Vancouver Opera has announced the revival of its iconic black tie gala event, “Habanera!” The gala will be presented on May 3, 2024 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre and will be set against the backdrop of the “Carmen” production. In a statement, Tom Wright, Vancouver Opera General Director said, “We’re ecstatic to welcome back our signature gala event following a hiatus. {…}
Vancouver Opera is set to close its 2023-2024 season with Georges Bizet’s “Carmen.” The opera has not been performed at the company in 10 years and will be performed five times this season. In a statement, Tom Wright, General Director of Vancouver Opera said, “Bizet’s masterful score, multi-level sets that straddle the spectacular and the seedy, and the promise of captivating {…}
The Vancouver Opera has announced its 2024-25 season celebrating its 65th anniversary. In a statement, Tom Wright, Vancouver Opera General Director said, “Through dynamic mainstage productions and grassroots outreach, Vancouver Opera is celebrating all-time operatic triumphs for our 65th anniversary, Since our inaugural 1960 staging of “Carmen,” Vancouver audiences have been treated to world-class talents and dazzling, grand-scale productions. In 2024-2025, {…}
The Vancouver Opera has released a statement regarding unauthorized third party tickets. In a statement the company said, “It has come to our attention that certain third-party ticket resellers are advertising Vancouver Opera tickets at inflated prices, taking advantage of unsuspecting customers. Vancouver Opera wants to emphasize that the only authorized and legitimate platform for purchasing tickets to our performances is {…}
Vancouver Opera has announced the launch of “Exciting Voices: Concert Series.” The first concert”Opera Date Night,” scheduled for Feb. 2, 2024, will take place at Martha Lou Henley Rehearsal Hall at The O’Brian Centre for Vancouver Opera and features countertenor Nicholas Burns, tenor Spencer Britten, sopranos Emma Parkinson and Rebecca Collett, bass Neil Craighead, and pianist Perri Lo. “Vancouver Opera is proud to work with TD {…}
Vancouver Opera is set to perform Donizetti’s “Don Pasquale” in a production helmed by Barbe & Doucet. In a statement, Tom Wright, Vancouver Opera General Director said, “‘Don Pasquale’ is a beloved opera that will appeal to any music lover, and we are delighted to present it in collaboration with the dynamic artistic team of Barbe & Doucet. Their incredible {…}
Vancouver Opera has announced Maestro Jacques Lacombe as its new Music Director. In a statement, Lacombe said, “I am deeply honored to join the Vancouver Opera family. Vancouver Opera has a rich tradition of artistic excellence and their work continues to push the envelope of opera each season. I am excited to collaborate with this outstanding team to create unforgettable {…}
Vancouver Opera has announced the six artists who will be part of its Yulanda M. Faris Young Artists program for the 2023-24 season. The artists include Danlie Rae Acebuque, Simran Claire, Sawyer Craig, Heidi Duncan, Indra Egan, and Jeremy Scinocca. The program provides artists with an opportunity to engage in formal educational programs and train with industry leaders and professionals. {…}
The Vancouver Opera has announced the retirement of longtime trombonist Sharman King, principal trumpeter Tom Shorthouse, and chorus member Bette Cosar. King joined the Vancouver Opera Orchestra in 1977 and has performed in productions of “West Side Story” and “Nixon China.” In an official press statement, he said, “my favorite aspect of being involved with the VO was our continued {…}
Vancouver Opera has announced the retirement of longtime chorister Bette Cosar, who has served with the company for 50 years. A graduate of UBC as well as UK’s London Opera Centre, Cosar has taught for several years at the Arts Connection in Richmond, as well as her own private studio. “It is a rare honor to have a chorus member {…}
Vancouver Opera has announced its 2023-24 season. “We are excited to present an incredible season of opera “classics” to expose our great art form to new audiences,” said Tom Wright, Vancouver Opera General Director, in an official press statement issued by the company. “Two of the operas have not been seen in over a decade and one has only been {…}