The Dallas Opera Announces 2 Major Cast Changes for ‘Flight’

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The Dallas Opera has announced a cast change for its upcoming production of “Flight.” The company revealed that Abigail Rethwisch and Deanne Meek will join the cast as the Controller and Older Woman, respectively, taking over for Jessica Pratt and Karita Mattila, who were previously announced and have withdrawn for personal reasons. Rethwisch debuted with The Dallas Opera during the {…}

DVD and CD Releases, News

Irina Lungu, Sherezade Panthaki & Benjamin Appl Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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This week audiences will hear two new world premiere recordings from some of the most exciting composers and librettists. They will also get to experience two classics from the standard repertoire. Here is a look at the new releases for the week. Am I Born Bright Shiny Things releases “AM I BORN,” a world-premiere recording of an oratorio for soprano {…}

Editorials, Reviews

Criticism on Fridays: Hans Neuenfels & The Death That Comes On Its Own

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On Fridays, Polina Lyapustina delivers a short essay on some of the most essential topics in the industry with the intent of establishing a dialogue about the opera world and its future. After another shocking performance at the Salzburg Festival in 2001, Gerard Mortier, the famous opera director himself, spoke about the Neuenfels’ production of “Fledermaus” as he summarized his 10 years {…}

Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Q & A: Elsa Dreisig on Her New Album ‘Mozart X 3’ & Playing Different Roles

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Elsa Dreisig credits Mozart with being the composer who first inspired her to become a professional singer. And over the past years, the soprano has dominated his works singing his operas around the world. After two successful albums, Dreisig decided to pay tribute to the famed creator with an album devoted entirely to arias from his operas particularly the three {…}

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Sasha Cooke, Elsa Dreisig & Sidney Outlaw Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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This past week offered a wealth of releases from rising stars, established singers, and established ensembles. There is an intriguing solo album of new composers and another dedicated to Mozart. Here is a look at this week’s new releases. From Rags to Riches: 100 Years of American Song The New York Festival of Song releases the new album on its {…}

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Obituary: Heldentenor William Cochran Passes at 78

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(Image Source: Opera Magazine) Tenor William Cochran has passed away on Jan. 16, 2022. He was 78. Born on June 23, 1948 in Columbus, Ohio, he would go on to study at the Curtis Institute and the Music Academy of the West. He would go on to win the Lauritz Melchior Heldentenor Foundation Award and made his Met Opera debut {…}

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Obituary: English Tenor John Mitchinson Dies, Aged 89

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On December 17, 2021, English tenor John Mitchinson passed away at the age of 89. Born in Blackrod, Lancashire, Mitchinson studied at the Royal Manchester College of Music. He made his professional debut as Jupiter in Händel’s “Semele” at Sadler’s Wells Theatre. From 1972 to 1978, he sang with the Sadler’s Wells opera company, before joining the Welsh National Opera. {…}

Reviews, Stage Reviews

San Francisco Opera Chorus 2021-22 Review: Farewell Concert for Ian Robertson

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It was an intimate setting for a chorus, the Taube Atrium Theater in San Francisco. Rows of benches slanted on either side of the polished grand piano that stood like wings. Thirty-five chorus members all dressed in black, took their places in a formal procession. Ian Robertson, San Francisco Chorus Master, and Fabrizio Corona, Associate Chorus Master, followed. While immediate {…}

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Opéra National de Paris to Present ‘Concert des artists de l’Académie’

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The Opéra National de Paris will present “Concert des artists de l’Académie” at the Palais Garnier on Jan. 20, 2022. The program will be dedicated to the operas of Mozart. Kicking off the program will be Kiup Lee, Alexander Ivanov, Niall Anderson in a trio from “Così fan tutte” followed by Fernando Escalona taking on music from Mitridate. Marine Chagnon {…}

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The Dallas Opera Announces 2 Major Cast Changes for ‘Flight’

Irina Lungu, Sherezade Panthaki & Benjamin Appl Lead New CD/DVD Releases

Criticism on Fridays: Hans Neuenfels & The Death That Comes On Its Own

Q & A: Elsa Dreisig on Her New Album ‘Mozart X 3’ & Playing Different Roles

Sasha Cooke, Elsa Dreisig & Sidney Outlaw Lead New CD/DVD Releases

Obituary: Heldentenor William Cochran Passes at 78

Obituary: English Tenor John Mitchinson Dies, Aged 89

San Francisco Opera Chorus 2021-22 Review: Farewell Concert for Ian Robertson

Opéra National de Paris to Present ‘Concert des artists de l’Académie’