Review: Plenty of High Notes at Unusually Low-Key Richard Tucker Awards Gala
by Richard Sasanow - Nov 1, 2023
An historic recording of golden age tenor Richard Tucker singing “Sound an Alarm” from Handel’s JUDAS MACCABEUS” set the tone for the Richard Tucker Music Foundation’s Gala concert at Carnegie Hall. There was wonderful singing ahead of us—but of a certain kind.
Like many other classical organizations, the Tucker Foundation, has found that, as Charles Dickens said in “A Tale of Two Cities,” “It was the best of times, the worst of times.” The “best” is for the quality of the singers that the foundation has supported through varying kinds of grants. The “worst”? Money from the usual donor pool is in shorter supply than usual, which meant a less elaborate evening
14 International Singers Selected To Join Palm Beach Opera's 2024 Resident Artist Programs
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2023
After reviewing over 1,000 applicants from across the country and abroad, Palm Beach Opera has announced the international roster of 14 resident artists who will train with the company for the next five months. Throughout their 2024 Season residency, the artists appear on the PBO mainstage in supporting roles, perform in local concerts, train with esteemed guest faculty, and more.
Photos: First Look At TOSCA At Opera Orlando
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2023
Opera Orlando opens its 2023-24 All for Art season On the MainStage with Puccini's tragic masterwork Tosca on October 27 at 7:30 p.m. and October 29 at 2 p.m. in Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center.
IL TROVATORE Comes to the Eiffel Art Studios
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2023
The internationally renowned opera singer-couple will appear in the roles of Leonora and Manrico in a concert performance of Il trovatore, one of Verdi's most popular operas on 2 February 2024, at the Locomotive Hall of the Eiffel Art Studios.
Dayton Opera Serving A Generous Portion Of SWEENEY TODD
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023
Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presents Dayton Opera's production of Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning hit musical thriller Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, November 4-5 at the historic Victoria Theatre.
Puccini's 'Tosca' With Melody Moore, Stefan Pop & Lester Lynch
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2023
Experience a passionate rendition of Puccini's 'Tosca'. The Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin and conductor Carlo Montanaro present a powerful interpretation of Giacomo Puccini's Tosca, together with a cast of soloists including Melody Moore (Tosca), Ștefan Pop (Cavaradossi) and Lester Lynch (Scarpia).
Opera Company Of Middlebury Appoints Filippo Ciabatti As Music Director
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2023
The Opera Company of Middlebury has announced the appointment of Filippo Ciabatti as resident Music Director. Mr. Ciabatti's extraordinary talent and remarkable achievements during his tenure as Interim Music Director for the 2023/20th Anniversary season, featuring outstanding performances of Beethoven's Fidelio and Cipullo's Glory Denied, have led to his well-deserved appointment.
Interview: Hablamos con Ana Belén Beas sobre DESENCANTADAS
by Zeb Diaz - Oct 12, 2023
Manzanas envenenadas, zapatitos de cristal, príncipes encantadores… ¿Quién los necesita? ¡Olvidate de las princesas como todos las conocemos! Las heroínas de los cuentos originales han vuelto para contarnos cómo viven realmente y mostrarnos los “desencantos” a los que han sido sometidas por siglos.
Video: Watch a Preview of Maria Callas' Restored Paris 1958 Performance
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2023
One of Maria Callas’ greatest filmed performances of all time has now been meticulously restored from the original reels in colour, 4K resolution and Dolby Atmos surround sound for the big screen. Watch the video trailer for the film, giving audiences their first glimpse of the beautiful remastering.
Cast Revealed For HIGH SOCIETY at The Mill at Sonning
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023
The Mill at Sonning has announced the cast for their next musical, High Society, with Joseph Pitcher returning to direct. Performances run 29 November, 2023 - 20 January, 2024. Find out who is starring in the show here!