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Anthony Roth Costanzo leads World Premiere of ‘Glass Handel’

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Anthony Roth Costanzo leads the world premiere to an innovative showcase entitled “Glass Handel.” Per a press release from Opera Philadelphia ‘”Glass Handel’ is one of two innovative and thought-provoking world premiere productions that highlight O18, the second edition of Opera Philadelphia’s annual season-opening festival.” The new work will see Costanzo collaborate with producer Cath Brittan and avant-garde fashion/art company {…}

Reviews, Stage Reviews

Metropolitan Opera 2025-26 Review: Tristan und Isolde

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(Credit: Karen Almond) In his book, “A New Philosophy of Opera,” director Yuval Sharon notes that “Tristan und Isolde,” alongside “Pelléas et Mélisande” are not only two of the most difficult operas to stage, but “seem like a losing proposition” for any director to take on. He reflects on how oftentimes, director’s attempt to “find physical form for what the {…}

News, Season Announcement

Ailyn Pérez, Michael Fabiano, Nadine Sierra, Lawrence Brownlee, Erin Morley & Brittany Renee Lead Boston Lyric Opera’s 2026-27 Season

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The Boston Lyric Opera has announced its 2026-27 season celebrating its 50th anniversary. The company will present Gioachino Rossini’s “Guillaume Tell” in a production by Vita Tzykun and David Adam Moore. David Angus conducts that includes George Gagnidze, Konu Kim, Anya Matanovič, Nina Yoshida Nelsen, Brianna J. Robinson, Morgan Mastrangelo, and James Demler. Performance Dates: Sep. 25-Oct. 4, 2026 The Boston Lyric Opera will celebrate its {…}

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Cast Change: Miles Mykkanen Joins Cast of ‘Silent Night’ at Houston Grand Opera

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The Houston Grand Opera (HGO) has announced a cast change for its production of “Silent Night.” The company said that tenor Miles Mykkanen will perform the lead role of Nikolaus Sprink, replacing tenor Duke Kim, who has withdrawn from the production due to illness. Mykkanen will make his HGO debut in this production following his critically acclaimed turn as Sam {…}

News, Season Announcement

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis Announces 2026 Season

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The Opera Theatre of Saint Louis has announced its 2026 Festival Season, which will run between May 23 and June 28, 2026. In a statement, General Director Andrew Jorgensen said, “We are proud to present a compelling 2026 Festival Season that continues to balance beloved classics with contemporary stories. While our 50th Anniversary Season in 2025 was a powerful milestone, {…}

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Two Cast Changes for Metropolitan Opera’s ‘Moby Dick’ Announced

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The Metropolitan Opera has announced two cast changes for the March 25 of “Moby Dick.” The company said that Peter Mattei has withdrawn from the performance and in his stead, the role of Starbuck will be sung by Thomas Glass. Meanwhile, Dominick Chenes will sing Greenhorn, replacing Stephen Costello. Glass sang the opening night performance of “Moby Dick” on March {…}

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New Cast Change for Metropolitan Opera’s ‘Moby Dick’

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(Credit: Karen Almond) The Metropolitan Opera has announced a cast change for the March 22 of “Moby Dick.” The company said that Peter Mattei has withdrawn from the performance and in his stead, the role of Starbuck will be sung by Thomas Glass, who previously won the Grand Finals of the National Council Auditions in 2019, singing Starbuck’s aria “Captain {…}

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Corinne Winters, Ryan McKinny, Angel Blue, Sasha Cooke, Arturo Chacón-Cruz Headline Houston Grand Opera’s 2025-26 Season

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Houston Grand Opera has announced its 2025-26 season, titled “The Light We Hold.” The season opens with “Porgy and Bess” in a production by Francesca Zambello and starring Michael Sumuel, Angel Blue, Latonia Moore, Blake Denson, and Demetrious Sampson Jr.  James Gaffigan conducts. Performance Dates: Oct. 24 – Nov. 15, 2025 Corinne Winters headlines “Il Trittico,” taking on roles in each {…}

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Renée Richardson, Diego Torre, Won Whi Choi & Amanda Batista Lead Minnesota Opera’s 2025-26 Season

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The Minnesota Opera has announced its 2025-26 season. Kylie Kreucher, Kara Morgan, Ángel Vargas, David Wolfe, John Mburu, and Lindsay Ohse star in Mozart’s “Così fan tutte.” Christopher Franklin conducts the production by Doug Scholz-Carlson. Performance Dates: Nov. 1-9, 2026 B.E. Boykin and Harrison David Rivers’ “My Name is Florence” is set to make its world premiere starring Renée Richardson, {…}