The Czech Center New York in collaboration with the Metropolitan Opera and the Czech National Museum in Prague is preparing an exhibition about Czech female opera singers. The exhibition will showcase singers whose careers brought them onto the Met stage. Some of the singers starred in the Met’s first productions of major Czech operas. Among them are Emmy Destinn who {…}
The Academy of Classical Music has announced that that annual Antonín Dvorák Prize will be given to soprano Gabriela Beňačková for her lifelong service to the legacy of the famed composer. The soprano will be presented with the award at Prague’s Rudolfinum on April 21, 2020 in a gala concert that will feature a recital by Polish tenor Piotr Beczala. {…}
Gabriela Beňačková, born on March 25, 1947, is one of the most celebrated Slovakian artists of all time. She had a musical upbringing, dedicating her early years to singing, ballet, and the piano. In 1962, she went to study at the Bratislava Conservatory, followed by two years at the Conservatory in Zilina. Then she went to the Academy of Performing {…}
The Teatro San Carlo has announced its 2018-19 season. The season will include some of the biggest stars in opera as well as some rare gems. Here is a look at what San Carlo will offer operagoers next season. Productions Riccardo Muti conducts the opening night with a new production by Chiara Muti of Mozart’s “Così Fan Tutte.” Alessio Arduini, {…}