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Juan Diego Flórez, Lawrence Brownlee, Lisette Oropesa, Martina Arroyo, J’Nai Bridges Headline Top 10 Operas to Stream This Week

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With opera companies returning in full force digitally, this week’s selections will highlight a mix of repertory staples with some unique and experimental new works. Before we kick off our list, don’t forget to check out important discussions taking place regarding issues of race and equality in opera with such programs as Karen Slack’s “KikiKonversations,” Kenneth Overton’s “Black Opera Live,” and Mark {…}

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New York Opera Fest Unveils Virtual 2020 Lineup

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The New York Opera Alliance, with support from OPERA America, has announced its 2020 New York Virtual Opera Fest, in accordance with social distancing regulations set by the state government. The lineup is set to feature new works, recorded performances, interviews, discussions and more, in bringing the opera community together in a time of great unrest. In its commitment to {…}

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Jonas Kaufmann, Joyce DiDonato, Russell Thomas Headline Top 10 Operas to Stream This Week

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The good news? Some countries are starting to slowly opening up their doors as they transition out of the lockdown. But that’s not to say that everyone is rushing outside (nor should they). This means that there’s still a lot of time to stay indoors and a lot of opera to fill in those hours. As with the last few {…}

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New York Opera Alliance Announces Virtual Opera Fest Events

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The New York Opera Alliance has announced that it will refocus its 2020 festival into the 2020 New York Virtual Opera Fest in light of the spread of COVID-19. The organization will curate and shine a light on the many projects being untaken by participating organizations throughout the coming months, including over 40 such showcases throughout the month of April. {…}

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8 World Premieres Headline New York Opera Fest 2020 Lineup

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The New York Opera Fest has announced its fifth annual showcase, which will feature over 60 performances across New York City’s five boroughs. With such a diverse number of productions, this article will divide up the section to cater to differing operatic tastes. It all kicks off with the traditional NYOA Service Awards, which will honor a special contributor to {…}

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Sondra Radvanovsky & Holiday Classics Highlight Top 5 Operas To See This Weekend

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Those who checked out our weekend recommendations from last weekend won’t be surprised with some of the choices that will show up on today’s list. But there are two other rare and unique opera experiences to be had. Here are our top five operas to see this weekend. Der Freischutz – Heartbeat Opera, New York Hearbeat Opera is undeniably one {…}

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Opera Buffs Opens Season With Concert Featuring Brooke Lohman & Derrell Acon

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The Opera Buffs will be showcasing a performance that features soprano Brooke Iva Lohman and bass-baritone Derrell Acon. The presentation is set for Oct. 20, 2019 at the home of Janet and Nick Ciriello in Hancock Park, Los Angeles.  Lohman is a Southern California based soprano who has performed with such organizations as the Riverside Lyric Opera and Operazzi. With {…}

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City Lyric Opera 2018-19 Review: La Tragédie de Carmen

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Much can and will continue to be said, about the standard repertoire’s misogynistic themes in the era of #MeToo. The male gaze dominates the canon, and City Lyric’s revival of Peter Brook’s 80-minute chamber opera “La Tragédie de Carmen”—an adaptation of Bizet’s grand opera—explores the tragedy surrounding the four principal characters, particularly that of Carmen. The production was produced, conducted, {…}

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‘La Susanna’ & The Top 5 Operas To See This Weekend in North America (4/19-21)

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With the Easter weekend upon us, many opera companies have taken a break from performances. This week’s installment, as a result, will be a bit more limited. Don Giovanni – Houston Grand Opera Mozart’s masterpiece opens on Saturday at the Houston Grand Opera with an impressive cast that includes Ryan McKinny, Paolo Bordogna, Ailyn Pérez, Melody Moore, Ben Bliss, Dorothy {…}