The Opera Cowgirls return to New York City on May 8. The all-woman, alt-country opera fusion band ensemble will give a review of their most popular songs, including folk arrangements of the famous arias “Mon Coeur” and “O Mio Babbino Caro,” the Bizet and Parton mashup “Country Carmen” and their original song “Pearlsnaps and Pearls.” Mezzo-soprano and founder Caitlin McKechney {…}
Opera Ithaca announced plans for a September release of an original filmed production of the Puccini/Forzano comedic opera, “Gianni Schicchi.” The New York State-based company is working to revamp its 2020-21 season as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to disrupt live performances in the United States and abroad. Praised for its innovative productions, Opera Ithaca sets the story in the present {…}
It’s hard not to applaud the New York City Opera for its return to form. A few years ago the company went into bankruptcy and had to close. It was devastating for opera lovers who wanted an alternative to the Metropolitan Opera and the rather barren New York opera landscape in general. But times have changed and thankfully the company {…}