Romanian soprano Ileana Cotrubas, born on June 9, 1939, enjoyed a career of two decades, cementing her legacy for a sweet timbre and strong dramatic presence. She came from a musical family, her father a tenor in an amateur choir. She began her career at age nine as a member of a children’s radio choir and by 11 she was {…}
Composer Otto Nicolai, born on June 9, 1810, is not one of the famed composers of the opera world, but he did leave behind one noted masterwork and a unique story. Nicolai was a child prodigy but suffered from a nasty divorce between his parents. He ran away from his parents at the age of 16, taking refuge with a {…}
UPDATE: Medici.TV will also stream the concert at 2:00 p.m. EDT. The World Cup kick-off gala is set to be televised on Channel 1. The gala, which is set to be televised on 1tv.ru from Red Square, will star some of the world’s greatest opera stars, including Anna Netrebko, Plácido Domingo, Ildar Abdrazakov, Albina Shagimuratova, Aida Garifullina, Juan Diego Flórez, and Yusif Eyvazov. Valery {…}
Opera Omaha has announced that Rebecca Brown will be its new Director of Marketing and Public Relations. Brown previously served as the Executive Director of Sioux City Community Theater in Iowa as well as the Marketing and PR Manager for The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Per a press release, “Brown was recognized as one of Palm Springs Life’s 40 {…}
This will be a weekend of new productions, closing nights, and role debuts. Two major stars return to signature roles while one rising star takes on her first Wagner role. Then there are two bel canto favorites and some verismo. Here is a look. Ernani – Opera de Marseille, France Francesco Meli takes on the title role in Verdi’s early work {…}
The summer is underway and as expected, there are a ton of options out there for the opera lovers of the world. So here is a look at this week’s picks in alphabetical order by company. Maria de Buenos Aires – Alamo City Opera Piazzolla’s work is growing ever-popular around the globe with productions cropping up everywhere. The production at {…}
Francisco José Potenciano has been named General director of the Palau de les Arts. The former economics director of the theater was recently named general director after the theater announced its 2018-19 season. The news also comes at a time when the company is in search for an artistic director, a position that Davide Livermore held until the end of 2017. The company’s music {…}
The Detriot Symphony Orchestra’s “Turandot” has announced two cast changes for its June 2018 performances. First, Jader Bignamini will conduct the performance, stepping in for Leonard Slatkin, who was forced to withdraw from the final three programs of the season to undergo heart surgery. As a result, maestro Slatkin needs three months to fully recover and return to conducting. Additionally, Bass Morris {…}
The Miami Music Festival has announced its 2018 Program which will continue its acclaimed Wagner Institute with some exciting performances. The season opens with a double bill of “Dido and Aeneas” and “The Medium” on June 21 and 22. That will be followed by Britten’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” which will be performed on June 28 and 30. In between, {…}
Renée Fleming, who is currently wowing audiences in “Carousel,” has announced her new album “Broadway.” The new album by Decca Classics is set to be released on Friday, Sept. 7, 2018 and will include songs for the stage by composers such as Stephen Sondheim, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Pasek & Paul, and Rogers & Hammerstein. It will also include a duet with award-winning {…}
Opera Naples’ Summer Youth Program is set to present Gilbert & Sullivan’s comedic operetta, “Iolanthe.” “Iolanthe” will be directed by Emily Cuk, who is artistic director for the Eastman Opera collective and she will be partnering with Robin Frank, Opera Naples’ Director of Educational Outreach and Chorus Master, who serves as the musical director for this production. The operetta is {…}