Jonathan Tetelman, Aigul Akhmetshina, Aušrine Stundyte, David Butt Philip & Sondra Radvanovsky lead Deutsche Oper Berlin’s 2024-25 Season

The Deustche Oper Berlin has announced its 2024-25 season. Premieres Respighi’s “La Fiamma” will be directed by Christof Loy and conducted by Carlo Rizzi. The cast will include Aušrine Stundyte, Georgy Vasiliev, Vladislav Sulimsky, Martina Serafin, Sua Jo, Cristina Toledo, Martina Baroni, Karis Tucker, Caren Van Oijen, Doris Soffel, and Patrick Guetti. Performance Dates: Sept. 29-Oct. 18, 2024 Enrique Mazzola {…}

Mar 13, 2024

Deutsche Oper Berlin Unveils Slew of Cast Changes for 10 Operas & 1 Concert

( Image Credit: © Klaus Frahm / Source: Deutsche Oper Berlin Official website) The Deutsche Oper Berlin has announced a slew of cast changes for the remainder of its 2024-25 season. In “The Queen of Spades,” Doris Soffell takes over the role of the Countess for Hanna Schwarz for performances between March 12 – 20. Karis Tucker will sing Polina {…}

Feb 21, 2024

Deustche Oper Berlin to Team Up with Non-Profit to Commemorate Second Year of the War in Ukraine

The Deutsche Oper Berlin will commemorate the second year of the war in Ukraine by teaming up with a nonprofit organization. In a statement, the company said, “Already two years. We would like to take the 2nd anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine as an opportunity to appeal for humanitarian donations. To this end, we are once again working {…}

Jan 26, 2024

Deutsche Oper Berlin Announces Cast Change for ‘La Gioconda’

The Deutsche Oper Berlin has announced a cast change for all performances of Ponchielli’s “La Gioconda.” The company said, “Angelo Villari will sing and play the role of Enzo instead of Joseph Calleja.” Villari has performed at the Arena di Verona, Teatro Filarmonico, Teatro Comunale di Modena, Teatro Bellini di Catania, Teatro Municipale di Piacenza, Teatro Regio di Torino, Festival {…}

Jan 26, 2024

Cast Change Announced for ‘Aida’ at Deutsche Oper Berlin

Sondra Radvanvosky has withdrawn from her Jan 28, 2024 performance of Verdi’s “Aida.” In a statement via social media, the soprano said, “Well, some bad news to share with you all….I have to cancel my first performance of AIDA at Deutsche Oper Berlin on Sunday. Sadly, I have Covid again and need to rest and recoup before getting on a {…}

Nov 8, 2023

Berlin’s Opera Houses & Orchestras Release Statement Against Anti-Semitism

Berlin’s opera houses and orchestras have released statement against anti-semitism in reaction to current events and in commemoration of tomorrow’s 85th anniversary of the November pogroms in Germany. It also calls for peaceful co-existence. The statement reads, “Berlin’s major orchestras and three opera houses call on all Berliners to take a stand against anti-Semitism and hatred. Even in turbulent times, {…}

Oct 25, 2023

Deutsche Oper Berlin Announces Cast Change for ‘The Flying Dutchman’

The Deutsche Oper Berlin has announced a cast change for “The Flying Dutchman” on Oct. 28 and Nov. 12 and 24, 2023. The company said that due to Michael Volle’s illness, Egils Silins will take over the title role in Wagner’s opera. Silins is one of the most sought-after bass-baritones of our time who has sung more than 90 roles {…}

Sep 15, 2023

Jonathan Tetelman Cancels Opening ‘Madama Butterfly’ at Deutsche Oper Berlin Due to COVID-19

Jonathan Tetelman has canceled the Sept. 15 performance of Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” due to COVID-19. The tenor took to social media and said, “I am sorry to report that I am unwell and have recently tested positive for COVID-19. Unfortunately I ma forced to cancel my ‘Madama Butterfly’ appearance at the Deutsche Oper on Sept. 15. I’m greatly looking forward {…}

Sep 3, 2023

Sir. Donald Runnicles Steps Down from Deutsche Oper Berlin

(Photo credit: Simon Pauly) Sir. Donald Runnicles has announced that he will step down as Music Director of the Deutsche Oper Berlin in 2026. The company announced that Runnicles had informed the Senator for Culture and Social Cohesion, Joe Chialo, and his orchestra board that he would like to end his contract as General Music Director of the Deutsche Oper {…}

Aug 20, 2023

Deutsche Oper Berlín Announces Several Cast Changes for 2023-24 Season

The Deutsche Oper Berlin has announced several cast changes for its 2023-24 season. For its production of “Il Barbiere di Siviglia,” Kieran Carrel will take over the role of Almaviva in place of Matthew Newlin on Sept. 6, 9, and 29,2023. Meanwhile, on Dec. 31, Kangyoon Shine Lee will take over the role of Almaviva in place of Matthew Newlin. {…}

Jun 26, 2023

Dean Murphy Signs Contract With Melos Opera

Photo credit: Jeremy Knowles Studio American baritone Dean Murphy has signed a contract with Melos Opera for worldwide management. Murphy is currently a member of the ensemble at Deutsche Oper Berlin. This season he will debut the roles of Silvio in “I Pagliacci,” Heerufer in “Lohengrin,” and Prince Yeletsky in a new production of “Pique Dame.” Murphy will also debut {…}

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