160 search results for…

News

Top 5 Operas To See This Weekend – North America (3/1-3)

https://operawire.com/top-5-operas-to-see-this-weekend-north-america-3-1-3/

You won’t find any modern works in this weekend’s recommendations. In fact, the big offerings around the U.S. center on the standard repertory with perhaps one exception (and that might not be much of one). Here are our picks (in alphabetical order by company). Eugene Onegin – The Atlanta Opera Tchaikovsky’s masterwork will get a showcase at The Atlanta Opera {…}

News

Met Opera 2019-2020 Season: Here Is All The Information For This Season’s Live in HD Performances

https://operawire.com/met-opera-2019-2020-season-here-is-all-the-information-for-this-seasons-live-in-hd-performances/

The Metropolitan Opera revealed its 2019-20 season on Wednesday afternoon. Among the major announcements were the company’s schedule for its ever-popular Live in HD slate.  Here is a look at the list of performances that will be broadcast to audiences around the world. Worthy of note is that of the 10 productions set to screen in cinemas, three will be {…}

News

Anna Netrebko, Diana Damrau, Joyce DiDonato Headline The Metropolitan Opera’s 2019-20 Season

https://operawire.com/anna-netrebko-diana-damrau-joyce-didonato-headline-the-metropolitan-operas-2019-20-season/

The Metropolitan Opera has announced its 2019-20 season with five new productions, a New Year’s Eve gala, and a recital. Here is a look at what to expect. New Productions  The season opens with Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess” in a new production by James Robinson. The production stars Eric Owens and Kevin Short sharing the title role of Porgy and {…}

News

Plácido Domingo, Renée Fleming & Matthew Aucoin Headline LA Opera’s 2019-20 Season

https://operawire.com/placido-domingo-renee-fleming-matthew-aucoin-headline-la-operas-2019-20-season/

The LA Opera has announced its 2019-20 season featuring six new productions, two company premieres, and one world pmiere. Here is a look at what to expect. Main Stage Barrie Kosky directs the first production of Puccini’s “La Bohème” in 25 years. Marina Costa-Jackson makes her LA Opera debut in the title role with Saimir Pirgu as Rodolfo.  Erica Petroelli, {…}

Reviews, Stage Reviews

Metropolitan Opera 2018-19 Season Review: The Magic Flute

https://operawire.com/metropolitan-opera-2018-19-season-review-the-magic-flute/

On December 19, 2018, The Metropolitan Opera premiered this season’s run of Mozart’s musical drama “The Magic Flute.” This production by Julie Taymor is notable for its English translation, abridged running time, and opulent presentation; these features concentrated the drama and allegorical meaning which would unfold in the hands of the company’s cast of artists. Squaring the Circle Taymor’s production {…}

News

Metropolitan Opera 2018-19 Preview: Get To Know The Cast for ‘The Magic Flute’

https://operawire.com/metropolitan-opera-2018-19-preview-get-to-know-the-cast-for-the-magic-flute/

It’s the holiday season and that means that the Metropolitan Opera is putting on Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” in its English iteration. This season’s revival will feature a number of veterans in this production, as well as some new faces. Erin Morley will headline as Pamina. She debuted at the Met in 2008 and has amassed 87 performances to date {…}

News

Top 4 Operas To See This Weekend – North America (6/29-7/1): ‘Flight’ & Other Rare Operas Dominate Weekend

https://operawire.com/top-4-operas-to-see-this-weekend-north-america-6-29-7-1-flight-other-rare-operas-dominate-weekend/

While the summer is in full swing, there aren’t all that many companies in production at the present moment. That said, there are still a plethora of solid offerings. Here’s a look at our top picks, in alphabetical order by company. Rocking Horse Winner / Vinkensport or The Finch Opera – Opera Saratoga This unique double bill features music by {…}

News

Lisette Oropesa, Patricia Racette & Poul Ruders Headline Santa Fe Opera’s 2019 Season

https://operawire.com/lisette-oropesa-patricia-racette-poul-ruders-headline-santa-fe-operas-2019-season/

The Santa Fe Opera has announced its 2019 season. While the 2018 season has yet to begin, the upcoming 2019 edition will showcase five productions, including one new world premiere. Here is a look Productions  Vanessa Vasquez and Mario Chang lead Puccini’s “La Bohème” with a stellar cast that also includes Kirsten Mackinnon and Zachary Nelson. Jader Bignamini conducts the production {…}