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Juan Diego Florez & Diana Damrau Win Big At Opus Klassik Awards

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On Oct. 14, 2018, the first annual Opus Klassik awards were handed out to top artists in the world of classical music. Juan Diego Flórez was awarded the Male Singer of the Year Award, while soprano Diana Damrau was announced as the Female Singer of the Year. Flórez took homes the award for his acclaimed “Mozart” album, which was also his {…}

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Which Operas Will Stream On ARTE Concert? Here’s The List

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ARTE Concert has announced the operas that it will be showcasing as part of its on-demand streams. The first opera programmed will be Mozart’s “Die Zauberflöte” from La Monnaie. That production is already available online and features Sabine Devielilhe, Gábor Bretz, Ed Lyon, and Sophie Karthäuser. On Oct. 6, 2018, Puccini’s “Tosca” from the Finnish National Opera gets its turn {…}

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Top 5 Operas to See This Weekend – International (9/28-30)

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This weekend will showcase a world premiere, a highly anticipated new production,  a classic revival, a visiting opera company and the continuation of Wagner’s tetralogy. Here is a look at what OperaWire recommends this weekend. Berénice – Opéra National de Paris, France Barbara Hannigan creates the role of Berénice in Michale Jarrell’s new work. The work also stars Bo Skovhus, Alastair Miles, and {…}

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10 Must See Operas For The Fall Season 2018 [International Edition]

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The 2018-19 season is about to start with numerous new productions, revivals and world premieres. With a ton of selections to be sure in many of the world’s greatest houses, we whittled it down to the 10 Must-See productions operas that you cannot miss this fall. Medée – Berlin State Opera  Sonya Yoncheva takes on her 50th role in Cherubini’s rarely {…}

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Florian Boesch Cancels ‘Berenice ‘ At Opéra National De Paris

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Florian Boesch has withdrawn from the upcoming world premiere of Michael Jarrell’s “Berenice.” According to the Opéra de Paris, the bass-baritone has withdrawn from all future productions with the theater. As a result, Ivan Ludlow will replace Boesch in the role of Antiochus. Ludlow is well-known for his work in modern opera and he recently performed “Lulu’ at the Hamburg State {…}

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Danielle De Niese, Sabine Devieilhe & Anna Caterina Antonacci To Be Featured At La Monnaie’s 2018-19 Season

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La Monnaie has announced its 2018-19 season, featuring nine operatic productions and concert performances, as well as numerous recitals. As always the season will feature some of today’s greatest stars and rising stars. Here is a look at what the season will offer in vocal events. Operas  “Die Zauberflöte” opens the season in a new production by director Romeo Castellucci {…}