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Virginia Opera 2017-18 Review – La Fanciulla Del West: Baritone Mark Walters Leads Promising Cast in Triumphant Interpretation of Puccini Classic

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A wise man of opera once said in my hearing, testifying to the enduring emotional impact of Puccini: “When I no longer cry at ‘Boheme,’ I quit.” The same should be said of “La Fanciulla del West,” from “Ch’ella mi creda” to the end – and so it is with Lillian Groag’s production that opened on Nov. 10 at the {…}

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National Opera and Ballet Theater Constanta to Honor Virginia Zeani

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(Image provided by Apogee Artists) The National Opera and Ballet Theater Constanta in Romania will honor Romanian opera star Virginia Zeani during a performance of “Les Contes d’Hoffmann.” Zeani was a legendary artist from Romania who performed worldwide. She performed 69 roles over the course of her career and once she left the stage, she was devoted to teaching in {…}

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Romanian Opera Houses to Celebrate Virginia Zeani’s 96

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During the month of October, all Romanian National Opera houses will dedicate performances to Soprano Virginia Zeani who turns 96 this month. Known as one of the brightest opera stars in Romania and loved by critics and audiences alike, Zeani paved the way for many Romanian singers and is now a distinguished teacher. Between Oct. 16-31, musicians will pay tribute {…}

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Victory Hall Opera & University of Virginia to Present ‘Breaking the Sound Barrier: Deaf Opera Workshop’

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Victory Hall Opera will present “Breaking the Sound Barrier: Deaf Opera Workshop” on Feb. 27, 2020 at the Old Cabell Hall at the University of Virginia. The event will be presented in conjunction UVA’s Disability Studies Symposium. The workshop will present a reinterpretation of Poulenc’s “Dialogues des Carmélites” in which three Deaf actors will work with three hearing opera singers {…}

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Nelly Miricioiu Headlines Virginia Zeani Royal Opera Festival 2019

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The Virginia Zeani Royal Opera Festival (Festivalul Regal de Opera) has announced details of its third edition, which will take place May 31 – Jul. 7, 2019. Events will be held at Palace of Culture in Târgu Mureș, the Hungarian Opera of Cluj, or The Culture House of Reghin, Romania. Vladimir Lungu will serve as Principal Conductor. L’Assoluta Virginia Zeani {…}

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2026 Luciano Pavarotti Foundation Opera Naples International Voice Competition Announces Contestants & Jury Members

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Opera Naples has announced the contestants and jury members and dates for the 2026 Luciano Pavarotti Foundation Opera Naples International Voice Competition. The company revealed that a total of 430 singers from 19 countries applied, and 20 contestants were selected. The contestants include sopranos Hannah Cho, Laura Fernandez, Alexandra Hotz, Virginia Mims, Tess Ottinger, and Sofia Scattarreggia; mezzo-sopranos Ashlyn Brown, {…}

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Best of 2025: OperaWire’s Staff Selects Their Favorite Performances of the Year

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The New Year is upon us, which means it’s time to look back and reflect at what was and what will remain in our memories. As per usual, OperaWire has compiled the favorite performances of the year from many of our contributors. We won’t keep you waiting, here’s a look at the Staff Picks for the best performances of 2025. {…}