Karita Mattila

Review: JEN�®FA, Royal Ballet And Opera
by Alexander Cohen - Jan 16, 2025

It’s a mistake to dismiss Claus Guth’s production of Janacek’s Jenůfa as symbolically overwrought and interminably grey. Look closer and you’ll discover a duality to each beguiling appearance.

National Theatre Opera Shines at the Savonlinna Opera Festival in Finland
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

The National Theatre Opera ensemble has performed Bedřich Smetana's The Bartered Bride at the prestigious Savonlinna Opera Festival in Finland. The first of three performances directed by Alice Nellis and under the baton of Jaroslav Kyzlink took place on 27 July 2024 at Olanvinlinna Castle and was watched by 1,300 spectators.

Video: Watch an Excerpt from SUOR ANGELICA at the Salzburg Festival; Now on Carnegie Hall+
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 10, 2024

Puccini’s triptych ends with the tragic story of Sister Angelica. Concluding her tour-de-force triple bill is Asmik Grigorian in the title role, joined by Karita Mattila as the aunt. Franz Welser-Möst leads the Vienna Philharmonic. Watch video highlights here.

MasterVoices Continues Season With the New York City Premiere of TO MY ARMS / RESTORE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2024

MasterVoices continues its 2023-24 season on March 22-23 at NYU Skirball with the New York City Premiere of Varone’s To My Arms / Restore.

Review: ELEKTRA, Royal Opera House
by Alexander Cohen - Jan 15, 2024

The Royal Opera House’s new production of Elektra could do with an extra pinch of Saltburn-esque depravity.

VIDEO: Watch A Spooky Tour of The Royal Opera House
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023

Watch a spooky tour complete with opera ghost stories in this video from the Royal Opera House here!

BBC Cardiff Singer Of World Sets To Celebrate 40th Anniversary Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2023

Sixteen international singers will descend on Cardiff next month hoping to take the prestigious title of BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2023 as the competition marks its 40th anniversary.

Sondheim & Shevelove's THE FROGS & More to be Featured in MasterVoices' 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023

MasterVoices has announced details of the celebrated chorus’ 82nd season, celebrating the power of the human voice to unite, inspire and connect since 1941.

San Francisco Opera Reveals Program For One-Night-Only Centennial Concert Celebration
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023

San Francisco Opera announced the program for its 100th Anniversary Concert at the War Memorial Opera House on Friday, June 16. Caroline H. Hume Music Director Eun Sun Kim, former Music Director Sir Donald Runnicles and former Principal Guest Conductor Patrick Summers will conduct the San Francisco Opera Orchestra and Chorus along with a host of star soloists in selections inspired by the Company's history.

The Royal Opera House Reveals 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2023

The Royal Opera House has announced its 2023/24 Season, unveiling a bold programme of thrilling new work, UK premieres and much-loved revivals, alongside the biggest national learning programme in our history, exciting new regional partnerships, and a host of daytime events, behind the scenes tours, exhibitions and artistic Insights at our home in the heart of Covent Garden. 

Review: Atom Egoyan's SALOME Is A Dark, Twisted Descent Into Tragedy
by Isabella Perrone - Feb 15, 2023

The story of a doomed, distorted princess from biblical infamy makes for an uncomfortable, heavy watch. It also makes for incredible operatic moments, and a gripping, sensory experience, all in under two hours.

VIDEO: Get A First Look At SALOME At Canadian Opera Company
by Alan Henry - Feb 3, 2023

Get a first look at Canadian Opera Company's SALOME! A dance—perhaps the most famous one in history—precedes a macabre kiss and an execution in this opera by Richard Strauss. An explosive, modernist score propels the action, redefining musical storytelling.

San Francisco Opera's Centennial Season Culminates With One-Night-Only Celebration This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2023

San Francisco Opera’s Centennial Season culminates June 16, 2023, in a special concert and dinner honoring the Company’s illustrious 100-year history.

Ambur Braid Is Not To Be Missed In Canadian Opera Company's Gripping SALOME
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2022

A dance–perhaps the most famous one in history–precedes a macabre kiss and untimely demise in Richard Strauss' Salome, on stage this winter at the Canadian Opera Company.

November and Holiday Season 2022 Announced at Wigmore Hall
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2022

Wigmore Hall celebrates the 2022 Holiday Season with five Christmas concerts performed by leading choirs and ensembles in the UK and Europe. 

Opera Naples Summer Opera Film Series Features RUSALKA With Asmik Grigorian and Eric Cutler
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2022

Opera Naples, one of Naples' leading performing arts organizations, will be featuring “Rusalka” (Teatro Real) with Asmik Grigorian and Eric Cutler during its summer film series of classic European operas, HD at Opera Naples. Screening will take place at 3 p.m. on Oct. 5, shown on the Wang Opera Center's expansive high-definition LED theater screen.

Remaining Summer Movies Announced at Sarasota Opera House With Additional and Rescheduled Movies
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2022

Sarasota Opera announces an added title in its “HD at the Opera House” series with a screening of “Der Rosenkavalier” on Sunday, September 25. This historic Salzburg Festival production stars legendary soprano Elisabeth Schwarzkopf. Sarasota Opera also rescheduled a film of Verdi's Rigoletto to September 11 (from May) with tickets for these “HD at the Opera House” films on sale for $22, and $20 for Sarasota Opera subscribers.  

Opera Naples Hosts Exclusive Summer Opera Film Series Featuring MADAMA BUTTERFLY and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2022

Opera Naples, one of Naples' leading performing arts organizations, has announced tickets are on sale for HD at Opera Naples, a summer film series of classic European operas. Showings will take place on the first and third Wednesday of each month July 6 through Oct. 19, 2022, at the Wang Opera Center.

Opera Naples Announces Summer Opera Film Series Featuring Renée Fleming & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2022

Opera Naples has announced tickets are on sale for HD at Opera Naples, a summer film series of classic European operas. Showings will take place on the first and third Wednesday of each month July 6 through Oct. 19, 2022, at the Wang Opera Center.

CARMEN, MACBETH & More Announced for Canadian Opera Company 2022/2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2022

Three fan favourites, two riveting dramas, a new production of Verdi’s Macbeth, and an exciting co-production with Vancouver Opera headline the Canadian Opera Company’s 2022/2023 programming. View the full season schedule and learn how to get tickets.