On March 27, legendary soprano Edita Gruberova will perform in her final staged opera performance. The Bayerische Staatsoper announced that Gruberova will sing her final Elisabetta in “Roberto Devereux” saying goodbye to staged opera. The soprano has been giving final performances throughout Europe as she prepares to retire altogether from singing. During the opening performance on March 17, 2019, the {…}
The Erkel Theatre has announced a number of star-studded concerts as the Opera House in Budapest continues its ongoing construction. Here is a look at what is upcoming. Hungarian soprano Eszter Sümegi returns to the company and will celebrate her 25th anniversary; she will appear alongside guest star Rafael Rojas. The concert will include music by Verdi, Bellini, Goldmark, and {…}
When it comes to the bel canto repertoire, Edita Gruberova is one of the most beloved interpreters of the 20th century. Born on Dec. 23, 1946, the Slovak soprano would become known for her incredible vocal range and her technical precision in the bel canto repertory. She studied at the Bratislava Conservatory followed by the Academy of Performing Arts in {…}
On Dec. 10, 2018, Edita Gruberova continued her farewell tour at the Deutsche Oper Berlin. The soprano, who is about to celebrate her 51st year on the stage, said farewell at the locale where she debuted 38 years ago in her highly acclaimed “Lucia di Lammermoor.” The concert was also her farewell to Berlin, where she has performed in numerous {…}
Sondra Radvanovsky has canceled March performances of “Roberto Devereux.” The soprano was scheduled to perform the role of Elisabetta on March 17 and 20 but has decided to retire the role from her repertoire. The decision comes a week after her successful run at the San Francisco Opera where OperaWire noted, “Radvanovsky sang with transparent high register and dark and {…}
Throughout the years Edita Gruberova has been recognized as one of the leading Bel canto interpreters of her generation and in the opera world. Her interpretations are considered definitive versions and in the case of “Lucia di Lammermoor,” it is one of the quintessential interpretations of her generation. Throughout the years three commercial recordings have been released documenting her evolution in the {…}
This week get will see two classic performances released as well as a rarely performed opera get a new DVD. There will also be a solo album by one of today’s rising bass-baritones. Here is a look at what’s in store. Cendrillon Naxos is releasing a new version of Massenet’s rarely performed work from the Theater Freiberg. Kim-Lillian Strebel takes {…}
In a weekend of classics, there will be new productions opening, some revivals, and others closing. And then there will be a gala with one of a legendary sopranos who has surpassed all expectations. Here is a look! Gala Konzert – Wiener Staatsoper, Austria Edita Gruberova offers a gala concert featuring music from “La Traviata,” “Don Giovanni,” “Die Entführung aus dem {…}
March Madness is coming to a close. With it, we’ve gone through memorable mad scenes in opera, breathtaking historic moments, and a little bit of musical history on Lucia’s famous mad scene. To close this year’s series, I want to go through my favorite recordings of “Lucia di Lammermoor.” We’ve focused a lot on this opera as it has the {…}
The Bayerische Staatsoper has announced its 2018-19 season, which is set to include eight new productions and a number of revival productions. The season will also include a number of concert performances as well as recitals in the company’s summer festival. Here is a look at all the operatic events. New Productions Amélie Niermeyer directs a new production of Verdi’s {…}
On Nov. 25, 2017, the Hungarian State Opera kicks off its tenth tour around Japan. For a whole month, audiences at 20 different venues will be able to experience two full-scale productions given by the company, featuring internationally acclaimed soloists Edita Gruberová, Erika Miklósa and Andrea Rost. The final part of the tour will offer orchestra concerts with an appearance by pianist {…}
