Lucy Burge

Ramin Karimloo and co-composer Nadim Naaman to Lead RUMI: THE MUSIC at the London Coliseum

Dana Al Fardan, one of the Middle East’s leading contemporary composers, and West End star Nadim Naaman today announce that their second major stage musical, ‘Rumi: The Musical’ will get its world premiere at the London Coliseum in  November 2021.

Photo Flash: San Francisco Opera Presents Engelbert Humperdinck's HANSEL AND GRETEL

San Francisco Opera presents Engelbert Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel, November 15–December 7.

San Francisco Opera Presents Humperdinck's HANSEL AND GRETEL

San Francisco Opera presents Engelbert Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel, November 15–December 7. Last seen on the War Memorial Opera House stage nearly two decades ago, the popular fairy-tale opera returns in an “enchanting” (The Times, UK) new co-production with London's Royal Opera by director and production designer Antony McDonald. Humperdinck's sweeping score will be conducted by Christopher Franklin and sung in English translation by a cast including mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke as Hansel, Heidi Stober as Gretel and Robert Brubaker as the Witch.

ARIODANTE Opens at the Lyric March 2

With plot twists worthy of Shakespeare, the love between Princess Ginevra and the noble Ariodante is threatened by the machinations of Polinesso, who lusts after the princess and will stop at nothing to sabotage the royal wedding.

San Francisco Opera General Director Matthew Shilvock Announces 2019-20 Season Repertory And Casting

San Francisco Opera General Director Matthew Shilvock today announced repertory and casting for the Company's 97th Season, opening Friday, September 6, 2019, with a gala performance of Charles Gounod's Romeo and Juliet (Rom o et Juliette) starring tenor Bryan Hymel and soprano Nadine Sierra in Op ra de Monte-Carlo Director Jean-Louis Grinda's production. In keeping with the Company's time-honored tradition, the new season will be inaugurated with San Francisco Opera Guild's elegant, signature benefit and celebration, Opera Ball 2019.

Investec Opera Holland Park Announces Casts For 2018 Season

Investec Opera Holland Park's 2018 casts will feature an exciting mix of longstanding Opera Holland Park (OHP) performers, house debuts from established artists, and rising stars, across four brand new productions and 31 performances (28 of which are public).

SunButter Offers Allergy Friendly Options for Back-to-School

When it comes to gearing up for back-to-school, SunButter, the maker of premium nut-free sunflower butters, has you covered with tasty products and unique recipes that are not only hassle-free, but are school-safe and allergy friendly. Whether you're looking for a nutritious breakfast before running out the door, a protein-filled lunch, a quick dinner or afternoon snack, SunButter offers a versatile, must-try food that can be enjoyed alone or used in a variety of recipes. Plus, it's free of the top eight food allergens, including peanuts, tree nuts, soy, dairy, eggs, wheat, fish, and shellfish.

Casting Announced For DICKENS UNCOVERED: A TALE OF TWO CITIES AND OLIVER TWIST At Regent's Park Open Air Theatre

Bringing two of Charles Dickens's most popular stories out in the open as part of the 2017 season at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, Dickens Uncovered celebrates the greatest storyteller of London life.