Of Wagner’s great operas, “Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg” often gets overlooked when the conversation of “greatest works” begins. The work premiered in Munich on June 21, 1868, and is admittedly one of the composer’s more intimate operas. It was not based on any major myth the way some of his other works were and its tame and comic nature make {…}
No one ever pretended that opera was a cheap art form. As an extreme example, the Salzburg Festival has a budget of over 60 million euros for just six weeks, making its balance sheet the envy of several small Pacific island states. But even in countries with an immense musical patrimony such as Italy, there is a tendency for populist {…}
The Deutsche Oper Berlin has announced the death of baritone Barry McDaniel. The Kansas born baritone, who won a Fulbright in 1953 and spent the rest of his life singing in Germany, was part of the Deutsche Oper from 1962 to 1999. Born to musical parents McDaniel’s took up piano at the age of nine and would go on to {…}
The Teatro la Fence has announced its 2018-19 season and will present a number of repertoire staples and rare gems. The season will also include a divide itself between the Teatro Malibran and Teatro La Fenice. Here is a look at the productions and concerts that will be held during the season. Productions Verdi’s “Macbeth” opens the season in a {…}
The Musco Center for the Arts has announced an exciting and diverse lineup for their 2018-19 season. First opening in 2016, this will only be the Musco Center’s third season, yet it’s filled with renowned performers who have spent decades honing their craft and experience. Musco Center Dean and Artistic Director William Hall says: “Once again, the line-up is led {…}
“Opera Meets Film” is a feature dedicated to exploring the way that opera has been employed in cinema. We will select a section or a film in its entirety, highlighting the impact that utilizing the operatic form or sections from an opera can alter our perception of a film that we are viewing. This week’s installment is Stanley Kubrick’s legendary {…}
Diana Damrau has canceled her performances of Donizetti’s ‘Lucia di Lammermoor” at the Bayerische Staatsoper in 2018-19. The soprano, who was originally scheduled to sing the title role when the 2018-19 season was announced has canceled all engagements of the title role, per her website. As a result, Pretty Yende will take over the performances which are scheduled for June {…}
The Metropolitan Opera Guild will honor Anna Netrebko at its 84th Annual Guild Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018. The president of the guild Richard J. Miller said, “The Guild is proud to honor the artistry and accomplishments of Anna Netrebko. Anna is an authentic 21st-century superstar whose generous spirit, passion for life and amazing talent have thrilled audiences everywhere. Anna is more {…}
Christopher Job and Glenn Seven Allen are set to join Andy Cohen on Bravo on June 20, 2018. The New York City Opera announced via social media that the two singers will be showcased on “What Happens Live,” mixing drinks with Cohen for celebrities Tinsley Mortimer and Zoey Deutch. The talk show, which features celebrities is one of the most {…}
The Richard Tucker Foundation has announced its lineup for its 2018 gala concert celebrating Christian Van Horn’s recent Richard Tucker Award. The gala will see previous Richard Tucker winners Christine Goerke, Angela Meade, Nadine Sierra, Stephanie Blythe, and Michael Fabiano showcase their talents. Additionally, superstars Anna Netrebko, Javier Camarena, and Yusif Eyvazov will participate in the event. The starry lineup will be {…}
Jakub Hrůša, Chief Conductor of the Bamberg Symphony, has signed a contract for five additional seasons in Munich. The news was announced by Bavarian State Minister for the Arts Prof. Dr. med. Marion Kiechle noting, “I am delighted that Jakub Hrůša has now extended his contract, and so will remain as Chief Conductor of the Bamberg Symphony through the 2021 {…}