City Ballet.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026
Musica Sacra announced its 2026-27 season, featuring three programs at Carnegie Hall and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, plus collaborations with the New York Philharmonic, Carnegie Hall, and New York City Ballet.
Review: ALL-STAR DANCE GALA at Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater
by Steve Sucato - Jul 23, 2026
What did our critic think of ALL-STAR DANCE GALA at Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater?
by Steve Sucato - Jul 23, 2026
What did our critic think of ALL-STAR DANCE GALA at Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater?
Lyric Opera Of Kansas City Announces 2026-2027 Resident Artists
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 13, 2026
General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemper has announced the selection of the artists for the Resident Artist Program for the 2026-2027 season. The 2026-2027 Resident Artists include returning soprano Bethany Jelinek, mezzo-soprano Natalie Sweeney, returning tenor David Pelino, and baritone Jon Dirk Ross.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 13, 2026
General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemper has announced the selection of the artists for the Resident Artist Program for the 2026-2027 season. The 2026-2027 Resident Artists include returning soprano Bethany Jelinek, mezzo-soprano Natalie Sweeney, returning tenor David Pelino, and baritone Jon Dirk Ross.
NEW YORK FESTIVAL OF SONG to Launch 2026-2027 Season at Merkin Hall and Beyond
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
New York Festival of Song announced its upcoming season, featuring four mainstage concerts at Merkin Hall co-presented by Kaufman Music Center, plus standalone programs including A GOYISHE CHRISTMAS TO YOU! and a Juilliard collaboration.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
New York Festival of Song announced its upcoming season, featuring four mainstage concerts at Merkin Hall co-presented by Kaufman Music Center, plus standalone programs including A GOYISHE CHRISTMAS TO YOU! and a Juilliard collaboration.
Des Moines Metro Opera Announces 2027 Festival Season
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 5, 2026
Des Moines Metro Opera (DMMO)’s Linda Koehn General and Artistic Director, Michael Egel, has announced the repertory for the company’s 2027 Festival Season. It will features a new production of Jacques Offenbach’s The Tales of Hoffmann, a new production and company premiere of Philip Glass’s Orphée, and the revival of the company’s acclaimed 2017 production of Benjamin Britten’s Billy Budd.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 5, 2026
Des Moines Metro Opera (DMMO)’s Linda Koehn General and Artistic Director, Michael Egel, has announced the repertory for the company’s 2027 Festival Season. It will features a new production of Jacques Offenbach’s The Tales of Hoffmann, a new production and company premiere of Philip Glass’s Orphée, and the revival of the company’s acclaimed 2017 production of Benjamin Britten’s Billy Budd.
Review: MAINLY MOZART WITH VIOLINIST JAMES EHNES at The Conrad In La Jolla
by Ron Bierman - Jun 30, 2026
At roughly six minutes, the Memorium is an excellent introduction to the “tintinnabula” (bell) minimalist style created by the composer. A simple melodic line combines with a separate line of triads. Music majors have written theses describing the style in excruciating detail, but the effect Pärt achieves is a bell-like simplicity that can evoke rapt spiritual introspection.
by Ron Bierman - Jun 30, 2026
At roughly six minutes, the Memorium is an excellent introduction to the “tintinnabula” (bell) minimalist style created by the composer. A simple melodic line combines with a separate line of triads. Music majors have written theses describing the style in excruciating detail, but the effect Pärt achieves is a bell-like simplicity that can evoke rapt spiritual introspection.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 30, 2026- MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Welcomes New Stars and More
by - Jun 30, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 30, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jun 30, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 30, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: BILLY BUDD, Glyndebourne
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 29, 2026
It is 75 years since Benjamin Britten's Billy Budd first appeared on stage: a collaboration between himself and novelist EM Forster to adapt Herman Melville’s novella.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 29, 2026
It is 75 years since Benjamin Britten's Billy Budd first appeared on stage: a collaboration between himself and novelist EM Forster to adapt Herman Melville’s novella.
The Finnish National Opera and Ballet Announces New Principal Conductor Dima Slobodeniouk
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 10, 2026
The Board of the Finnish National Opera and Ballet Foundation decided upon the appointment of Dima Slobodeniouk. Prior to the decision, the Board heard personnel groups of the Finnish National Opera and Ballet.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 10, 2026
The Board of the Finnish National Opera and Ballet Foundation decided upon the appointment of Dima Slobodeniouk. Prior to the decision, the Board heard personnel groups of the Finnish National Opera and Ballet.
LA Children's Chorus to Launch 40th Anniversary West Coast Tour with Free Pasadena Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
The Grammy-winning Los Angeles Children's Chorus will kick off a 12-day West Coast Tour with a free public send-off concert in Pasadena before performing in Vancouver, Seattle, Eugene, and San Francisco.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
The Grammy-winning Los Angeles Children's Chorus will kick off a 12-day West Coast Tour with a free public send-off concert in Pasadena before performing in Vancouver, Seattle, Eugene, and San Francisco.
BARRY & BETTE and OUTCASTS & INNOCENTS to Launch Madison Lyric Stage Summer Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Madison Lyric Stage will present two concerts at Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society: a tribute to Barry Manilow and Bette Midler, and a semi-staged celebration of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Madison Lyric Stage will present two concerts at Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society: a tribute to Barry Manilow and Bette Midler, and a semi-staged celebration of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.
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How many shows has Benjamin Britten written?
Benjamin Britten has written 3 shows including They Walk Alone (Composer), The Rape of Lucretia (Composer), Let's Make an Opera (Composer).
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