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Opened: November 26, 2024
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__FROM SARDOU'S PLAY TO PUCCINI’S OPERA__


From the early 1890s Giacomo Puccini had toyed with adapting French playwright Victorien Sardou’s gripping melodrama La Tosca into an opera, but only began serious work following the premiere of the critically acclaimed La bohème in 1896. Employing La bohème's gifted librettists Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica to streamline Sardou's complicated plot, Puccini’s Tosca premiered in 1900. 

With the city gripped by political unrest, fears of violence plagued the premiere at Rome’s Teatro Costanzi. However, Tosca opened without incident, and although unpopular with critics who disliked its violence, it became an immediate success with the public and has remained a favourite ever since.



__CHARACTER-PAINTING THROUGH MUSIC__


Puccini portrays the idealism of Tosca and her lover Cavaradossi through radiant, expansive music, including Act I's duet 'Qual occhio al mondo' (What eyes of this world), Cavaradossi's ardent aria 'Recondita armonia' (Hidden harmony) and Tosca's despairing Act II prayer 'Vissi d'arte' (I lived for my art). Scarpia's music, by contrast, is dark and terrifying – from the demonic chords that open the opera to the violence of his Act II exchanges with Tosca.


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Marcelo Álvarez Withdraws from AIDA at Met Due to Illness; Rafael Davila and Jorge de León Step In
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 29, 2023


Rafael Davila will sing the role of Radamès in Verdi's Aida on Sunday, April 30. Jorge de León will sing the role on May 6 (evening), May 10, May 13 (matinee), and May 18, replacing Marcelo Álvarez who has withdrawn due to illness. 

Sarasota Youth Opera Is Seeking Education Interns For Our Youth Opera Summer Camp
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2023


Sarasota Youth Opera (SYO) Summer Camp is an opportunity for young people ages 8-18 to explore the exciting world of opera. 

The Royal Opera House Reveals 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2023


The Royal Opera House has announced its 2023/24 Season, unveiling a bold programme of thrilling new work, UK premieres and much-loved revivals, alongside the biggest national learning programme in our history, exciting new regional partnerships, and a host of daytime events, behind the scenes tours, exhibitions and artistic Insights at our home in the heart of Covent Garden. 

SDCF Reveals 2023 Barbara Whitman Award Recipient and Finalists
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2023


Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has announced the recipient and five finalists for the 2023 Barbara Whitman Award. Established by theatrical producer Barbara Whitman in 2021, the award recognizes a female, trans, or non-binary early-career director who has demonstrated a unique vision in their work with an unrestricted $10,000 cash prize.

The Greek National Opera Presents Olivier Py's New Production Of MADAMA BUTTERFLY, June 1- 10
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2023


The Greek National Opera (GNO) presents leading French director Olivier Py's new production of Puccini's Madama Butterfly, following his acclaimed production of Berg's Wozzeck at GNO in 2020. Olivier Py, who has directed more than 40 operas around the world, embarks on his first staging of Madama Butterfly with a production that places the orchestra onstage and fills the outdoor venue with the aesthetics and colors of America and Japan.

Six Singers Named Winners of the 2023 Met Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2023


The Met presents the winners of the 2023 Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition: tenor Anthony León, mezzo-soprano Natalie Lewis, soprano Teresa Perrotta, mezzo-soprano Sarah Saturnino, bass-baritone Christian Simmons, and soprano Meredith Wohlgemuth.

BECOMING ROBIN HOOD Makes World Premiere at Berkeley Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


Berkeley Playhouse continues its 22/23 Season with Becoming Robin Hood, an all-new musical performing May 26 to June 25, 2023.

LA Opera Names 2023 Recipients of the Eva and Marc Stern Artist Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2023


LA Opera has announced the 2023 recipients of the Eva and Marc Stern Artist Award: conductor Lina González-Granados and bass-baritone Nicholas Brownlee.

Riverside Opera Company Presents A SHOWER OF SONG Next Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023


Enjoy popular arias from Pagliacci, Daughter of the Regiment, Tosca , Madama Butterfly, Samson and Delilah, La Traviata and Tannhauser performed by award winning sopranos with interpretation by narrator Tania Eicoff.  

Bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green Wins Met's 2023 Beverly Sills Artist Award
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023


The Metropolitan Opera has named bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green the winner of the 2023 Beverly Sills Artist Award, the second time that Green has received this honor. Previously, Green shared the award with four other artists in 2021, the season that had been canceled due to the pandemic.

The ENO Will Present 7 DEATHS OF MARIA CALLAS in November, Starring Marina Abramović
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 19, 2023


The 2023/24 Season at the London Coliseum, the English National Opera (ENO) will present the acclaimed production of 7 Deaths of Maria Callas. In this highly anticipated UK premiere, renowned performance artist Marina Abramović makes her ENO debut with her production of 7 Deaths of Maria Callas, exploring the life, work and death of one of opera’s greatest stars.

COLLEGE FUN Benefit Premiere to be Presented at The Frog & Peach Theatre Company This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2023


The Frog & Peach Theatre Company will stage a one-night-only benefit premiere of “College Fun” a startling new comedy by Ted Zurkowski.

Christ Church in Short Hills To Present The Fauré Requiem In A Special Concert Of Remembrance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2023


As part of its 140th Anniversary, Christ Church in Short Hills will present a Special Concert of Remembrance featuring Gabriel Fauré's Requiem and Cantique de Jean Racine on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at 4:00 pm.

Photos: First Look At Puccini's TOSCA At Opera San José
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 13, 2023


Opera San José’s 2022-23 season concludes with a vivid production of Puccini’s thriller Tosca. See photos from the production. 

Palm Beach Opera Celebrates Company Premiere Of FALSTAFF On March 24 At Kravis Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 13, 2023


Palm Beach Opera celebrated opening night of “Falstaff” on March 24 at the Kravis Center's Cohen Pavilion, toasting to the final mainstage opera of the 2023 Season and the historic company premiere of Verdi's final opera.

Interview: Tara Branham of TOSCA at Opera San José Shines a New Light on the Operatic Canon
by Jim Munson - Apr 12, 2023


BroadwayWorld chats with Tara Branham who is making her mainstage debut as director at Opera San Jose with the Puccini classic 'Tosca' running April 15 to 30.

Liudmyla Monastyrska to Step in for Angela Gheorghiu in TOSCA at the Met This Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 8, 2023


Soprano Liudmyla Monastyrska will sing the title role in Puccini's Tosca on April 8 and 12, replacing Angela Gheorghiu, who is ill. She will also sing the final performance on April 15, as was previously announced. 

Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change For AIDA This May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2023


Soprano Angela Meade will sing the title role of Verdi's Aida on April 27, 30 and May 6, 10, and soprano Leah Crocetto will complete the run on May 13 and 18, both replacing Michelle Bradley, who has withdrawn for personal reasons. 

San Diego Opera Cancels Performances Of THE FALLING AND THE RISING
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023


San Diego Opera has canceled performances of The Falling and the Rising. Originally scheduled for 2020 and delayed because of COVID, The Falling and the Rising was co-commissioned by San Diego Opera, which also created the production seen around the country.

LOTNY to Present AMERICAN ONE ACTS in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2023


The little OPERA theatre of ny (LOTNY) will present American One Acts, a double bill, conducted by Gregory Hopkins and directed by Philip Shneidman, from May 31 - June 4, 2023 at Baruch Performing Arts Center.

South Florida's Palm Beach Opera Announces Powerhouse 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2023


Palm Beach Opera is excited to announce the planned repertoire for its 2024 Season, which will feature Puccini's “Tosca,” Offenbach's “The Tales of Hoffman,” and for the first time in 15 years, Bellini's “Norma,” all beginning in January next year.

Olivier Awards 2023: See All Award Winners!
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 2, 2023


The biggest night in theatre, the Olivier Awards, was celebrated at the Royal Albert Hall on 2 April. Hosted by renowned stage and screen actor Hannah Waddingham, a three-time Olivier Award nominee herself, the Olivier Awards celebrate the world-class status of London theatre, and are Britain's most prestigious stage honours. Here are this year's award winners!

SWEENEY TODD, THE NUTCRACKER & More Set for Dayton Performing Arts Alliance 2023-2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2023


Dayton Performing Arts Alliance has announced its 2023-2024 Art That Moves season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!

Verdi's Classic LA TRAVIATA Closes Memorable Season At Seattle Opera
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2023


In Seattle Opera’s mainstage finale, audiences will be treated to one of opera’s most enduring favorites: La traviata, Giuseppe Verdi’s sumptuous tale of true love lost.

VIDEO: First Look At San Diego Opera's TOSCA
by Alan Henry - Mar 29, 2023


Get a first look at San Diego Opera's production of Tosca! Tosca is Giacomo Puccini’s gripping drama filled with torture, treachery, lust, execution and suicide.

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