Academy of Vocal Arts Announces 2026-27 Season
By Afton MarkayPhiladelphia’s Academy of Vocal Arts announces its 2026-27 season.
The “New Artist Recital” is held. Music Director and pianist José Meléndez accompanies.
Performance Date: Sept. 25, 2026
Up next is the “Giargiari Bel Canto Competition.” Music Director and pianist Danielle Orlando joins.
Performance Date: Oct. 3, 2026
Donizetti’s “L’elisir d’amore” is directed by Damon Nestor Ploumis. Steven White conducts.
Performance Dates: Nov. 7 – Dec. 1, 2026
“Métamorphoses: Three Centuries of French Imagination” is led by vocal coach Matthieu Cognet
Performance Dates: Dec. 9 – 11, 2026
A double bill from Puccini’s “Il tabarro” and “Gianni Schicchi” is directed by John de los Santos. Joseph Colaneri conducts.
Performance Dates: Feb. 13 – 20, 2027
The “Tapestry: Threads of American Song” recital is next. Music Director and pianist Michael Lewis accompanies.
Performance Dates: March 16 – 18, 2027
Verdis’ “Il trovatore” is directed by Jeffrey Buchman. Joseph Colaneri conducts.
Performance Dates: April 17 – May 4, 2027
The graduating Resident Artists present the “Farewell Recital” with Music Director and pianist José Meléndez.
Performance Dates: May 13, 2027
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