The San Diego Opera is set to present Verdi’s “Rigoletto” from Oct. 23 to 25, 2026 at the San Diego Civic Theatre. The production will be performed on Robert Dahlstrom’s, last showcased in San Diego Opera’s 2019 production. Acclaimed baritone Michael Chioldi will take on the title role after performing the role to great acclaim at the Irish National Opera, {…}
Carnegie Hall+—Carnegie Hall’s premium video streaming channel has announced that it is rescheduling its screening of “Rigoletto” for Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 6:15 p.m. in the Public Square & Gardens at Hudson Yards. The free outdoor event, originally set for August 20, was postponed due to inclement weather. The screening is part of the free Carnegie Hall Citywide series and the {…}
(Photo: Keith Saunders) Opera Australia celebrated its 70th birthday with a revival of Elijah Moshinsky’s 1991 “Rigoletto,” a production that was inspired by Italy’s “La dolce vita” era. Opening night at the Sydney Opera House on July 21st was the company’s actual birthday and the audience was invited to sing “Happy Birthday” at the final curtain call. Such festivities may have {…}
The Daegu Opera House will present Verdi’s “Rigoletto” on April 24 and 25, 2026 marking Asia’s first joint Korea-China opera co-production. The project, planned in commemoration of the Korea-China Year of Cultural Exchange, was developed in collaboration with China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), with both institutions sharing production and distribution responsibilities. The production, co-directed by Davide Livermore, {…}
(Credit: ©2026 Marc Brenner) “There’s a storm brewing…it’s going to get darker,” observes assassin Sparafucile. How right he is! Moments later, he’s stuffing the pure and innocent, murdered Gilda into a body bag downstairs while his sister is gyrating on top of the dastardly Duke of Mantua upstairs; pretty much as dark as it gets. ‘Manosphere’ and ‘Toxic Masculinity’ are the {…}
Light Opera of New Jersey will present Verdi’s “Rigoletto” on Feb. 7 and 8, 2026. The production, led by conductor Jason Tramm, is set to take place at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. It stars baritone Michael Nansel in the title role and soprano Jordan Bowman appears as Gilda. As the Duke of Mantua, audiences will see {…}
The Canadian Opera Company is set to present Verdi’s “Rigoletto” at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. The opera be performed seven times at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts on Jan. 24, 28, Feb. 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14, 2026. COC Music Director Johannes Debus will conduct the production by Christopher Alden. Baritone Quinn {…}
The Vancouver Opera is set to open its 2025-26 season with Verdi’s “Rigoletto.” The opera, which is set to open on Oct. 25, 2025, will be shown three times through Nov. 2, 2025. The production, built in partnership with Pacific Opera Victoria, will push the tragedy’s boundaries while staying true to Verdi’s timeless story of love and revenge. Glynis Leyshon {…}
(Photo: Another grand Opening Night at San Francisco Opera Fall 2025 Season, its 103rd. Glamor in sequins and sparkly platform heels, green and mauve brocaded would-be pashas, feathery boas and head-dresses – and this was just the lobby – on the tail of the Annual Opera Ball. Inside, magenta and rose heart-shaped flower-masks adorned the parterre, while colored lights oscillated {…}
(Photo: MOF Simoncini) The Macerata Opera Festival takes place at the outdoor Sferisterio Arena, constructed between 1823-1829, located next to the Porta Mercato gate and ancient walls of Macerata, Italy. The arena was originally built for the Italian national sport of pallone col bracciale which was popular for almost five centuries dating back to the 15th century. In 1921, the {…}
The Santa Fe Opera has announced a cast change for its production of Verdi’s “Rigoletto.” The company said that dramatic baritone and former Santa Fe Opera Apprentice singer Michael Chioldi will sing the title role, replacing Spanish baritone Gerardo Bullón, who has withdrawn for personal reasons. The production opens July 12 and runs for seven performances through August 20, 2025. Chioldi has performed the role at the {…}
