In Less Than Five Minutes, Get to Know – Mezzosoprano Arlene Belli

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During the Covid pandemic in 2020, OperaWire interviewed mezzo-soprano Arlene Belli. Two years on, and she finds herself at the Wexford Festival Opera performing the role of Lady Louise Wolseley in “The Master” by Alberto Caruso, based on Colm Tóibín’s novel about the author Henry James. OperaWire: What was the first opera you saw? Arlene Belli: “Aida” in the Verona {…}

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Finnish National Opera Proposes New Artistic Director

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The Board of the Finnish National Opera and Ballet Foundation has announced it is recommending Thomas de Mallet Burgess as the next Artistic Director for the company. “As an Artistic Director, Thomas brings a combination of experience and creativity that would boldly develop the future of opera at the Finnish National Opera,” said General Director Gita Kadambi. English opera director {…}

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Q & A: Deirdre Masterson Talks About Her Career As Opera Singer, Teacher, Recording Artist, Voice Therapist & New CD

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(Photo: House of Photography – Mark Ivory) There can be few singers with such a diverse and impressive CV as that of the Irish soprano Deirdre Masterson. Having made her stage debut at the age of 12 in the role of the Spirit in Purcell’s “Dido and Aeneas” and followed the usual training programs, she seemed destined for a successful {…}

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Boston Lyric Opera Announces New General Director

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The Boston Lyric Opera Board of Directors, led by Michael J. Puzo has announced a new General Director. The company announced that Bradley Vernatter will become the Stanford Calderwood General Director and CEO. The appointment follows Vernatter’s term as Acting General and Artistic Director. A In a statement, Puzo said, “There is clear enthusiasm on the board for Brad’s leadership {…}

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Q & A: Soprano Kelli-Ann Masterson On Making An Opera Career In Ireland

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(Photo: Patrick Browne) Opera in Ireland has recently been going through a boom time. Whereas only a few years ago, Irish singers were being forced to look abroad to establish a career, owing to the lack of opportunities at home, now, with the emergence of Opera Collective Ireland, the Blackwater Valley Opera Festival, and, most significantly, Irish National Opera, along {…}

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Ileana Cotrubas, Juan Diego Flórez, Nicole Cabell & Rafael Rojas Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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This week audiences are in for a number of world premiere recordings, archival performances, and leading stars. Here is a look at what audiences can expect. Mỹ Lai The Kronos Quartet releases the world premiere recording of “Mỹ Lai,” the acclaimed opera composed by Jonathan Berger with libretto by Harriet Scott Chessman, on Smithsonian Folkways Recordings. “Mỹ Lai” features vocalist {…}

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Obituary: Mezzo-soprano Rose-Ellen Nichols Dies at 41

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Mezzo-soprano Rose-Ellen Nichols died at the age of 41 of cancer. The Coast Salish mezzo-soprano received her Master’s in opera from the University of British Columbia. While at the university she sang productions of “Die Zauberflöte,” “Le Nozze Di Figaro,” and “Die Fledermaus.” Following her graduation, she went on to perform in Canada and Europe, including at City Opera Vancouver, {…}

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Obituary: Australian Baritone Malcolm Donnelly Dies at 78

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On Oct. 10, Australian baritone Malcolm Douglas Donnelly died at the age of 78. Born in Sydney on Feb. 8, 1943, Donnelly studied voice with Marianne Mathy at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and with Vida Harford in London. He began his career with the Elizabethan Trust Opera and made his debut with the Australian Opera in 1966, working with {…}

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Artist of the Week: Luciano Ganci

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The Wexford Festival Opera is an internationally recognized event that programs unusual and rare works. It also prides itself in supporting rising stars and giving them opportunities to explore a diverse repertoire. This season the company will present Catalani’s “Edmea” for its inaugural production, starring Luciano Ganci, one of Italy’s leading tenors. Ganci will make his role debut as Oberto {…}

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In Less Than Five Minutes, Get to Know – Mezzosoprano Arlene Belli

Finnish National Opera Proposes New Artistic Director

Q & A: Deirdre Masterson Talks About Her Career As Opera Singer, Teacher, Recording Artist, Voice Therapist & New CD

Boston Lyric Opera Announces New General Director

Q & A: Soprano Kelli-Ann Masterson On Making An Opera Career In Ireland

Ileana Cotrubas, Juan Diego Flórez, Nicole Cabell & Rafael Rojas Lead New CD/DVD Releases

Obituary: Mezzo-soprano Rose-Ellen Nichols Dies at 41

Obituary: Australian Baritone Malcolm Donnelly Dies at 78

Artist of the Week: Luciano Ganci