The Washington Opera Society has announced its 2022 fall program. The season will open with Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” with world-class artists performing. The work will be performed at the Embassy of Austria. Performance Date: Sept. 23, 2022 The second performance of the season is Operetta Around the World at the Embassy of the Republic of Egypt. The evening will highlight {…}
On Feb.1, Julien Benichou began his role as Washington Opera Society’s (WOS) general and artistic director. Benichou is a highly sought-after guest conductor throughout the U.S. and internationally. Benichou currently also serves as music director for the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra, the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra, and the Southern Maryland Youth Symphony Orchestra. He has also led such organizations as New {…}
The Washington Opera Society has canceled its holiday performance of the “Countess Maritza” at the Embassy of Egypt due to a COVID outbreak among the cast. The company noted, “it would be irresponsible to proceed under these circumstances. All ticket buyers will be reimbursed and anyone wishing to convert their tickets into a contribution will receive a letter for your tax {…}