Elza van den Heever Leads Met Opera’s ‘Salome’ HD Transmission

(Credit: Evan Zimmerman / Met Opera) The Metropolitan Opera’s 2024–25 Live in HD season is set to continue with a new production of Strauss’ “Salome.” The transmission will be held on May 17, 2025 with soprano Elza van den Heever starring in the title role, alongside baritone Peter Mattei as Jochanaan. They will be joined by mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung as Herodias, alongside tenor Gerhard Siegel as {…}

Benjamin Bernheim, Julia Bullock, Joshua Guerrero, Reginald Mobley, Thomas Bauer, Michelle DeYoung, Ryan Speedo Green Headline The Wallis’ 2024-25 Season

The Wallis has announced its 2024-25 season. Here is a rundown of the vocal performances on offer. First up is Messiaen’s “Harawi” featuring Julia Bullock and pianist Cono Hanick. The showcase will feature dancers Bobbi Jene Smith and Or Schraiber, all under the direction of Zack Winokur. Performance Date Oct. 1, 2024 Baritone Thomas Bauer joins the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra {…}

Thomas Bauer, Reginald Mobley, Michelle DeYoung Headline Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s 2024-25 Season

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra has announced its 2024-25 season. Here is a rundown of the vocal performances on offer. Baritone Thomas Bauer will headline Mahler’s “Songs of a Wayfarer” as arranged by Schoenberg. Jaime Martín leads the performances, which also include symphonies by Haydn and Brahms. Performance Dates: Oct. 19 & 20, 2024 Countertenor Reginald Mobley stars in a program dedicated {…}