Katharina Kammerloher is bidding farewell from the ensemble of the Berlin State Opera. The new was announced by the company via social media and said, “For over 30 years, she has graced our stage in numerous opera roles, concerts, and recitals; now Katharina Kammerloher is bidding farewell to the ensemble. In her farewell recital ‘Saisons d’amour’ on June 9, 2026, {…}
Mezzo-soprano Katharina Kammerloher will present a recital of French song on June 9, 2026 in the Apollo Hall of the Berlin State Opera. The mezzo will will be joined by violinist Martha Cohen and pianist Johann Blanchard in a program that centers on Cécile Chaminade‘s song cycle “Saisons d’amour.” Kammerloher has performed at the Berlin State Opera since 1993, appearing {…}
The Staatsoper Berlin has announced a cast change for its production of “Les Contes d’Hoffmann.” The company said that Sandra Laagus will sing the role of Giuletta. In a statement the soprano took to social media and said, “My heart is so full as I share I’ll be singing the role of Giulietta in Lydia Steier’s iconic production of Les {…}
(Credit: Matthias Baus) My first glimpse of Anna Netrebko was in a performance of Donizetti. She was beautiful, bright, and dynamic — singing while darting around the stage and even somersaulting onto a couch. Here was an opera singer who, in one moment, ended the notion that operatic divas are just singing pieces of furniture. At the Staatsoper Unter den {…}
Elīna Garanča has canceled her last performances of “Parsifal” at the Staatsoper Berlin. The mezzo-soprano took to social media and said, “Dear friends and followers, it is with great regret that I have had to withdraw from ‘Parsifal’ in Berlin due to an ongoing health issue, which is now culminated. I am deeply sorry for the inconvenience and disappointment this {…}
(Credit: Dario Acosta) The Staatsoper Berlin has announced a cast change for its performances of April 12 and 15 in Wagner’s “Parsifal.” The company said, “Elīna Garanča has had to cancel the first two performances of Wagner’s ‘Parsifal’ on 12 and 15 April due to illness – we wish her a speedy recovery and hope that she will sing the {…}
(Credit: Gerard Collet) The Staatsoper Berlin has announced a conductor change for its production of “Elektra.” The company said that Alexander Soddy will conduct performances on Jan. 26 and 29, 2025 replacing Simone Young, who was originally set to conduct the entire run. She continues scheduled for the last three performances on Feb. 7, 10, and 14, 2025. Soddy has {…}
The Berlin State Opera has announced a conductor change for its Nov. 25 & 26 performances. The company said, “Unfortunately, Daniel Barenboim had to cancel conducting the Abonnementkonzert tonight at the Staatsoper Unter den Linden and tomorrow night at the Philharmonie Berlin for health reasons. As General Music Director, he played a key role in shaping the Staatskapelle for more {…}
(Credit: Ludwig Olah/Semperoper Dresden) This week the Berlin State Opera is set to open its production of Strauss’ epic opera “Die Frau Ohne Schatten.” The work is rarely performed because of the immense cast and orchestra it requires so it is always a special work to hear it when it is presented. With this revival, the Berlin State Opera has {…}
(Credit: Facebook/Elsa Dreisig-Paris Opera) The Berlin State Opera has announced a cast change for its production of Gounod’s “Romeo et Juliette.” The company said that Elsa Dresig and Maria Kokareva will take over the role of Juliette replacing Aida Garifullina, who was originally announced. Driesig will sing the role on Nov. 10, 20, 21, and 24 while Kokareva will sing the {…}
The Berlin State Opera has announced that Irina Lungu will replace Valentina Nafornita in “La Bohème.” The news comes after Nafornita withdrew from performances following the birth of her child. Lungu will join a cast that includes Freddie De Tommaso as Rodolfo, George Petean as Marcello, Victoria Randem as Musetta, Gyula Orendt as Schaunard, and Grigory Shkarupa as Colline. The {…}