Anita Rachvelishvili, Sonya Yoncheva, Ermonela Jaho, Dimitri Platanias & Brian Jagde Lead Greek National Opera’s 2026-27 Season

The Greek National Opera has announced its 2026-27 season. Dimitra Galani, Savina Yannatou, and Yannis Palamidas lead the music theatre tribute “Even If You Go Away…: Tribute to Marianina Kriezi”, conceived and curated by Galani with supervising direction by Katerina Petsatodi. The GNO Children’s Chorus participates. Performance Dates: Oct. 1 – 7, 2026 The GNO travels to Carnegie Hall for {…}

May 24, 2026

Angelica Antonini, Núria Rial, Andrzej Filończyk, Mark Padmore Star in National Forum of Music’s 2026-27 Season

The National Forum of Music announces its 2026-27 season. This article feature classical voice works only. Mark Padmore performs Bach’s “Ich habe genug” at the Krzyżowa-Music festival. Performance Date: Aug. 30, 2026 Thomas Guggeis conducts a concert version of Saint-Saëns’ “Samson et Dalila” starring Brian Jagde and Anita Rachvelishvili in the title roles. They are joined by Kostas Smoriginas, Peter {…}

Apr 22, 2026

Luciano Ganci, Ilaria Alida Quilico & Anita Rachvelishvili Lead International Music Festival of Timișoara’s Opening Night

The International Music Festival of Timișoara is set to open its 50th edition with a production of Verdi’s “Aida.” The festival, which runs from April 26 to May 31, 2026, will showcase the famed Verdi opera with a star cast led by tenor Luciano Ganci as Radamès, soprano Ilaria Alida Quilico as Aida and mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili in her signature {…}

Mar 20, 2026

Wratislavia Cantans Unveils 2026 Program

The Wratislavia Cantans announces its 2026 season. This article only features vocal events. Camille Saint-Saëns’ “Samson et Dalila” stars Brian Jagde, Anita Rachvelishvili, and Kostas Smoriginas. They are joined by the NFM Choir led by Lionel Sow and the NFM Wrocław Philharmonic. Thomas Guggeis conducts. Performance Date: September 3, 2026 Angelica Antonini performs with Il Giardino Armonico under the baton of {…}

Feb 27, 2026

Anita Rachvelishvili & Maria Kostraki to Headline Greek National Opera’s Carnegie Hall Debut

The Greek National Opera (GNO) will bring its orchestra to the United States for the first time this fall, performing at Carnegie Hall on Oct. 15 in a program honoring the legacy of writer Nikos Kazantzakis. Titled “Nikos Kazantzakis: An Odyssey in Music,” the concert features mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili and soprano Maria Kostraki under the baton of conductor Vassilis Christopoulos, {…}

Feb 19, 2026

Anna Netrebko, Judit Kutasi, Anita Rachvelishvili, Rolando Villazón, Thomas Hampson, Diana Damrau, Corinne Winters, Lawrence Brownlee Headline Hungarian State Opera’s 2026-27 Season

The Hungarian State Opera has announced its 143rd season, featuring 10 new productions, 500 performances across its two venues, and a landmark Kodály centenary celebration. Here is a look at the operatic offerings. New Productions The season opens with a world premiere of “Kodály Háry Jancsika,” a new children’s version of the beloved singspiel performed by the OPERA Children’s Chorus, {…}

Dec 8, 2025

Rai 5 to Broadcast Teatro San Carlo’s ‘Medea’ with Sondra Radvanovsky

(Credit: Ph. Luciano Romano) On Dec. 11, Rai 5 will broadcast the Teatro San Carlo‘s new production of Cherubini’s “Medea.” The production marks the first time the Napoli, Italy theater performs the work. The opera is be conducted by Riccardo Frizza and stars Sondra Radvanovsky in her acclaimed interpretation which she has performed the Metropolitan Opera and Lyric Opera of {…}

Dec 2, 2025

Sondra Radvanovsky Leads Teatro San Carlo’s First ‘Medea’ Production

(Ph. Luciano Romano) On Dec. 6, the Teatro San Carlo will open its 2025-26 season with a new production of Cherubini’s “Medea” The production will mark the first time the Napoli, Italy theater performs the work. The opera will be conducted by Riccardo Frizza and will star Sondra Radvanovsky in her acclaimed interpretation. She will be joined by Francesco Demuro, {…}

Sep 21, 2025

Anita Rachvelishvili Joins InArt Management

Anita Rachvelishvili has joined InArt Management. The mezzo-soprano is one of the leading artists of our day and is well known for her interpretation of “Carmen,” which she has performed all over the world. Her repertoire includes the music of Verdi, Mascagni, Saint-Saëns, Mussorgsky, Cilea, and Ponchielli. She has also performed at many of the leading theaters including the Teatro {…}

Jul 21, 2025

Anna Netrebko’s Berlin Concert Postponed Due to Bad Weather

Anna Netrebko’s July 21 Berlin performance has been postponed to July 22, 2025 due to bad weather. The soprano’s management released a statement noting, “Tonight’s concert at the Classic Open Air at Gendarmenmark in Berlin is unfortunately postponed due to severe weather conditions. We are happy to report that it will take place tomorrow evening: same artists, same place, same {…}

Jun 26, 2025

Aleksandra Kurzak, Anita Rachvelishvili, Anna Pirozzi, Roberto Algana, Cellia Costea & Marina Viotti Lead Greek National Opera’s 2025-26 Season

The Greek National Opera has announced its 2025-26 season. Fabrizio Ventura conducts Ponchielli’s “La Gioconda” with Oliver Mears directing. Anna Pirozzi stars alongside Alisa Kolosova, Tassos Apostolou, Anita Rachvelishvili, Arsen Soghomonyan, Francesco Pio Galasso, and Dimitri Platanias. Performance Dates: Oct. 19-Nov. 7, 2025 Aleksandra Kurzak and Cellia Costea star in Puccini’s “Tosca” alongside Marcelo Puente, Roberto Alagna, Dimitri Platanias, and Tassis {…}