Denyce Graves
Latest News on Denyce Graves:
Ingrid Laubrock & Ikue Mori To Perform At New England Conservatory This Spring (Apr 22, 2025)
Opera Carolina Announces 2025-2026 Season (Apr 5, 2025)
Opera Carolina Unveils 2025-2026 Season with 'Opera for All' Theme (Apr 4, 2025)
Ingrid Laubrock & Ikue Mori To Perform At New England Conservatory This Spring (Apr 22, 2025)
Opera Carolina Announces 2025-2026 Season (Apr 5, 2025)
Opera Carolina Unveils 2025-2026 Season with 'Opera for All' Theme (Apr 4, 2025)
BIO
Graves made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in 1995 and has appeared at many opera houses. Though her repertoire is extensive, her signature parts are the title roles in Carmen and Samson et Dalila. Graves also made many appearances on the children's television series, "Between the Lions" where she used her talents to teach children sounds of words. On January 20, 2005, she sang the patriotic song "American Anthem" during the 55th Presidential Inauguration, between the swearing-in ceremonies of Vice President Dick Cheney and President George W. Bush for their second terms in office.
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VIDEO: Watch The 2022 Bayer Fund Artists-in-Training Program Winter Recital from Opera Theatre St. Louis
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-14 12:04:32
VIDEO: Janai Brugger Sings 'Summertime' in Rehearsal For The Metropolitan Opera's PORGY AND BESS
by Stephi Wild - 2021-10-29 08:00:42
VIDEO: Renee Fleming Launches 'Healing Breath' Series to Help COVID-19 Survivors
by Stephi Wild - 2021-08-03 05:40:27
VIDEO: Watch Audra McDonald, Josh Groban & More in UNITED IN SONG PBS Special
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-01-04 17:06:18
VIDEO: Janai Brugger Sings 'Summertime' in Rehearsal For The Metropolitan Opera's PORGY AND BESS
by Stephi Wild - 2021-10-29 08:00:42
VIDEO: Renee Fleming Launches 'Healing Breath' Series to Help COVID-19 Survivors
by Stephi Wild - 2021-08-03 05:40:27
VIDEO: Watch Audra McDonald, Josh Groban & More in UNITED IN SONG PBS Special
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-01-04 17:06:18
VIDEO: Renee Fleming Launches 'Healing Breath' Series to Help COVID-19 Survivors
by Stephi Wild - 2021-08-03 05:40:27
VIDEO: Watch Audra McDonald, Josh Groban & More in UNITED IN SONG PBS Special
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-01-04 17:06:18
VIDEO: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Performs as Part of Memorial For Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-26 10:03:41
VIDEO: Watch Audra McDonald, Josh Groban & More in UNITED IN SONG PBS Special
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-01-04 17:06:18
VIDEO: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Performs as Part of Memorial For Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-26 10:03:41
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals At The Met Opera Choreographed By Camille A. Brown
by Alan Henry - 2019-09-11 13:23:54
VIDEO: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Performs as Part of Memorial For Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-26 10:03:41
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals At The Met Opera Choreographed By Camille A. Brown
by Alan Henry - 2019-09-11 13:23:54
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals Of 'It Ain't Necessarily So' At The Met Opera
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-30 10:53:39
VIDEO: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Performs as Part of Memorial For Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-26 10:03:41
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals At The Met Opera Choreographed By Camille A. Brown
by Alan Henry - 2019-09-11 13:23:54
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals Of 'It Ain't Necessarily So' At The Met Opera
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-30 10:53:39
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals At The Met Opera Choreographed By Camille A. Brown
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-26 17:39:42
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals At The Met Opera Choreographed By Camille A. Brown
by Alan Henry - 2019-09-11 13:23:54
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals Of 'It Ain't Necessarily So' At The Met Opera
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-30 10:53:39
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals At The Met Opera Choreographed By Camille A. Brown
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-26 17:39:42
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE's 'Easily Assimilated'
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-21 09:15:12
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals Of 'It Ain't Necessarily So' At The Met Opera
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-30 10:53:39
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals At The Met Opera Choreographed By Camille A. Brown
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-26 17:39:42
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE's 'Easily Assimilated'
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-21 09:15:12
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE Starring Alek Shrader and Emily Pogorelc
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-15 18:01:08
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PORGY AND BESS Rehearsals At The Met Opera Choreographed By Camille A. Brown
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-26 17:39:42
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE's 'Easily Assimilated'
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-21 09:15:12
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE Starring Alek Shrader and Emily Pogorelc
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-15 18:01:08
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE's 'Easily Assimilated'
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-21 09:15:12
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE Starring Alek Shrader and Emily Pogorelc
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-15 18:01:08
STAGE TUBE: Laura Osnes and Steven Pasquale Perform 'If I Loved You' from Lyric Opera's CAROUSEL
by Stage Tube - 2015-04-20 17:16:50
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE Starring Alek Shrader and Emily Pogorelc
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-15 18:01:08
STAGE TUBE: Laura Osnes and Steven Pasquale Perform 'If I Loved You' from Lyric Opera's CAROUSEL
by Stage Tube - 2015-04-20 17:16:50
TV: Watch Highlights from Lyric Opera of Chicago's Starry New Production of CAROUSEL!
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-04-10 16:26:32
STAGE TUBE: Laura Osnes and Steven Pasquale Perform 'If I Loved You' from Lyric Opera's CAROUSEL
by Stage Tube - 2015-04-20 17:16:50
TV: Watch Highlights from Lyric Opera of Chicago's Starry New Production of CAROUSEL!
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-04-10 16:26:32
VIDEO: Dr. Rob Istad Interviews THE RADIO HOUR Composer Jake Heggie and Conductor John Alexander, Parts 1 & 2
by Diana Heisroth - 2014-04-24 18:04:57
STAGE TUBE: Laura Osnes and Steven Pasquale Perform 'If I Loved You' from Lyric Opera's CAROUSEL
by Stage Tube - 2015-04-20 17:16:50
TV: Watch Highlights from Lyric Opera of Chicago's Starry New Production of CAROUSEL!
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-04-10 16:26:32
VIDEO: Dr. Rob Istad Interviews THE RADIO HOUR Composer Jake Heggie and Conductor John Alexander, Parts 1 & 2
by Diana Heisroth - 2014-04-24 18:04:57
TV: Watch Highlights from Lyric Opera of Chicago's Starry New Production of CAROUSEL!
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-04-10 16:26:32
VIDEO: Dr. Rob Istad Interviews THE RADIO HOUR Composer Jake Heggie and Conductor John Alexander, Parts 1 & 2
by Diana Heisroth - 2014-04-24 18:04:57
TV EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Starry New York City Center Reopening Gala Featuring Performance Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-10-26 17:49:13
VIDEO: Dr. Rob Istad Interviews THE RADIO HOUR Composer Jake Heggie and Conductor John Alexander, Parts 1 & 2
by Diana Heisroth - 2014-04-24 18:04:57
TV EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Starry New York City Center Reopening Gala Featuring Performance Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-10-26 17:49:13
TV EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Starry New York City Center Reopening Gala Featuring Performance Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-10-26 17:49:13
VIDEO: Watch The 2022 Bayer Fund Artists-in-Training Program Winter Recital from Opera Theatre St. Louis
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-14 12:04:32
TV EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Starry New York City Center Reopening Gala Featuring Performance Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-10-26 17:49:13
VIDEO: Watch The 2022 Bayer Fund Artists-in-Training Program Winter Recital from Opera Theatre St. Louis
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-14 12:04:32
VIDEO: Janai Brugger Sings 'Summertime' in Rehearsal For The Metropolitan Opera's PORGY AND BESS
by Stephi Wild - 2021-10-29 08:00:42
VIDEO: Watch The 2022 Bayer Fund Artists-in-Training Program Winter Recital from Opera Theatre St. Louis
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-14 12:04:32
VIDEO: Janai Brugger Sings 'Summertime' in Rehearsal For The Metropolitan Opera's PORGY AND BESS
by Stephi Wild - 2021-10-29 08:00:42
VIDEO: Renee Fleming Launches 'Healing Breath' Series to Help COVID-19 Survivors
by Stephi Wild - 2021-08-03 05:40:27
News
Ingrid Laubrock & Ikue Mori To Perform At New England Conservatory This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2025
Internationally acclaimed saxophonist/composer Ingrid Laubrock and laptop artist Ikue Mori will be featured in two New England Conservatory concerts during their residency at the school.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2025
Internationally acclaimed saxophonist/composer Ingrid Laubrock and laptop artist Ikue Mori will be featured in two New England Conservatory concerts during their residency at the school.
Opera Carolina Announces 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2025
Opera Carolina has announced programming for its upcoming 76th season with an ambitious lineup of grand operas, special concerts, philanthropic events and community initiatives.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2025
Opera Carolina has announced programming for its upcoming 76th season with an ambitious lineup of grand operas, special concerts, philanthropic events and community initiatives.
Opera Carolina Unveils 2025-2026 Season with 'Opera for All' Theme
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 4, 2025
Opera Carolina, the largest professional opera company in the Carolinas, has announced programming for its upcoming 76th season with an ambitious lineup of grand operas, special concerts, philanthropic events, and community initiatives.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 4, 2025
Opera Carolina, the largest professional opera company in the Carolinas, has announced programming for its upcoming 76th season with an ambitious lineup of grand operas, special concerts, philanthropic events, and community initiatives.
Virginia Opera & Richmond Symphony Partner On LOVING V. VIRGINIA
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2025
Virginia Opera, in collaboration with the Richmond Symphony, will present the world premiere of Loving v. Virginia, composed by Damien Geter on a libretto by Jessica Murphy Moo, with mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves as Stage Director.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2025
Virginia Opera, in collaboration with the Richmond Symphony, will present the world premiere of Loving v. Virginia, composed by Damien Geter on a libretto by Jessica Murphy Moo, with mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves as Stage Director.
Middle Atlantic Region Returns To Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025
The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition, designed to discover and assist with the career development of tomorrow's opera stars, will host the final round for the Middle Atlantic Region at the Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025
The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition, designed to discover and assist with the career development of tomorrow's opera stars, will host the final round for the Middle Atlantic Region at the Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center.
The Town Hall Celebrates James Baldwin and The Baldwin/Buckley Debate With THE TONGUE & THE LASH
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
The Town Hall will celebrate James Baldwin and the 60th anniversary of the Baldwin/Buckley Cambridge debate with the New York premiere of the chamber opera, THE TONGUE & THE LASH.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
The Town Hall will celebrate James Baldwin and the 60th anniversary of the Baldwin/Buckley Cambridge debate with the New York premiere of the chamber opera, THE TONGUE & THE LASH.
Mezzo-Soprano Denyce Graves Returns to Cotuit Center for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025
Cotuit Center for the Arts will welcome back the internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves for an exclusive concert this month. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025
Cotuit Center for the Arts will welcome back the internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves for an exclusive concert this month. Learn more here!
2025 YoungArts Award Winners Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024
YoungArts has announced the 2025 YoungArts award winners— more than 800 of the most accomplished young visual, literary and performing artists from across the country, heralding the next generation of artists to watch.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024
YoungArts has announced the 2025 YoungArts award winners— more than 800 of the most accomplished young visual, literary and performing artists from across the country, heralding the next generation of artists to watch.
Classical Pianist Brian Ganz Will Perform Chopin and Beethoven in Bethesda
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2024
Pianist Brian Ganz, well-known to Washington, D.C. audiences for his interpretations of the music of the great Romantic composer Fryderyk Chopin, will present a recital of works by Chopin and Beethoven.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2024
Pianist Brian Ganz, well-known to Washington, D.C. audiences for his interpretations of the music of the great Romantic composer Fryderyk Chopin, will present a recital of works by Chopin and Beethoven.
BWW Q&A: Denyce Graves on THE PASSION OF MARY CARDWELL DAWSON at North Carolina Opera
by Joshua Wright - Nov 6, 2024
Mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves’ career has garnered unparalleled popular and critical acclaim. Ms. Graves’ acclaimed appearances as Carmen and Dalila in Samson et Dalila have resounded in the world’s greatest opera houses, and her success has been recognized in notable television appearances, interviews, masterclasses, and magazines.
by Joshua Wright - Nov 6, 2024
Mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves’ career has garnered unparalleled popular and critical acclaim. Ms. Graves’ acclaimed appearances as Carmen and Dalila in Samson et Dalila have resounded in the world’s greatest opera houses, and her success has been recognized in notable television appearances, interviews, masterclasses, and magazines.
Visconti Arts Signs New Talent, Damien Geter and the Darshan Trio
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024
Visconti Arts has announced the signing of composer, conductor and bass-baritone Damien Geter as well as the Darshan Trio, comprised of pianist Dominic Cheli, violinist Vijay Gupta and cellist Yoshika Masuda.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024
Visconti Arts has announced the signing of composer, conductor and bass-baritone Damien Geter as well as the Darshan Trio, comprised of pianist Dominic Cheli, violinist Vijay Gupta and cellist Yoshika Masuda.
CARMEN Comes to San Francisco Opera Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2024
San Francisco Opera’s 2024 Fall Season will conclude with the return of Georges Bizet’s Carmen from November 13–December 1 at the War Memorial Opera House.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2024
San Francisco Opera’s 2024 Fall Season will conclude with the return of Georges Bizet’s Carmen from November 13–December 1 at the War Memorial Opera House.
Review: FIDELIO at Kennedy Center
by David Friscic - Oct 28, 2024
The Washington National Opera’s production of Beethoven’s Fidelio is a triumph of elegant, efficient style and directorial finesse. Director Francesca Zambello re-invigorates the somewhat uninspired libretto by Joesph Von Sonnleithner with a vigor and intelligence that envelops this tale of valor, commitment, courage, and conscience.
by David Friscic - Oct 28, 2024
The Washington National Opera’s production of Beethoven’s Fidelio is a triumph of elegant, efficient style and directorial finesse. Director Francesca Zambello re-invigorates the somewhat uninspired libretto by Joesph Von Sonnleithner with a vigor and intelligence that envelops this tale of valor, commitment, courage, and conscience.
YoungArts 2025 Application to Close Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024
The YoungArts 2025 application deadline is approaching in one week. Aspiring artists aged 15-18 can apply for recognition and support in various disciplines, including visual arts, music, and writing. Learn more and see how to apply.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024
The YoungArts 2025 application deadline is approaching in one week. Aspiring artists aged 15-18 can apply for recognition and support in various disciplines, including visual arts, music, and writing. Learn more and see how to apply.
Photos: Colman Domingo, Carrie Coon, & More Attend BAFTA North America's New York Tea Party
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2024
On Sunday, October 6, BAFTA hosted its inaugural New York Tea Party at The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel, in conjunction with the New York Film Festival. Industry professionals, creators and talent attended the event, including Daniel Craig, Kieran Culkin, Colman Domingo, and more. Take a look at the photos here!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2024
On Sunday, October 6, BAFTA hosted its inaugural New York Tea Party at The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel, in conjunction with the New York Film Festival. Industry professionals, creators and talent attended the event, including Daniel Craig, Kieran Culkin, Colman Domingo, and more. Take a look at the photos here!
Interview: Theatre Life with Anita Yavich
by Elliot Lanes - Oct 4, 2024
Today’s subject Anita Yavich is currently living her theatre life both locally and on Broadway. Her costume designs can currently be seen in Roundabout Theatre Company’s current production of Yellow Face and starting October 25th her work will be onstage at Kennedy Center in the Opera House with Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of Fidelio. The show runs through November 4th.
by Elliot Lanes - Oct 4, 2024
Today’s subject Anita Yavich is currently living her theatre life both locally and on Broadway. Her costume designs can currently be seen in Roundabout Theatre Company’s current production of Yellow Face and starting October 25th her work will be onstage at Kennedy Center in the Opera House with Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of Fidelio. The show runs through November 4th.
Carnegie Hall Presents THE SPHINX VIRTUOSI IN AMERICAN FORM/S
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024
The self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi returns to Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage on October 16, 2024 at 7:00 PM in a program titled American Form/s.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024
The self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi returns to Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage on October 16, 2024 at 7:00 PM in a program titled American Form/s.
2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024
Applications for YoungArts 2025 are now open, inviting young artists across various disciplines to apply for recognition, mentorship, and support.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024
Applications for YoungArts 2025 are now open, inviting young artists across various disciplines to apply for recognition, mentorship, and support.
Kinesis Project Seattle to Present CAPACITY, OR: THE WORK OF CRACKLING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2024
Kinesis Project Seattle presents Capacity, or: the Work of Crackling on July 13 and 14, 2024, at Maury Island Natural Area. Enjoy a unique blend of dance, opera, and geology along Vashon Island's shoreline.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2024
Kinesis Project Seattle presents Capacity, or: the Work of Crackling on July 13 and 14, 2024, at Maury Island Natural Area. Enjoy a unique blend of dance, opera, and geology along Vashon Island's shoreline.
Carlisle Floyd Centennial To Celebrate The American Composer's Legacy In 2026/2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
Celebrate the legacy of American composer Carlisle Floyd with a centennial event in 2026/2027, featuring performances and tributes to his influential work in the world of opera. Learn more about the events!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
Celebrate the legacy of American composer Carlisle Floyd with a centennial event in 2026/2027, featuring performances and tributes to his influential work in the world of opera. Learn more about the events!
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