5 Major Highlights from Anna Netrebko’s Celebration At The Metropolitan Opera Guild’s 84th Annual Luncheon

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On Friday, Oct. 26, the Metropolitan Opera Guild presented its Annual Luncheon to honor the career of superstar soprano Anna Netrebko. Titled “Amazing Anna” and taking place at Cipriani 42nd Street (and without too many flowers as per the honoree’s request), the event was befitting of the famed diva, proving entertaining and breezing by in a way that these events {…}

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Metropolitan Opera 2018-19 Review: Marnie

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Friday, Oct. 19, 2018 was a big night for the Metropolitan Opera. A few years back, the company commissioned an opera by Nico Muhly with a libretto by Nicholas Wright based on Winston Graham’s “Marnie.” The work premiered in 2017 in London and has now finally made its way to the Metropolitan Opera. The Met was packed in anticipation of {…}

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Top 5 Operas To See This Weekend – North America (10/19-21)

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There aren’t any world premieres on the docket for this weekend, but there are a plethora of unique performances set to take place. So here are our picks for this weekend’s operas to see (in alphabetical order by company). Satyagraha – LA Opera Philip Glass’ masterpiece will get a showcase in an excellent production by Phelim McDermott and Julian Crouch. {…}

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Ryan Speedo Green To Give Recital At The Kennedy Center

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Ryan Speedo Green is set to make his recital debut at the Washington National Opera. The 2018 recipient of the Marian Anderson Vocal Award will give a recital as part of the award bestowed on him by the company. Adam Nielsen will accompany him in a recital that is set to include works by Wagner, Verdi, and Mahler, as well as the American composers Margaret {…}

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Emily Pogorelc To Replace Kathryn Lewek In WNO’s ‘Candide’

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American soprano Emily Pogorelc is set to make her Washington National Opera debut in the upcoming production of Bernstein’s “Candide.” The soprano will replace Kathryn Lewek who has pulled out of the role of Cunegonde. In a press release, Artistic Director and Director of “Candide,” Francesca Zambello noted, “We are thrilled Kathryn Lewek will remain among a list of stars performing the {…}

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WNO Set to Celebrate Bernstein Centennial With ‘Candide’

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The Washington National Opera is preparing to finish off its 2017-18 season, celebrating Leonard Bernstein’s centennial anniversary with his “opera” “Candide.” The run kicks off on May 6, 2018, at the Kennedy Center Opera House. The celebration is set to feature an all-star cast that includes tenor Alek Shrader in his WNO debut. He will take on the title role {…}

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Kate Lindsey & Lawrence Brownlee Headline Washington Concert Opera

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The Washington Concert Opera has announced its 2018-19 season, showcasing two rare gems. The season opens with Gounod’s “Sapho,” a work known for its famous aria “O ma lyre immortelle.” Kate Lindsey takes on the title role with Addison Marlor rounding out the cast, Performance Date: Nov. 18, 2018 Lawrence Brownlee headlines Rossini’s’ “Zelmira,” a work that has been showcased {…}

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Top 5 Operas to See This Weekend – North America (2/23-25): ‘The Daughter of the Regiment’ & Others Lead Weekend of Rare Operas

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This weekend is jampacked with rare operas to see. No joke. With one exception, the list consists of works you probably will struggle to find productions for at any given point a year from now. So strap in and find a way to watch these five shows. (List is in alphabetical order by company). Euridice – Cantanti Project The New {…}

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Six Major Stars Returning To The Metropolitan Opera in 2018-19

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Every year the Metropolitan Opera throws in some surprises whether in repertoire or in casting choices. Sometimes those casting choices are curveballs that include important returns to the stage. This season, OperaWire pointed out six major artists that have not performed on the Met stage in years and will be pleasant surprises to hear and see in 2018-19. Denyce Graves {…}

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5 Major Highlights from Anna Netrebko’s Celebration At The Metropolitan Opera Guild’s 84th Annual Luncheon

Metropolitan Opera 2018-19 Review: Marnie

Top 5 Operas To See This Weekend – North America (10/19-21)

Ryan Speedo Green To Give Recital At The Kennedy Center

Emily Pogorelc To Replace Kathryn Lewek In WNO’s ‘Candide’

WNO Set to Celebrate Bernstein Centennial With ‘Candide’

Kate Lindsey & Lawrence Brownlee Headline Washington Concert Opera

Top 5 Operas to See This Weekend – North America (2/23-25): ‘The Daughter of the Regiment’ & Others Lead Weekend of Rare Operas

Six Major Stars Returning To The Metropolitan Opera in 2018-19