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Everything You Need to Know About Pittsburgh Opera’s 2017-18 Season

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Pittsburgh Opera’s 2017-18 season is set to keep opera modern with three new works making their way onto the schedule. The season will kick off with “Tosca” starring soprano Leah Crocetto alongside Mark Delavan. That run will start on Oct. 7 and end on the15th. On Nov. 4, “Le Nozze di Figaro” bows with Joélle Harvey, Danielle Pastin and Corrie {…}

Fashion Week, Special Features

Fashion Week 2017: A Unique “Traviata” Designed By Valentino Haute Couture in Valencia

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This article was done in collaboration with OperaFashion, a blog dedicated to fashion and the opera world.  On Feb. 9 at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofìa in Valencia, “La Traviata,” Giuseppe Verdi’s beloved opera, premiered in a new production from the Teatro dell’Opera in Roma and the Foundation of Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti. The production included costumes designed by the Maison Valentino. Maria {…}

On This Day, Special Features

On This Day: The Kings of High Cs in Donizetti’s ‘La Fille du Regiment’

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February 11, 1840. Donizetti was premiering his latest work, a French comedy known as “La Fille du Regiment.” Among his works, it was a true rarity in its approach to style. He had a lot banking on this work, looking to fully establish his reputation in the cultural capital of the world. But it was a disaster. One of the {…}

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Weekend Preview (2/10-12) – USA: Verdi, Bellini & Bizet Dominate in NYC, Houston & Chicago

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This weekend, US audiences will get a chance to see a few major stars appear on two of the world’s biggest stages. To kick things off is the opening of “I Puritani” at the Metropolitan Opera featuring Javier Camarena and Diana Damrau. The performance kicks off at 7:30 p.m. EST. Keep an eye out for a review from OperaWire at {…}

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Social Media Beat (Week 2/6-2/10): Which Artists Showed Off Their New Albums?

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Another busy week for the world’s leading opera singers, but that has not stopped them from connecting with fans via social media. Nadine Sierra made everyone realize how much work went into getting her hair ready for a performance of “The Magic Flute.” Sending a big thank you to @_fab_official for coming backstage at @operadeparis for this awesome interview. I’ve {…}

Behind the Scenes, Interviews

The Art Of Operatic Photography – How Dario Acosta Captures Opera’s Greatest Stars on Camera

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How do you create an image that captures the essence of a person? That is the constant question that photographer Dario Acosta always questions when he is shooting a singer in his New York studio. “Ideally I don’t want to be a part of that world. I want you to look at the photo and not think I was there. {…}

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Fun Facts About Jamie Barton & ‘All Who Wander’ From Gerda Lissner Foundation Event in NYC

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All who wandered into the Kosciusko Foundation on Wednesday, Feb. 8 were greeted with an intimate celebration of mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton’s debut album “All Who Wander.” The event, which was hosted by the Gerda Lissner Foundation featured a performance in addition to a Q&A hosted by Ken Benson. Barton performed a total of seven selections from the album alongside pianist {…}