Paulo Szot Takes on Major Historical Figure at Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival

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Famed baritone Paulo Szot will be performing at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival this summer in “Evita.” Szot will take on the role of Juan Perón opposite Broadway star Dee Roscioli, who will take on the title role. Szot has built a solid career for himself over the years. Born in Brazil, Szot really made a name for himself when he starred {…}

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Meet Your 2017 Met National Council Audition Finalists

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The Nine finalists for the Met National Council Auditions have been announced. Below we take a look at some fun facts for each of these talented singers, of which a handful will enter into history as winners of this historic competition. Samantha Hankey – Mezzo-Soprano (Marshfield, Massachusetts) Hankey’s major accomplishments include a 2016 Sara Tucker Study Grant. She is currently pursuing {…}

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Artist Of The Week: John Holiday Is A Countertenor On The Rise

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John Holiday is one of the most promising countertenors of his generation. Holiday’s star is rising and this week he will once again have a chance to prove it at the Bruce R. Foote Foundation Concert. The tenor, who is a recipient of the Bruce R. Foote award, will perform a concert that will show his talent in distinct repertoire, which {…}

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On This Day: Joseph Calleja Celebrates His 20th Anniversary On Stage

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Joseph Calleja is one of today’s leading tenors in the opera world as his voice is recognized for having a Golden Age timbre. On Jan. 22 Calleja is not only celebrating his 39th birthday, but he is also celebrating 20 years since his professional debut. As a result, OperaWire takes a look at 20 facts about Joseph Calleja. The tenor {…}

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Paulo Szot Takes on Major Historical Figure at Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival

Meet Your 2017 Met National Council Audition Finalists

Artist Of The Week: John Holiday Is A Countertenor On The Rise

On This Day: Joseph Calleja Celebrates His 20th Anniversary On Stage