It looks like Plácido Domingo will remain in the Zurich Opera’s production of “Nabucco” this fall. OperaWire reached out to the company’s press department about how it would respond to allegations about the singer’s sexual harassment of nine women, and the company responded that it would see how other investigations develop. “Plácido Domingo’s performance as Nabucco at the Zurich Opera {…}
The San Francisco Opera has canceled its Oct. 6, 2019 performance that was to celebrate Plácido Domingo’s 50th anniversary with the organization. The event was canceled in light of the accusations of sexual harassment leveled against Domingo by nine women. “The decision to cancel the concert was made after recent news reports of multiple allegations of sexual harassment. Though the {…}
The Metropolitan Opera has made its statement regarding accusations leveled against Plácido Domingo for sexual harassment. “We take accusations of sexual harassment and abuse of power with extreme seriousness,” said the statement. “We will await the results of the investigation into Plácido Domingo’s behavior as head of the Los Angeles Opera before making any final decisions about Mr. Domingo’s ultimate {…}
The Los Angeles Opera has made a statement regarding its position toward Plácido Domingo, the company’s Eli and Edythe Broad General Manager. In the statement, the company noted that it will conduct investigations concerning accusations against the famed opera star. Reports on Tuesday noted that Domingo was being accused by nine women of sexual harassment, though there were reportedly even {…}
(Photo by Chad Batka) Despite the accusations of sexual harassment leveled against him, the tenor-turned-baritone is still set for his upcoming performance at the Salzburg Festival on August 31, 2019. OperaWire reached out to the Salzburg Festival to inquire about the company’s stance on the famed artist and whether it would still allow him to perform in the concert performance {…}
Plácido Domingo has been accused of sexual harassment. The Associated Press is reporting that eight singers, including mezzo-soprano Patricia Wulf and one dancer, have accused the legendary singer of sexual harassment. The AP also noted that during the investigation, they spoke with “three dozen other singers, dancers, orchestra musicians, members of backstage staff, voice teachers and an administrator who said they {…}
Fathom Events is set to present Plácido Domingo’s 50th-anniversary gala from the Arena di Verona. “Plácido Domingo Gala” celebrates the historic talents of one of the greatest singers in the world, who has had an international career as a tenor, baritone, orchestra conductor, general manager and mentor of young talents. The gala included segments from ‘Nabucco,” “Macbeth,” and “Simon Boccanegra” and stars Anna {…}
Plácido Domingo is set to sing in Rome for the first time since 2003. The tenor will perform at the Caracalla for the first time since 1990 when he performed with The Three Tenors. This time Domingo will perform in a night of Zarzuela with frequent collaborators Ana María Martínez and Arturo Chacón-Cruz. Jordi Bernàcer is set to conduct the historical evening {…}
(Credit: Thomas Aurin/Arena di Verona) This weekend will feature the celebration of a major milestone for the living legend Plácido Domingo. But there are also a few fascinating productions around Europe (though to be fair, 80 percent of our choices are located in two countries) that you definitely have to check out if you have the chance. Médée – Salzburg Festival, {…}
A prestigious showcase of the opera world , the Rolex Ambassadors Gala, took place at La Scala earlier this month. Big names and outstanding performances. A unique opportunity to see the stars of the opera world together: Juan Diego Flórez, Jonas Kaufmann, Sonya Yoncheva, Yuja Wang, Plácido Domingo and Gustavo Dudamel conduct Wiener Philharmoniker. But today, I’m not going to review {…}
The Operalia Competition has revealed the 12 finalists who will be competing for its top prize on Friday, July 26, 2019. The 12 finalists included Felicia Moore, Gihoon Kim, Christina Nilsson, Piotr Buszewski, Xabier Anduaga, Bongani Justice Kubheka, Liv Redpath, Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen, Anna Shapovalova, Maria Kataeva, Adriana Gonzalez, and Mario Bahg. While making the announcement, legendary singer Plácido Domingo noted {…}
