(Photo: Frances Marshall) Even the rain that poured down for almost the entire performance did little to dampen the audience’s enthusiasm for the Blackwater Valley Opera Festival’s headline event, Benjamin Britten’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” that took place in Lismore Castle grounds. Although the seating area was protected by a canopy, it could not stop the chilled air from blowing {…}
(Photo credit: Sean O’Riordan) Blackwater Valley Opera Festival has announced its the line up for its 2025 season. From May 26 to June 2, the Blackwater Valley Opera Festival will present opera productions, concerts, educational events, and more. In total there will be 23 events and concerts held in 12 historic venues across the Blackwater Valley. Benjamin Britten’s “A Midsummer Night’s {…}
(Photo: Frances Marshall) Opera Collective Ireland’s mission is to promote the country’s next generation of opera talent “by producing quality productions that provide valuable performance opportunities in major roles.” Since its establishment in 2011 many singers have passed through its doors and gone on to establish successful careers, with names such as Jennifer Davis, Sarah Richmond and Marie Flavin springing {…}