Moment In Time – Exploring The Creation Of Verdi’s ‘Otello’ & ‘Falstaff’ At The Morgan Library & Museum

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Since Sept. 6, 2019, the Morgan Library & Museum in New York City has been holding an exhibition that details the development and creation of Verdi’s final two operas. The exhibition, entitled “Verdi: Creating ‘Otello’ and ‘Falstaff’” and curated by Gabriele Dotto, presents a wide range of materials courtesy of the Bertelsmann-owned Ricordi Archive, all organized as to give the {…}

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Laquita Mitchell, David Morgans, & Lauren Torey star in Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s 2026–27 Season

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The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra announces its 2026–27 season led by Music Director Michael Repper. The season titled “New Worlds, Timeless Wonders” is an inspiring celebration of beloved masterworks, remarkable discoveries, internationally acclaimed guest artists, and cherished audience traditions. “This season reflects everything we love about making music,” said Music Director Michael Repper. “From timeless classics to remarkable rediscoveries, from internationally {…}

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VOCES8 Announces New Role for Tenor Blake Morgan

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( Photo Credit: Andy Staples) The VOCES8 Foundation has announced that tenor Blake Morgan will transition into a new role as VOCES8 Ambassador and Associate Artist beginning in the 2026-27 season. Morgan, who has been a full-time member of the ensemble for a decade, will step away from his permanent tenor seat while continuing to work with the group through {…}

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Morgana Warren-Jones Headlines NEW Sinfonia’s ‘The Classical Masterpieces’ Concert

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(Credit Abhishek K P.) NEW Sinfonia is set to present “The Classical Masterpieces” concert on June 10, 2022 at St. Asaph Cathedral in the U.K. Mezzo-soprano Morgana Warren-Jones will headline the program, performing Mahler’s “Ruckert Lieder.” Also on the program will be music by Debussy, Mozart, and Schubert. Conductor Robert Guy will be joined by Leon Frantzen, Ann Miller, Philip {…}

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Morgan Library & Museum to Exhibit Rare Verdi Memorabilia

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On September 6, 2019, The Morgan Library & Museum in New York City will be opening a new exhibition, titled “Verdi: Creating Otello and Falstaff– Highlights from the Ricordi Archive.” Running until January 5, 2020, A number of rare historical documents will be available for public viewing in America for the very first time, including original scores, libretti, set and {…}

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Obituary: Long-Time Royal Opera Designer, Paul Brown, Dies at 57

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The Loesje Sanders agency has announced the untimely death of designer Paul Brown on November 13th, 2017. Born in Glamorgan, South Wales, Brown made his debut with the Royal Opera House in 1991 for Graham Vick’s production of “Mitridate, re di Ponto.” With the Royal Opera House, he has also designed sets for “The Midsummer Marriage,” “Falstaff,” “King Arthur,” as {…}

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Buxton International Festival 2026 Review: Amadigi

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(Photo: Genevieve Girling) Händel’s magic operas, with their complicated love plots, sorceresses, gods, monsters and magical transformations set in an era of chivalric sensitivities, alongside a rigid musical structure of recitatives separated by arias that hold up the narrative, can be a nightmare for directors. Yet in the right hands, they become visually exciting and dramatically engaging spectacles, and Olivia {…}

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English Touring Opera Announces Spring 2022 Performances

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(Credit: English Touring Opera official website) The English Touring Opera has announced its 2022 spring performances. Here is a full slate. Puccini’s “La bohème” features Francesca Chiejina and Paula Sides as Mimì; Jenny Stafford and April Koyejo-Audiger in the role of Musetta; and Luciano Botelho and Thomas Elwin as Rodolfo. The cast is rounded out by Michel de Souza, Jerome {…}

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Teatro San Carlo 2025-26 Review: Alcina

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(Photo: Luciano Romano) Handel Arrives at Teatro San Carlo It is hard to believe that Teatro San Carlo, one of Europe’s largest and most prestigious opera houses, had never staged an opera by Handel. And yet, until now, not a single note by the 18th century’s most famous and prolific opera composer had ever resounded in this historic house—a streak {…}

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Moment In Time – Exploring The Creation Of Verdi’s ‘Otello’ & ‘Falstaff’ At The Morgan Library & Museum

Laquita Mitchell, David Morgans, & Lauren Torey star in Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s 2026–27 Season

VOCES8 Announces New Role for Tenor Blake Morgan

Morgana Warren-Jones Headlines NEW Sinfonia’s ‘The Classical Masterpieces’ Concert

Morgan Library & Museum to Exhibit Rare Verdi Memorabilia

Obituary: Long-Time Royal Opera Designer, Paul Brown, Dies at 57

Buxton International Festival 2026 Review: Amadigi

English Touring Opera Announces Spring 2022 Performances

Teatro San Carlo 2025-26 Review: Alcina