The Happenstancers have announced “The Two Deaths of Ophelia” to take place on June 19, 2025. “The Two Deaths of Ophelia” features music by Linda Catlin Smith, Ann Southam, Thomas Adès, and the world premiere of new music by Ryan Chase and Luis Ramirez. The work reimagines the Shakespearian character while exploring the themes of love, desire, madness, and death. {…}
The West End Micro Music Festival announces its fourth season titled “REVELATIONS.” Music Director of the Edmonton Opera, Simon Rivard leads both programs. The West End Micro Music Festival takes place at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Toronto. “Programme I — Ecstatic Voices” features works by Cassandra Miller, Caroline Shaw, Luciano Berio, Thomas Tallis, and Claude Vivier. Singers include Sydney {…}
The Happenstancers announces its program “BABES IN TOYLAND.” The concert features works by Unsuk Chin, W.A. Mozart, the world premiere of new music for voice and ensemble by Matthew Ricketts, as well as the Canadian premiere of works by Anna Clyne, and Ryan Chase. Performers include soprano Reilly Nelson and a roster of Canadian instrumentalists, led by conductor Simon Rivard. “‘BABES {…}