Opera Company Of Middlebury Appoints Filippo Ciabatti As Music Director
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2023
The Opera Company of Middlebury has announced the appointment of Filippo Ciabatti as resident Music Director. Mr. Ciabatti's extraordinary talent and remarkable achievements during his tenure as Interim Music Director for the 2023/20th Anniversary season, featuring outstanding performances of Beethoven's Fidelio and Cipullo's Glory Denied, have led to his well-deserved appointment.
Interview: Hablamos con Ana Belén Beas sobre DESENCANTADAS
by Zeb Diaz - Oct 12, 2023
Manzanas envenenadas, zapatitos de cristal, príncipes encantadores… ¿Quién los necesita? ¡Olvidate de las princesas como todos las conocemos! Las heroínas de los cuentos originales han vuelto para contarnos cómo viven realmente y mostrarnos los “desencantos” a los que han sido sometidas por siglos.
Video: Watch a Preview of Maria Callas' Restored Paris 1958 Performance
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2023
One of Maria Callas’ greatest filmed performances of all time has now been meticulously restored from the original reels in colour, 4K resolution and Dolby Atmos surround sound for the big screen. Watch the video trailer for the film, giving audiences their first glimpse of the beautiful remastering.
Cast Revealed For HIGH SOCIETY at The Mill at Sonning
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023
The Mill at Sonning has announced the cast for their next musical, High Society, with Joseph Pitcher returning to direct. Performances run 29 November, 2023 - 20 January, 2024. Find out who is starring in the show here!
Marina Abramović's Opera Project 7 DEATHS OF MARIA CALLAS Makes UK Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023
In an exciting UK premiere, this November the English National Opera (ENO) presents celebrated performance artist Marina Abramović making her ENO debut with her production of 7 Deaths of Maria Callas at the London Coliseum. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Contra Costa Civic Theatre to Present TINTYPES This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023
Join Contra Costa Civic Theatre for their production of Tintypes, a charming musical revue that takes you back to America's last great Age of Innocence. Featuring patriotic songs, romantic tunes, and ragtime by the musical masters of the era, this show is a must-see. Get your tickets now!
Madison Opera to Present TOSCA in November
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023
Madison Opera will open its 63rd season with Giacomo Puccini's Tosca on Friday, November 3 at 8pm and Sunday, November 5 at 2:30pm in Overture Hall at the Overture Center for the Arts.
Palm Beach Opera Reveals Star-Studded Cast for 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2023
Palm Beach Opera has announced the world-class cast for its 2024 Season, which features Puccini’s “Tosca,” Offenbach’s “The Tales of Hoffman,” and for the first time in 15 years, Bellini’s “Norma,” all beginning in January next year. Learn more about the cast and the full season here!
LA TRAVIATA Returns to the London Coliseum in October.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023
Returning to the London Coliseum this October is Peter Konwitschny’s production of La traviata. Romantic and heartbreaking in equal parts, Verdi’s most famous opera tells the story of the doomed love between the courtesan, Violetta, and the gentleman, Alfredo. Learn more about the opera and find out how to get tickets here!