Matthias Schulz Appointed New Intendant of Opernhaus Zürich

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(Credit: Martin U. K. Lengemann) The Opernhaus Zürich has announced the appointment of Matthias Schulz as its new intendant, effective during the 2025-26 season. Schulz will succeed Andreas Homoki in his new position and will begin working with the company on August 1, 2024 to ensure a smooth transition. “By opting for Matthias Schulz, we have been able to win {…}

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Lyric Opera of Chicago Updates ‘Macbeth’ Cast

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The Lyric Opera of Chicago has updated the cast of Verdi’s “Macbeth.” Roma Burdenko will make his Chicago debut in the title role replacing Luca Salsi, who was originally announced. Burdenko is renowned at the Mariinsky Theatre, where he has starred in productions of “Il trovatore,” “La traviata,” “Un ballo in Maschera,” and “Simon Boccanegra.” He also performs regularly at {…}

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Opernhaus Zürich 2020-21 Review: Lucia di Lammermoor

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As the COVID crisis ‘winds down’ due to the vaccine rollout and the health measures taken this past year, opera houses around the world are finally opening their doors to once again present live opera. Every theater is different and has to therefore find different solutions to address the health measures. Social distancing in the audience is a must, though {…}

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Opera Quiz: How Well Do You Know Tenor Yonghoon Lee’s Career?

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Over the last few years, few tenors have made their mark quite the way Korean Yonghoon Lee has. The tenor has built up an enviable career that has seen him perform all over the world at the major companies including the Metropolitan Opera, Royal Opera House, Opéra National de Paris, Opernhaus Zürich, Vienna State Opera, San Francisco Opera, and many, {…}

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Jonas Kaufmann, Renée Fleming, Juan Diego Flórez Headline Sarasota Opera’s 2021 Summer Movie Series

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Sarasota Opera has announced the initial lineup for its 2021 summer movie series, which brings filmed performances of opera, orchestral, and musical theatre productions worldwide to the Sarasota Opera House. First among the opera selections will be Strauss’ “Der Rosenkavalier,” on June 6. This production was staged at the Festspielhaus in Baden-Baden, Germany. Director Herbert Wernicke and conductor Christian Thielemann {…}

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The Wonderful World of Opera Dogs: Richard Wagner & His Beloved Canines

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(Photo Credits: JosefLehmkuhl / Wikimedia Commons) OperaWire is proud to present “The Wonderful World of Opera Dogs,” a series by Diana Burgwyn, which will focus on the relationship between opera’s most iconic stars and their beloved canines. The creation of this series and all research necessary for each individual piece were conducted solely by Diana. To learn more about the {…}

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Opernhaus Zürich Announces Cast Change for ‘Lucia di Lammermoor’

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(Credit: Johannes Ifkovits) Opernhaus Zürich has announced a cast change to its upcoming production of Donizetti’s “Lucia di Lammermoor.” The company announced that Irina Lungu will sing the title role, replacing Lisette Oropesa, who was originally scheduled to perform. Lungu will star alongside Piotr Beczala, Massimo Cavalletti, and Oleg Tsibulko. Speranza Scapucci is set to conduct the production which will {…}

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Opernhaus Zurich Names New Opera Director

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Opernhaus Zürich has named a new Opera Director. The company named Annette Weber as its new director of opera and will replace Michael Fichtenholtz, who is under investigation for abuse and harassment. Weber is currently the casting director of Staatsoper Hamburg and will begin her new position in Zurich in September. Weber has worked as a director at the Badisch {…}

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Opernhaus Zürich Extends Closure Until May

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(Credit: Opernhaus Zürich official website) The Opernhaus Zürich has announced that it will cancel all the regular performances until at least May 1, 2021 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic concerns and anticipated restrictions in the cultural sector. Among the canceled productions are Richard Strauss‘ operatic masterwork “Capriccio,” concert performances of Rossini’s opera “La donna del Lago,” as well as {…}

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Matthias Schulz Appointed New Intendant of Opernhaus Zürich

Lyric Opera of Chicago Updates ‘Macbeth’ Cast

Opernhaus Zürich 2020-21 Review: Lucia di Lammermoor

Opera Quiz: How Well Do You Know Tenor Yonghoon Lee’s Career?

Jonas Kaufmann, Renée Fleming, Juan Diego Flórez Headline Sarasota Opera’s 2021 Summer Movie Series

The Wonderful World of Opera Dogs: Richard Wagner & His Beloved Canines

Opernhaus Zürich Announces Cast Change for ‘Lucia di Lammermoor’

Opernhaus Zurich Names New Opera Director

Opernhaus Zürich Extends Closure Until May