David Daniels & Husband Scott Walters Accused Of Rape

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Baritone Samuel Schultz has accused David Daniels and husband Scott Walters of rape, though the couple has denied allegations. In a report by the New York Daily News, the baritone claims that the countertenor and his then-boyfriend drugged and raped him in a hotel room. According to the report, after meeting “Daniels and Walters at a closing night party on {…}

Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Interview: Soprano Meghan Picerno’s Balancing Act

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Throughout history, many opera stars have managed to make the crossover to Broadway and musical theatre, enjoying successful careers in both. Most recently, Renée Fleming earned raves for her work in “Carousel” on Broadway. Paolo Szot is another in recent years who has also managed a successful development in both arenas as well. Coloratura soprano Meghan Picerno is another taking {…}

Opera Wiki

Artist Profile: Peter Hofmann, Heldentenor Turned Popstar

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Tenor Peter Hofmann was a rock star. Literally. The tenor, born on August 22, 1944, in Marienbad, German Sudetenland, actually started his musical career as the singer in a rock band. It would prove to be prophetic. He would go on to serve in the West German Armed Forces for seven years. Once he was honorably discharged, he went on {…}

Opera Wiki

Composer Profile: Claude Debussy, The Face of French Impressionism

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Claude Debussy, born on August 22, 1862, is one of France’s greatest composer. For many, he is the face of the impressionist movement, even though he himself rejected the term. Debussy was not born into wealth or music, but he had the gift as early as the age of 10, entering the Conservatoire de Paris. He studied music there before {…}

Reviews, Stage Reviews

Salzburg Festival 2018 Review: The Bassarids

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Hans Werner Henze’s opera “The Bassarids” received its first performance at the Salzburg Festival on August 6, 1966. At the premiere, Christoph von Dohnanyi conducted the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. English-American poet W.H. Auden and his partner Chester Kallman wrote the libretto based on Euripides’ “Bacchae,” one of the last tragedies of the great Greek dramatist. Within weeks, the opera was {…}

Interviews, Special Features

Interview: Nadine Sierra Shines at Showcase for Upcoming Album

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On August 24, 2018, soprano Nadine Sierra’s upcoming debut album “There’s a Place for Us,” will be released through Deutsche Grammophon and Universal Music Group, via their Decca Gold record label. More than just her debut album, the recording carries deep meaning for Nadine Sierra, as she uses her artistry to convey a message of love and inclusion for people {…}

Reviews, Stage Reviews

Dell’Arte Opera Ensemble Festival 2018 Review: La Cifra

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Mention the name Antonio Salieri and one can’t help but to imagine the rivalry with Mozart portrayed in the film “Amadeus,” creating an image of a composer less-favored or even cast aside. While Salieri did enjoy a successful career during his lifetime, even directing the operas of the Habsburg court, his works have unfortunately not lasted well to the present {…}

Artist of the Week, News

Artist Of The Week: Aida Garifullina

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Aida Garifullina is perhaps one of the biggest opera singers in the world today. Since her win at the Operalia competition in 2013, her star has risen quickly and she has been able to perform at some of the highest profile events in the world. This year alone she appeared at the World Cup opera gala, the opening and closing {…}

Behind the Scenes, Interviews

Interview: Berkshire Opera Festival Directors On Forthcoming ‘Rigoletto’

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Over the past few years, the Berkshire Opera Festival has seen tremendous expansion at the hands of Artistic Director Brian Garman and General Director Jonathon Loy. “The festival has grown in several different ways even though we continue to produce one MainStage show,” Loy told OperaWire in a recent interview. “The growth is both internal and in the community. I {…}

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