International Vocal Competition Launches ‘Theatre in Song’ Segment This September

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International Vocal Competition ‘s-Hertogenbosch (IVC) will feature “Theatre in Song,” a new competition that focuses on Lied and art song. The idea for this new segment of the competition was created by IVC General and Artistic Director Andrew Watts, and it will take place on Sept. 26-28, 2025. Over those two days, 11 finalist duos will curate 45-minute programs. The {…}

Artist of the Week, Special Features

Artist of the Week: Victoria Karkacheva

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On July 18, the Bayerische Staatsoper will open a new production of Fauré’s rarely performed work “Penelope.” Based on the famed Homer epic poem, The “Odyssey,” the work, will receive a new production by Andrea Berth and will star the rising mezzo-soprano Victoria Karkacheva. The Russian will not only make her role debut in the title role, but she will {…}

Reviews, Stage Reviews

Metropolitan Opera 2024-25 Review: Il Barbiere di Siviglia

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(Credit: Jonathan Tichler / Met Opera) For the second time this season, the Metropolitan Opera is reviving “Il Barbiere di Siviglia.” Unlike the first cast, which was showcasing several established Met Opera veterans, this second cast featured rising stars. In many ways, this second revival exemplified the Met’s future and artists who will most likely become established faces on the {…}

Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Q & A: Ștefan Pop on ‘Faust’ & How a Singer’s Repertoire Determines Their Career

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(Photo: c. StefanPop.com) Romanian tenor Ștefan Pop is considered among today’s leading lyric tenors and he is best known for bel canto repertoire. He is the recipient of several awards including, in 2010, Plácido Domingo’s Operalia competition and the Seoul International Music Competition. Born in Bistrita, and having a strong musical background after studying the violin for twelve years, he {…}

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Nicholas Brownlee Wins Richard Tucker Award

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The Richard Tucker Music Foundation has announced that Nicholas Brownlee is the winner of the 2025 Richard Tucker Award. The award comes with a $50,000 cash prize as well as the ongoing support of the Tucker family and foundation. It also comes with the hope that the award will be a well-timed catalyst to elevate Brownlee’s career to even greater {…}

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Bayerische Staatsoper Announces Cast Change for 2025-26 Revival of ‘La Boheme’

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The Bayerische Staatsoper has announced a cast change for its 2025-26 season revival of “La Bohème.” The company said that Juliana Grigoryan will take over the role of Musetta, replacing the originally announced Aida Garifullina. Grigoryan is the winner of the International Stanislaw Moniuszko Vocal Competition Grand Prize and the Operalia Competition and has performed with numerous major companies, including {…}

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Rosa Feola Headlines Accademia Filarmonica Romana Recital

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The Accademia Filarmonica Romana is set to present Rosa Feola on April 10, 2025. The soprano will perform at the Teatro Argentina alongside pianist Fabio Centanni. She will sing vocal music from the 18th century by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, Liszt, and Ponchielli. Feola is one of today’s most acclaimed sopranos who studied with Renata Scotto and made her debut in {…}

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Adela Zaharia Joins InArt Management for General Management

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Adela Zaharia has joined InArt Management for General Management. In a statement via social media, the soprano said, “Delighted to announce my signing with InArt Management for general management! Very honoured to be joining a stunning roster of artists and excited for what the future has in store! I also cannot miss the opportunity to thank Arsis/Lewin Management for their {…}

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The Opera Buffs to Present Anthony León in Recital & Masterclass

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Tenor Anthony León will present a recital and masterclass with The Opera Buffs on March 13, 2025 at Northridge United Methodist Church in Los Angeles, CA. The recital kicks off at 7 p.m. and is scheduled to have a duration of 40 minutes. From there, the masterclass will proceed until 10 p.m. local time. León is a winner of a {…}

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International Vocal Competition Launches ‘Theatre in Song’ Segment This September

Artist of the Week: Victoria Karkacheva

Metropolitan Opera 2024-25 Review: Il Barbiere di Siviglia

Q & A: Ștefan Pop on ‘Faust’ & How a Singer’s Repertoire Determines Their Career

Nicholas Brownlee Wins Richard Tucker Award

Bayerische Staatsoper Announces Cast Change for 2025-26 Revival of ‘La Boheme’

Rosa Feola Headlines Accademia Filarmonica Romana Recital

Adela Zaharia Joins InArt Management for General Management

The Opera Buffs to Present Anthony León in Recital & Masterclass