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Bryan Hymel Cancels ‘Les Huguenots’ at Paris Opera

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Bryan Hymel has canceled his upcoming performances of Meyerbeer’s “Les Huguenots.” The Opéra National de Paris announced that due to illness, Bryan Hymel would be replaced by Yosep Kang in the role of Raoul de Nangis. The announcement comes a week before the opening of the highly anticipated production, which is slated to be one of the season’s highlights and also {…}

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The Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions Expand to Mexico

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The Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions are adding a new country to its audition process. Executive director Melissa Wegner announced that Mexico will become part of The Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions firmament joining the United States and Canada. In a press statement, Wegner stated, “We are proud to include Mexico in the National Council Auditions. Our program now reflects {…}

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Top 5 Operas to See This Weekend – International (8/24-26)

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As festival season comes to an end, a number of classics will be presented. The weekend will also see a historic performance for legendary opera singer Plácido Domingo. Here is a look at what you need to see this weekend. Les Pêcheurs de Perles – Salzburg Festival, Austria Plácido Domingo makes history this weekend as he takes on his 150th role {…}

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Rai Radio 3 To Present Three Rossini Opera Festival Works

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For those who will not be attending the Rossini Opera Festival, Rai Radio 3 will present the premiere of “Ricciardo e Zoraide,” “Adina,” and “Il Barbiere di Siviglia.” The radio station will first present “Ricciardo e Zoraide” on August 11 at 8 p.m. local time with Juan Diego Flórez, Pretty Yende, and Sergey Romanovsky and “Adina” on August 12 at {…}

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Top 5 Operas to See This Weekend – International (8/10-12)

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It’s a Rossini-filled week with the Rossini Opera Festival opening and Australia also opening a Rossini production. The weekend also sees two of today’s biggest divas performing. Find out what’s in store. Anna Netrebko and Yusif Eyvazov – Teatro Colón, Argentina Anna Netrebko makes her debut at the Teatro Colón in Argentina alongside her husband Yusif Eyvazov. The concert will {…}

Behind the Scenes, Interviews

Interview: Sesto Quatrini On His Conducting Style & Career Ambitions

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Sesto Quatrini made his Italian debut, conducting Verdi’s “Un giorno di regno,” at the Festival della Valle d’Itria, July 20, 2017, a little over one year ago. Since then he has debuted at, amongst other venues, La Fenice  and Verona. It has been a rapid rise for the young conductor who, at the age of 34, seems destined for the {…}

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Rossini Opera Festival Announces 2019 Festival

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The Rossini Opera Festival has announced its 2019 festival. During a press conference for its 2018 festival, it was revealed that there will be two new productions and a revival. The first new production of the festival will be “Semiramide” with Graham Vick directing the production and Michele Mariotti conducting. The second new production will be “L’equivoco stravagante.” Moshe Leiser and Patrice {…}

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Artist Of The Week: Javier Camarena Takes On His First Edgardo In ‘Lucia Di Lammermoor’

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Over the past years, Javier Camarena has become one of the most in-demand tenors in the world. His charisma, blazing high notes, and expressive qualities have allowed him to create history. For example, he is just the second singer in Metropolitan Opera history to sing encores in multiple productions. He is also the second singer in the history of the Teatro Real to {…}