TheatreZone Announces Principal Cast For SHOW BOAT
by Beau Higgins - Oct 1, 2011
More than 60 theatre and opera hopefuls auditioned for 40 roles in the classic operetta Show Boat says TheatreZone Artistic Director Mark Danni. Based on Edna Ferber's novel, Show Boat chronicles life and loves of the three generations of show folk on the Mississippi.
TheatreZone Announces Principal Cast For SHOW BOAT
by Beau Higgins - Sep 22, 2011
More than 60 theatre and opera hopefuls auditioned for 40 roles in the classic operetta Show Boat says TheatreZone Artistic Director Mark Danni. Based on Edna Ferber's novel, Show Boat chronicles life and loves of the three generations of show folk on the Mississippi.
Houston Grand Opera Takes First Mariachi Opera Across Atlantic
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 19, 2011
Having commissioned the world's first Mariachi opera and premiered the work to great acclaim last season, Houston Grand Opera crosses the Atlantic with its pioneering creation for season-opening performances September 23-27 at the illustrious Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris.
TheatreZone Announces Principal Cast For SHOW BOAT
by Beau Higgins - Sep 15, 2011
More than 60 theatre and opera hopefuls auditioned for 40 roles in the classic operetta Show Boat says TheatreZone Artistic Director Mark Danni. Based on Edna Ferber's novel, Show Boat chronicles life and loves of the three generations of show folk on the Mississippi.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Opens 2011-12 Season Talk Cinema Series, 10/18
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 14, 2011
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will open the 2011-12 season of Harlan Jacobson's Talk Cinema film series with a screening on Tuesday, Oct. 18, at 7 p.m. The Center also will open San Francisco Opera's Grand Opera Cinema Series on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. with a screening of The Elixir of Love. Both films will be shown in the Center's Virginia G. Piper Theater.
Columbus Symphony to Open 2011-12 Season with Carmina Burana
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 14, 2011
Guest vocalists Aline Kutan, Frédéric Antoun, and Keith Phares join the Columbus Symphony Chorus, Columbus Children's Choir, Columbus Symphony, and Music Director Jean-Marie Zeitouni for a one-night-only season opening performance of Carmina Burana, Carl Orff's brazen, evocative, and explosive musical showcase.
Tenor Anthony Kearns Stars in First Comedic Role in DIE FLEDERMAUS
by Lauren Wolman - Sep 3, 2011
On August 18, 2011, inside the newly built Strings Music Pavilion in Steamboat Springs, CO, Emerald City Opera (ECO)'s production of Johann Strauss Jr's most beloved operetta, Die Fledermaus, sold out to a packed audience, becoming the most successful production of the 2011 season.
Madison Opera's Opera in the Park 2011 Set For Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2011
Madison Opera's Opera in the Park marks its tenth anniversary on Saturday, July 16 at 8 p.m. in Garner Park on Madison's West Side. The annual free concert of opera and Broadway favorites will close Madison Opera's 50th anniversary season.
Madison Opera's Opera in the Park 2011 Set For 7/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 20, 2011
Madison Opera's Opera in the Park marks its tenth anniversary on Saturday, July 16 at 8 p.m. in Garner Park on Madison's West Side. The annual free concert of opera and Broadway favorites will close Madison Opera's 50th anniversary season.
Houston Grand Opera Presents Richard Strauss’ Ariadne auf Naxos 4/29-5/10
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 29, 2011
Marvel at some of the most spectacular coloratura arias in the repertoire when Houston Grand Opera presents Richard Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos, April 29 - May 10, 2011, featuring three glamorous and acclaimed sopranos; Christine Goerke (Prima Donna / Ariadne) Susan Graham (Composer) and Laura Claycomb (Zerbinetta).
Houston Grand Opera Presents Richard Strauss’ Ariadne auf Naxos 4/29-5/10
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 29, 2011
Marvel at some of the most spectacular coloratura arias in the repertoire when Houston Grand Opera presents Richard Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos, April 29 - May 10, 2011, featuring three glamorous and acclaimed sopranos; Christine Goerke (Prima Donna / Ariadne) Susan Graham (Composer) and Laura Claycomb (Zerbinetta).
20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 21, 2011
New York City Opera General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel today announced the company's 2010-2011 season, which spotlights American composers and 20th-century works within a mix of world premieres, New York premieres and new productions. Offering audiences the opportunity to experience new and rarely performed operas as well as modern interpretations of traditional repertoire, the 2010-2011 season will also feature the launch of a concert series showcasing the non-operatic works of several of the composers of this season's operas. Taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the recent renovation of the company's home, the David H. Koch Theater, the concert series expands the repertoire and programming of City Opera and casts new light on the season's productions.
Margaret Alkek Williams Contributes $4 million Gift to Houston Grand Opera
by Lauren Wolman - Apr 10, 2011
HGO Chairman Mr. Glen Rosenbaum today announced that Houston Grand Opera had received a major donation of $4 million from The Alkek and Williams Foundation for the creation of the Margaret Alkek Williams General Director Chair Fund. This endowed Chair recognizes Margaret Alkek Williams, a major philanthropic figure in Houston and a longtime supporter of HGO.
20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 9, 2011
New York City Opera General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel today announced the company's 2010-2011 season, which spotlights American composers and 20th-century works within a mix of world premieres, New York premieres and new productions. Offering audiences the opportunity to experience new and rarely performed operas as well as modern interpretations of traditional repertoire, the 2010-2011 season will also feature the launch of a concert series showcasing the non-operatic works of several of the composers of this season's operas. Taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the recent renovation of the company's home, the David H. Koch Theater, the concert series expands the repertoire and programming of City Opera and casts new light on the season's productions.
Houston Grand Opera Presents Richard Strauss’ Ariadne auf Naxos 4/29-5/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 8, 2011
Marvel at some of the most spectacular coloratura arias in the repertoire when Houston Grand Opera presents Richard Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos, April 29 - May 10, 2011, featuring three glamorous and acclaimed sopranos; Christine Goerke (Prima Donna / Ariadne) Susan Graham (Composer) and Laura Claycomb (Zerbinetta).
20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 8, 2011
New York City Opera General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel today announced the company's 2010-2011 season, which spotlights American composers and 20th-century works within a mix of world premieres, New York premieres and new productions. Offering audiences the opportunity to experience new and rarely performed operas as well as modern interpretations of traditional repertoire, the 2010-2011 season will also feature the launch of a concert series showcasing the non-operatic works of several of the composers of this season's operas. Taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the recent renovation of the company's home, the David H. Koch Theater, the concert series expands the repertoire and programming of City Opera and casts new light on the season's productions.