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Artist of the Week, Special Features

Artist of the Week: Janai Brugger

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(Credit: Marty Sohl) This week, Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer’s latest work “Intelligence” will make its world premiere at the Houston Grand Opera (HGO). Moreover, this production represents an extension of the long-standing relationship between Heggie and HGO, as the company has also showcased the first performances of “End of the Affair (2004),” “Three Decembers (2008),” “Pieces of 9/11 (2011),” {…}

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Johnathan McCullough & Christopher Allen Announces Formation of Fourth Wall Ensemble

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Executive Director Johnathan McCullough and Artistic and Creative Director Christopher Allen have announced the formation of “Fourth Wall Ensemble,” a 12-person vocal group “committed to the transformative power of storytelling through sound and movement.” Per an official press release, the group is founded on four core tenets: “A focus on creating an environment that fosters inclusivity; pay above the standard {…}

Behind the Scenes, Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Q & A: Patricia Racette on Her Journey as a Director & ‘Susannah’ at OTSL

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“Racette, almost continually on stage, commands our attention with seeming effortlessness.” “Racette was the shining center of it all…” “Racette’s impressive depiction of Susannah drew on the very qualities that have made so many of her performances here invaluable over the years…” These are just a few of the many reviews praising internationally renowned soprano Patricia Racette’s turn in the {…}

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Alabama Symphony Orchestra Renews Music Director Contract

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The Alabama Symphony Orchestra has renewed its Music Director’s contract. The orchestra said that Music Director Carlos Izcaray will extend his contract through the 26-27 Season. He began his tenure with the orchestra in 2015. Izcaray is described as “inspiring, spirited, and conducting with nuanced sensitivity.” He has appeared with numerous ensembles across five continents and is now firmly established {…}

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MasterVoices to Present ‘O How Good’

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MasterVoices is set to present “O How Good” on March 23, 2023. The showcase will feature Bloch’s “Sacred Service (Avodath Hakodesh),” Weill’s “Kiddush,” and the world premiere of Daniel Rein’s “And the Sun Goes Up.” Conductor Ted Sperling will lead the performance, which will be headlined by baritone Justin Austin, tenor Daniel Mutlu, organist David Strickland, and pianist Daniel Rein. {…}

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OTSL Announces New Class of Rising Arts Leaders with Clayco Future Leaders Fellowship

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Opera Theatre of Saint Louis has announced the third class of the Clayco Future Leaders Fellowship. The innovative and successful program will cultivate future leaders in arts administration who come from historically underrepresented backgrounds, particularly those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. The class, which will join OTSL beginning Sept. 30 includes Jhané Perdue (Artistic Fellow), Linda {…}

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Glimmerglass Festival Announces New Artistic & General Director

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The Glimmerglass Festival has announced the appointment of Robert Ainsley as the company’s next Artistic and General Director. Ainsley will succeed Francesca Zambello, who has served in the position since late 2010 and recently announced the 2022 summer season would be her last with the company. In a statement, Robert Nelson, Chair of the Glimmerglass Festival Board of Trustees said, {…}