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World Premiere of ‘Phoenix: A Musical Testimony of Women’s Rights Struggle in Iran’ Opens For International Women’s Day

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The story of Nika Shakarami’s story has inspired a new musical work, written by the Iranian American creative team of composer Sahba Aminikia and librettist Zara Houshmand. “Phoenix,” (or “Qaqnus” in Persian) receives its world premiere on March 10 at Benaroya Hall in Seattle. On Sept. 20, 2022, 16-year-old Nika Shakarami joined other Iranian girls and citizens in protesting the {…}
Reviews, Stage Reviews

OrpheusPDX 2023 Review: Dark Sisters

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 (Written by: James Bash) OrpheusPDX, a new company founded by Christopher Mattaliano in Portland, Oregon, concluded its second season with a brilliant and thought-provoking production of Nico Muhly’s “Dark Sisters,” at Lincoln Hall on August 24. “Dark Sisters” explores and exposes relationships in a polygamous sect and reveals the courage of one sister-wife to leave it. With Stephen Karam’s libretto {…}
News, Streaming

Music of Remembrance to Stream ‘Tres Minutos’ As Part of Hispanic Heritage Month

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As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, Music of Remembrance is set to stream its production of “Tres Minutos.” The one-act opera by Mexican-American composer Nicolas Benavides and librettist Marella Martin Koch tells the story of Nila and her brother Diego who are separated at the U.S. border and must contend with questions of identity and belonging. “’Tres minutos’ comes at a {…}
IndieOpera

Eugene Opera Announces 2022-23 Season

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The Eugene Opera in Oregon has announced its 2022-23 season. The season will open with Puccini’s “La Bohème” starring Derrek Stark as Rodolfo and Vanessa Isiguen as Mimì. Keturah Stickann will direct with Maestro Andrew Bisantz at the podium. The cast is rounded out by Brooklyn Snow as Musetta, Zachary Lenox as Schaunard, and Benjamin Brady as Colline. Performance Dates: Jan. 27 {…}
IndieOpera

Music of Remembrance to Present ‘Stormy Seas’

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Music of Remembrance returns to Benaroya Hall, to give its second live concert of the season, entitled “Stormy Seas.” The showcase, set for March 13, 2022 will honor all people excluded or persecuted, because of their faith, nationality, ethnicity, and gender. It is the first public performance of the Iranian-American composer Sahba Aminikia’s eponymous work “Stormy Seas,” which spotlights five {…}
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Music of Remembrance Announces 2021-22 Season

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Seattle-based Music of Remembrance has announced its 2021-22 season. The season’s main theme will be “Power of Perseverance,” in honor of the challenging times we live in. “The pandemic forces us to summon our deepest resources so that we can continue a journey of courage and commitment,” said Artistic Director Mina Miller in a press release. “Our season’s theme is {…}
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Catalina Cuervo, Damien Geter, Martin Bakari Headline Portland Opera’s Revamped 2020-21 Season

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Portland Opera has announced a reimagined 2020-21 season, which will feature a series of virtual showcases presented on the company’s new digital channel “Portland Opera Onscreen.” “The global pandemic has challenged us: to be problem-solvers, to adapt to new technologies, and to deepen the ways that serve the community,” said General Director Sue Dixon in a press release. “Our newly reimagined {…}
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Sondra Radvanovsky, Elina Garanča, Karen Slack, Mariusz Kwicien, Ferruccio Furlanetto Headline Top 10 Operas to Stream This Week

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One brand new opera with three endings. A 20th-century work from a noted Czech composer. Two gala performances. A recital of new songs. A Shakespeare / Verdi / Ring Mashup. Beethoven. And three Italian operas with some of opera’s biggest stars for those looking for more standard repertory. That eclectic list comprises our top 10 operas to stream this week. {…}
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Portland Opera Announces Hampton Opera Center Virtual Recital Series

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The Portland Opera has announced the “Live from the Hampton Opera Center” Virtual Recital Series. These performances will spotlight artists familiar to Portland audiences and will each be an hour-long. They will also be broadcast live from the Hampton Opera Center, Portland Opera’s home in Southeast Portland, where featured artists can follow health and distance protocols. The series begins with {…}

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