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Théatre du Capitole Toulouse Announces Cast Change for ‘Carmen’

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The Théatre du Capitole Toulouse has announced a cast change for its performance on Jan. 29. The company noted that Michael Fabiano will sing the role of Don Jose joining a cast that includes Eva Zaïcik in the title role, Pierre-Yves Pruvot as Escamillo, and Anaïs Constans as Micaëla. The cast is rounded out by Julien Véronèse, Victor Sicard, Marie-Bénédicte Souquet, {…}

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Theater an der Wien Announces Conductor Change for ‘Tosca’

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The Theater an der Wien has announced a conductor change for its upcoming production of “Tosca.” The company noted that Ingo Metzmacher is ill and, as a result, Marc Albrecht will replace him on the podium. Albrecht, who has won several international awards, is best-known for his interpretations of Wagner, Strauss, Zemlinsky, Schreker, and Korngold. He recently won the “Conductor {…}

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Wiener Staatsoper Two Cast Changes for New ‘Il Barbiere di Siviglia’ Production

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The Wiener Staatsoper has announced two cast changes for its new production of Rossini’s “Il Barbiere di Siviglia.” In a statement, the company said, that due to illness, two of the originally scheduled performers had to cancel. As a result, Russian mezzo-soprano Vasilisa Berzhanskaya will replace Marianne Crebassa in the role of Rosina, making her house role debut. Étienne Dupuis {…}

Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Q & A: Joseph Calleja on ‘Tosca,’ Mario Lanza & the Future of Opera

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Maltese tenor Joseph Calleja is considered one of the great voices of his generation. Sometimes noted as the “Golden Voice,” he has gone on to perform diverse repertoire around the world, while recording five solo recital albums, and appearing several HD performances. Over the past years, he has started to move in the dramatic repertoire and is currently making his {…}

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Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía Announces Cast Change for ‘Falstaff’

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(Credit: © Davide Cerati) Conductor Daniele Rustioni will take over the musical direction of Verdi’s “Falstaff” at Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía in Valencia replacing conductor James Gaffigan. In a statement, the Spanish company noted that Gaffigan was unable to conduct the run due to scheduling issues. The opera was originally scheduled for January 2021 but was postponed due {…}

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Teatro De La Maestranza Announces Changes To 2020-21 Season

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(Credit: Fundación Juan March) The Teatro de la Maestranza has announced changes for its upcoming performances. Per an official statement on the company’s website, the opera house was forced to adjust its schedule due to the temporary and exceptional measures decreed by the Government of the Junta de Andalucía for the containment of the novel coronavirus. First up is the {…}

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Festival Verdi Announces Cast Change for ‘Ernani’

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The Festival Verdi has announced a cast change for its upcoming “Ernani.” The festival announced that Vladimir Stoyanov will take over the role of Don Carlo replacing Amartuvshin Enkhbat, who is in Mongolia and unable to perform due to the quarantine imposed as a result of continued concerns over COVID-19. Stoyanov is a well-known baritone who has performed at the {…}

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Hungarian State Opera 2018 Tour Review: Mario and the Magician & Bluebeard’s Castle

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As the Hungarian State Opera continues its New York tour at Lincoln Center, the second night saw a double feature of performances from Hungarian composers: “Mario and the Magician” by Janos Vajda, and “Bluebeard’s Castle” by  Bela Bartok. What followed was an enthralling showcase of the talents of the company, wherein the artists powerfully brought to life the methods, and {…}