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Igor Levit Becomes The Youngest Ever Recipient Of The Wigmore Hall Medal
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2024

36-year-old Russian-born German pianist Igor Levit has become the youngest ever recipient of The Wigmore Hall Medal.  In recognition of his outstanding musical achievements and contribution to Wigmore Hall, Levit received the medal from Wigmore Hall director John Gilhooly following Levit's performance of the complete late piano works of Johannes Brahms at the Hall on Friday 19 January.

Glyndebourne Reveals 2024 Season Lineup
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 21, 2023

As the 2023 Festival draws to a close, Glyndebourne has announced the programme for 2024, when the company marks its 90th anniversary year.

The Royal Ballet to Celebrate Wayne Sleep's 75th Birthday at the Royal Opera House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023

This July, the Royal Opera House will host a unique event celebrating the 75th birthday of former Royal Ballet Principal dancer, and celebrity of stage and screen, Wayne Sleep.

Album Review: An Opera Star Gonna Star & Rene Fleming Is A Star On Her GREATEST MOMENTS AT THE MET
by Bobby Patrick - Mar 31, 2023

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Wigmore Hall Announces Over 500 Concerts For The New Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2023

Wigmore Hall's 2023/24 season was announced by John Gilhooly, the Hall's Director. With more than 500 concerts from September 2023 to July 2024 featuring some 2500 artists performing music from the past six centuries, it is the largest programme of classical music concerts in the UK. 

Iranian-American Harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani Becomes the Youngest Ever Recipient of the Wigmore Medal
by Grace Cutler - Jul 17, 2022

38-year-old Iranian-American harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani has become the youngest ever recipient of the Wigmore Medal.  In recognition of his outstanding musical achievements and contribution to Wigmore Hall, Esfahani received the medal last night from Wigmore Hall director John Gilhooly.

Diana Damrau & Nicolas Testé to Perform at The Broad Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2022

The Broad Stage will present Global superstar and Metropolitan Opera favorite Diana Damrau, returning alongside famed bass Nicolas Testé for a fun and lively program of opera, operetta, lieder, and songs on Sunday, April 24 at 7:30p.

The Takács Quartet Makes The Broad Stage Debut, March 19
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2022

The Broad Stage presents an evening with The Takács Quartet, winners of the Grammy Award, Gramophone Classical Music Awards 2021, Chamber category, and Presto Music Classical Recording Award 2021, make their Broad Stage debut on Saturday, March 19 at 7:30PM on the Main Stage.  

Takács Quartet Performs At Segerstrom's Samueli Theater, December 8
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2021

Segerstrom Center for the Arts present longtime audience favorite The Takács Quartet, returning on Wednesday, December 8 at 8:00 pm at Samueli Theatre as part of the ensemble's forty-seventh season of performances. 

Shriver Hall Concert Series Presents The McGill/McHale Trio In Virtual Premiere Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2020

Shriver Hall Concert Series - Baltimore's premier presenter of chamber music ensembles and solo recitalists - presents a virtual premiere concert featuring the McGill/McHale Trio in works by Poulenc, Debussy, Paul Schoenfield, Guillaume Connesson, and Chris Rogerson on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at 5:30pm EST.

Shriver Hall Concert Series Announces Updated Fall Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2020

a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Shriver Hall Concert Series (SHCS) - Baltimore's premier presenter of chamber music ensembles and solo recitalists - today announces its updated fall programming, featuring a three-concert virtual series.

Stephen Sondheim Society Presents the First Online Sondheim Sessions, ANOTHER VODKA STINGER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2020

As a result of their annual event the Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year (SSSSPOTY) being cancelled, due to Covid-19, the SSS will be launching its first online Sondheim Sessions this Sunday.

Winners of the Glyndebourne Opera Cup Have Been Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2020

A rising star American baritone who didn't encounter opera until he was 18 won the 2020 Glyndebourne Opera Cup tonight as the major international singing competition culminated in a live broadcast on Sky Arts from the Glyndebourne stage.

Music In Midtown Concert Series Will Present Sylvia Kahan, Piano And Quartet 131
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2020

On Thursday March 21 at 1PM noted concert series a?oeMusic in Midtowna?? is pleased to present Graduate Center faculty, Sylvia Kahan and members of Quartet 131 in a program of 20th century works reflecting the politics of inclusion. The concert will take place at the Elebash Recital Hall at the Cuny Graduate Center located at 365 Fifth Avenue in New York City. The concert is free and open to the public.

Music in Midtown Concert Series to Present Sylvia Kahan, Piano and Quartet 131
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2020

On Thursday March 21 at 1PM noted concert series a?oeMusic in Midtowna?? is pleased to present Graduate Center faculty, Sylvia Kahan and members of Quartet 131 in a program of 20th century works reflecting the politics of inclusion. The concert will take place at the Elebash Recital Hall at the Cuny Graduate Center located at 365 Fifth Avenue in New York City. The concert is free and open to the public. To learn more visit Music at Midtown

Song Insights: 'One More Kiss', FOLLIES
by Rona Kelly - May 11, 2019

Today is the last day of Follies at the National Theatre, which means we have time for just one more Song Insight before they part, as Nigel Lilley talks 'One More Kiss'.

Last Chance To See Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES At The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2019

Follies returns to the NT for its final eight performances at the National Theatre on 6 May. Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical includes such classic songs as 'Broadway Baby', 'I'm Still Here' and 'Losing My Mind'. Featuring a cast of 40 and an orchestra of 21, Follies is directed by Dominic Cooke.

VIDEO: Royal Philharmonic Society Honours Stephen Sondheim
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2019

The acclaimed composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim has been made an Honorary Member of the Royal Philharmonic Society in recognition of his outstanding services to music.

National Theatre Announces Listings For May - October 2019
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2019

National Theatre has announced its listings for May - October 2019. Check out the full lineup below!

20 Singers From 15 Countries Announced For BBC Cardiff Singer Of The World 2019
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2019

Twenty of the world's most outstanding classical singers are today [4 March 2019] announced for BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2019. The biennial competition returns to Cardiff between 15-22 June 2019 and audiences in the UK and beyond can follow all the live drama of the competition on BBC TV, radio and online.