Michigan Opera Theatre

New England Conservatory Welcomes Renowned Bass Ricardo Lugo to Voice Faculty
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2025

New England Conservatory has announced the appointment of internationally acclaimed bass Ricardo Lugo to its voice faculty. With a career that includes performances at prestigious opera houses and concert halls around the world, Lugo brings a wealth of experience and artistry to NEC's vocal program.

Gabriel Preisser to Perform CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD at The Winter Park Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2024

Opera Orlando's Grammy award winning, lyric baritone Gabriel Preisser will grace the cabaret stage at The Winter Park Playhouse this holiday season to perform - Christmas Around the World. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Soprano So Young Park to Play Juliette in This Afternoon's ROMEO ET JULIETTE at Met Opera
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 30, 2024

Soprano So Young Park will sing the role of Juliette in Gounod's Roméo et Juliette in the Saturday, March 30th afternoon performance, replacing Nadine Sierra, who has withdrawn due to illness.

Loretta Ables Sayre & Antonio Cipriano Join PRETTY LITTLE LIARS: SUMMER SCHOOL
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2024

Tony-nominee Loretta Ables Sayre and Jagged Little Pill star Antonio Cipriano have joined Max's Pretty Little Liars: Summer School. Pretty Little Liars: Summer School will premiere on Max this spring. Season one featured Lea Salonga, Mallory Bechtel, Bailee Madison, Zaria, Malia Pyles, Maia Reficco, Sharon Leal, Elena Goode, and more.

Princeton Symphony Orchestra To Host A PSO Soundtracks Talk: A CELEBRATION OF BULGARIA
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024

Discover the rich culture of Bulgaria through music and dance with Maestro Rossen Milanov and Soprano Mariana Karpatova at the PSO Soundtracks Talk on March 7. Free event at Princeton Public Library.

Florida Grand Opera Returns To Its Roots With A Specially Expanded Production Of Leoncavallo's I PAGLIACCI
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024

Florida Grand Opera (FGO) presents a specially expanded production of Leoncavallo's I PAGLIACCI, returning to its roots with this verismo masterpiece.

Ellen Hollander Brings THE LONG & WINDING ROAD--A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2023

Ellen Hollander will be performing 'The Long & Winding Road--A Tribute to The Beatles' at Don't Tell Mama on Sunday afternoon, November 12th at 3:30pm.  

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsal for X: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MALCOLM X at the Metropolitan Opera
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023

Check out rehearsal video footage from Robert O'Hara's production of Anthony Davis's X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X at the Met Opera here!

THE PRODIGAL SON, THE PRODIGAL DAUGHTER, And Excerpts Of 3:16 To Be Performed By Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2023

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Gainesville, Florida presents the world premiere of The Prodigal Son, the reprise of The Prodigal Daughter, and excerpts from 3:16. Featuring talented soloists and pianist Mo. Jane Kozhevnikova. Admission is free, donations benefit the church.

Ah, Sweet Mystery Of Life! Eden Casteel Celebrates Madeline In KAHN ARTIST At Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2023

Eden Casteel celebrates Madeline Kahn in 'Kahn Artist: Madeline And Me' at Don't Tell Mama. An intimate look at the trials and triumphs of both Kahn and Casteel, with iconic songs, compelling stories, and hilarious anecdotes. Directed by Faith Prince, with musical arrangements by Jim Rice and Bobby Peaco. Reserve now at www.donttellmamanyc.com.

Florida Grand Opera Announces Casting For 2023â€"24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 2, 2023

Florida Grand Opera announces an exciting mix of internationally acclaimed artists, South Florida favorites, and rising stars for its 82nd consecutive season featuring three of the lyric stage's most popular titles.

Merola Opera Program to Present Schwabacher Summer Concert in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2023

Bay Area audiences are invited to revel in the high drama and opulent melodies of classic opera as artists from the 2023 Merola Opera Program perform extended scenes from works by Donizetti, Handel, Verdi, and others in the Schwabacher Summer Concert.

Stage Managers' Association Reveals Honorees For the Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2023

The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management.  The distinguished 2023 honorees are theatrical production stage managers John M. Atherlay and Gwen Gilliam, and opera production stage manager Brett Finley. 

Solti Foundation U.S. Awards Largest Number Of Career Assistance Awards In Its History
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2023

Providing assistance to young conductors in the early stages of their careers and thereby helping to continue the art form, The Solti Foundation U.S. has selected a record 22 young conductors to receive a 2023 Career Assistance Award (CAA).

George And Nora London Foundation Presents Benjamin Taylor, Baritone In Recital At The Morgan, April 16
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2023

George and Nora London Foundation for Singers presents Benjamin Taylor, Baritone, in Recital with Katelan Terrell, Piano, Sunday, April 16, 2023, at 4 pm at The Morgan Library and Museum.

Puccini's TOSCA to Open at San Diego Opera Next Month Starring Michelle Bradley and Greer Grimsley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

San Diego Opera’s 2022-2023 Season will continue with Puccini’s Tosca on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.

Terence Blanchard's CHAMPION to Premiere at the Metropolitan Opera in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2023

Terence Blanchard’s opera Champion, based on the true story of the troubled former middleweight boxing champion Emile Griffith, will have its highly anticipated Metropolitan Opera premiere on April 10, with nine performances running through May 13.

Oakland Symphony Orchestra To Present 25th Annual David Daniels Young Artists Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2023

The Oakland Symphony Orchestra will present its 25th Annual David Daniels Young Artists Concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts in Clinton Township.

Darwin Del Fabro Returns to 54 Below in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2023

Darwin Del Fabro makes his triumphant return to 54 Below to celebrate the release of his new CD, Revisiting Jobim. Friday, March 24, 2023 at 7:00 PM at 54 Below, 254 West 54th Street, NYC 10019. Phil Hall is the Musical Director, and he will be joined  by other musicians.  

Puccini's TOSCA Continues San Diego Opera Season March 25, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2023

San Diego Opera's 2022-2023 Season continues with Puccini's Tosca on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.