Leigh Melrose

Review: THE RHINEGOLD, London Coliseum

A luminous production glistening with chutzpah and armed with a fresh new translation.

The ENO Presents New Production of Wagner's THE RHINEGOLD

This February comes The Rhinegold, the first opera in Wagner’s epic Ring Cycle, a radical political satire entrenched in magic and mythology.

Komische Oper Berlin Vorverkaufsstart am 15.8. und Saison-Auftakt ab 29.8.

Die Sommerpause ist beendet und bald geht es auch auf der Bühne wieder los! Am 29. August startet die Komischen Oper Berlin mit der Premiere von George Enescus Œdipe in die letzte Spielzeit der Intendanz von Barrie Kosky. Am 5. September ist zudem wieder der gefeierte Kurt-Weill-Liederabend Lonely House zu erleben, mit Eine Frau, die weiß, was sie will! folgt am 10. September die erste Wiederaufnahme. Der Vorverkauf für die Vorstellungen bis Ende September beginnt am Sonntag, 15. August um 11 Uhr.

BWW Feature: ONLINE VIRTUAL OPERA TOUR at Home Computer Screens

Los Angeles Opera’s presentation of Oedipus Rex by Igor Stravinsky is available online from June 17 to July 18, 2021. The libretto is by Jean Cocteau. The cast includes: Oedipus, Russell Thomas; Jocasta, J’nai Bridges; Creon, John Relyea; Tiresias, Morris Robinson; Narrator, Stephen Fry; Conductor, James Conlon.

Dutch National Opera Presents DIE ERSTEN MENSCHEN

This June, Dutch National Opera will present a new production of Die ersten Menschen by Rudi Stephan. The opera was given a world premiere in 1924 and has only been staged sporadically over the past century (the last time was in 1988).

Wiener Staatsoper Announces Virtual Programming for November 6-16

Wiener Staatsoper has announced further dates of their streaming schedule. They have brought together their very current productions including Eugen Onegin or Cavalleria rusticana / Pagliacci with highlights from their archive.

Wiener Staatsoper Opens Digital Archive

For the period of the temporary closure (3 to 30 November 2020 inclusive), the Vienna State Opera will offer video recordings from the digital archive as a stream free of charge.

BWW Review: ORLANDO: A Revolutionary, Radical New Opera Blends Art With Activism at Vienna State Opera

Orlando was a deeply engaging, intriguing and thought-provoking exploration whose pondering, messages, striking soundscapes and visuals reverberated and lingered long after the curtain had closed. It is a highly ambitious undertaking but Neuwirth and her colleagues were up for the challenge. What is most exciting is what has now been established for a venue such as The Wiener Straatsoper as we move into a new decade of uncertain times when it is vital that radical expressions of art and activism combined are given such a grand stage with which to proclaim their truths.

Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards

There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

December 19th Update: MAMMA MIA! - PACKEMIN PRODUCTIONS - Riverside theatre Leads Best Musical Category in the BWW Australia - Sydney Awards Voting

We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards

There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards Update: MAMMA MIA! - PACKEMIN PRODUCTIONS - Riverside theatre Leads Best Musical!

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December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW Australia - Sydney Awards!

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First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Australia - Sydney Awards!

Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of FIN DE PARTIE at Teatro alla Scala?

Conductor Markus Stenz leads the world premiere of the highly-anticipated world premiere performance of Fin de Partie at Teatro alla Scala, the first and only opera by the beloved, visionary composer György Kurtág, composed at the age of 91. Based on the famous Samuel Beckett play, commonly performed in English as Endgame, the operatic version, to be sung in French, has been more than seven years in the making. At 450 pages, Fin de Partie is by far the largest score ever composed by the reputed 'master of the miniature,' who has for several decades maintained the desire of writing a musical treatment for the sparse, sardonically existential work. This production is staged by internationally-acclaimed artistic and theater director, Pierre Audi.

Markus Stenz Conducts Kurtag World Premiere At La Scala

This November at Teatro alla Scala, conductor Markus Stenz leads the world premiere of the highly-anticipated world premiere performance of Fin de Partie, the first and only opera by the beloved, visionary composer Gyorgy Kurtag, composed at the age of 91.  Based on the famous Samuel Beckett play, commonly performed in English as Endgame, the operatic version, to be sung in French, has been more than seven years in the making. At 450 pages, Fin de Partie is by far the largest score ever composed by the reputed "master of the miniature," who has for several decades maintained the desire of writing a musical treatment for the sparse, sardonically existential work. This production is staged by internationally-acclaimed artistic and theater director, Pierre Audi.

Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, Damien Jalet And Marina Abramovic Bring A New Production Of Debussy's PELLEAS ET MELISANDE

In the Claude Debussy year of 2018, the centenary of his death, Opera Vlaanderen has chosen an exceptional artistic team for this prestigious, new production of Debussy's only completed opera, Pelleas et Melisande.

Rory Kinnear to Helm THE WINTER'S TALE as Part of ENO's 2016-17 Season; Lineup Announced!

The English National Opera has announced its 2016/17 season, showcasing an extraordinary range of work -- from the return of beloved classics to exciting new productions and a world premiere.

Seattle Opera Presents THE MAGIC FLUTE 5/7-21

Seattle Opera closes its 2010/11 season with The Magic Flute. Mozart's beloved fairy-tale celebrates the power of music, as a prince, a princess, and a bird-catcher try to find their own way in a world torn apart by the feud between a manipulative queen and a powerful priest.

Seattle Opera Presents THE MAGIC FLUTE 5/7-21

Seattle Opera closes its 2010/11 season with The Magic Flute. Mozart's beloved fairy-tale celebrates the power of music, as a prince, a princess, and a bird-catcher try to find their own way in a world torn apart by the feud between a manipulative queen and a powerful priest.