The Atlanta Opera Makes Major Cast Change to ‘Porgy & Bess’

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There has been a major cast change for The Atlanta Opera’s production of “Porgy and Bess,” which opens on Saturday. Per an update to the official website made on March 4, 2020, Talise Trevigne will be taking on the title role of Bess for all performances. She replaces Kristen Lewis, who was originally scheduled. Trevigne has appeared in a number {…}

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Seattle Opera 2019-20 Review: Eugene Onegin

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(Photo Credit: Sunny Martini / Seattle Opera) Seattle Opera’s production of Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin” has travelled around, being co-owned by regional opera companies in Kansas City, Honolulu, Detroit, Atlanta, and Seattle, with costumes rented from Santa Fe Opera. And while it was musically and emotionally rewarded, the mounting on January 11 was visually staid. Roads Not Taken For Tchaikovsky’s opera {…}

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Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change For ‘The Magic Flute’

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The Metropolitan Opera has announced a cast change for its upcoming performances of “The Magic Flute” The company announced that Jeni Houser will sing the Queen of the Night in the Jan. 2 performance of Mozart work and Kathryn Lewek will sing the role Jan. 4. Both sopranos will replace So Young Park, who was originally scheduled. Houser will make {…}

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Pittsburgh Opera To Open With ‘Don Giovanni’

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(Credit: Cory Weaver) The Pittsburgh Opera is set to kick off its 81st season with a film noir take on Mozart’s “Don Giovanni.” The production, set to be conducted by Antony Walker, will be directed by Kristine McIntyre, which was first seen at the Lyric Opera of Kansas City. Inspired by the film noir, the production uses black and white costumes {…}

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Q & A: Eric Sean Fogel On Choreographing Opera & Working With Francesca Zambello

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Last year, Francesca Zambello went in depth about her work at the Glimmerglass Festival and her position at Washington National Opera, roles that require tremendous dedication on the iconic director’s part. Her busy slate makes it essential that she have a strong team surrounding her to provide strong support. Enter Eric Sean Fogel. He’s worked as choreographer on a number {…}

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Alek Shrader, Daniela Mack & Corinne Winters Headline Michigan Opera Theatre’s 2018-19 Season

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The Michigan Opera Theatre has announced its 2018-19 season, which will feature five productions and a number of special events. The season will also feature a number of international stars and innovative programming. Take a look! Productions Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin,” opens the season with Iurii Samoilov in the title role and Soprano Corinne Winters as Tatiana. MOT Principal Conductor Stephen Lord leads {…}

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International Women’s Day 2018: Opera News’ F. Paul Driscoll On Women Increasingly Gaining Power in Opera World

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The importance of women and their prominence in modern day society is one of the major topics at hand. Many industries and organizations are doing their utmost to get women the recognition they deserve, whether it be with better pay, better opportunities, or simply celebrating their achievements and accomplishments. Opera News, and especially Editor-in-Chief F. Paul Driscoll, has taken on the {…}

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Top 5 Operas of the Weekend – North America (3/2-4): ‘Faust,’ ‘Don Carlo’ & Other Repertory Favorites Dominate Weekend

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It’s a big weekend around the United States with two high-profile opera companies showcasing the debut of major productions. In this week’s picks, you will see a mix of major stars and big companies with up-and-comers at smaller organizations. Here are our top five picks in alphabetical order by company. Faust – Lyric Opera of Chicago Superstar soprano Ailyn Pérez {…}

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Jamie Barton & Zuzana Markova Headline Atlanta Opera’s 2018-19 Season

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The Atlanta Opera has announced its 2018-19 season, which the company is presenting as its most exciting season to date. “Our 2018-19 season is programmed for avid opera lovers and new audiences alike. This will be our most popular season ever starting with our celebration of Bernstein and his seminal ‘West Side Story,’ and closing with a triumphant presentation of {…}

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The Atlanta Opera Makes Major Cast Change to ‘Porgy & Bess’

Seattle Opera 2019-20 Review: Eugene Onegin

Metropolitan Opera Announces Cast Change For ‘The Magic Flute’

Pittsburgh Opera To Open With ‘Don Giovanni’

Q & A: Eric Sean Fogel On Choreographing Opera & Working With Francesca Zambello

Alek Shrader, Daniela Mack & Corinne Winters Headline Michigan Opera Theatre’s 2018-19 Season

International Women’s Day 2018: Opera News’ F. Paul Driscoll On Women Increasingly Gaining Power in Opera World

Top 5 Operas of the Weekend – North America (3/2-4): ‘Faust,’ ‘Don Carlo’ & Other Repertory Favorites Dominate Weekend

Jamie Barton & Zuzana Markova Headline Atlanta Opera’s 2018-19 Season