Jennifer Zetlan to Headline ‘Ellen West’ At Prototype Festival 2020

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Jennifer Zetlan is set to take on the title role in the New York City premiere of Ricky Ian Gordon and Frank Bidart’s “Ellen West” at the Prototype Festival on Jan. 14-19, 2020. Zetlan interpreted the role in the world premiere of the opera during the summer of 2019 at Saratoga Springs. “Ellen West is the pseudonym of a real {…}

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New York Opera Fest 2018 Announces New Slate Filled With Major World Premieres

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The New York Opera Fest has been announced and it will feature a ton of new productions and performances to behold. The showcase kicks off on May 1, 2018, with an opening night launch at Opera America and runs all the way until June 26. So here is a breakdown of what’s in store for audiences. As has been the {…}

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Pride Month 2017: A Look At The LGBT Operas In History

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June marks the start of Pride Month, a month dedicated to commemorating the Stonewall riots, which occurred at the end of June 1969. As a result, many pride events occur to honor the achievements of LGBT individuals. This month OperaWire will also dedicate a section to honoring LGBT individuals, operas, and achievements. It is our goal to bring visibility to works that {…}

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Jennifer Zetlan to Headline ‘Ellen West’ At Prototype Festival 2020

New York Opera Fest 2018 Announces New Slate Filled With Major World Premieres

Pride Month 2017: A Look At The LGBT Operas In History