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German Minister Invites Chalamet to Opera After Criticism

Invitation aims to bridge perceived disconnect between traditional arts and younger audiences

New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players Bring 'The Mikado' to UNLV

The legendary theater troupe presents a reimagined production of the classic operetta at the UNLV Performing Arts Center.

Marquette Symphony Orchestra to Perform 'Carmen!' and Other Opera Hits

The orchestra's upcoming concert will feature a lineup of popular opera pieces.

Bel Cantanti Opera Presents Acclaimed Russian Opera Gala

The performance featured excerpts from classic Russian operas and left the audience wanting more.

Acclaimed Zarzuela Production Marks Milestone for Spanish Art Form

German director Christof Loy's modern staging of 'El barberillo de Lavapiés' in Oviedo garners praise

Remembering Dmitri Hvorostovsky's 1996 Interview with Studs Terkel

The legendary opera singer appeared on the iconic radio host's show 27 years ago.

Legendary Baritone José Van Dam Leaves Lasting Opera Legacy

Acclaimed for collaborations with conductor Herbert von Karajan and versatile repertoire spanning centuries

Met Opera's 2026-27 season has fewest productions in 60 years

Financially strapped company scales back to 17 productions, with 5 new stagings

Met Opera's 2026-27 season has 17 productions, its fewest in at least 60 years

Despite encouraging box office figures, the financially strapped Metropolitan Opera scales back its 2026-27 schedule.

Met Opera's 2026-27 season has fewest productions in 60 years

Financially strapped opera company scales back with 17 productions, down from previous seasons

Met Opera scales back 2026-27 season to just 17 productions

Financially strapped company cites tight budget despite improved ticket sales

José van Dam, Renowned Opera Star, Dies at 85

The Belgian bass-baritone was known for his suave voice, persuasive acting, and wide-ranging repertoire.

KC's Lyric Opera to perform iconic 'Porgy and Bess' for first time

The classic American opera with an all-Black cast has never been staged by the company before.

Firebird Light Opera to Showcase Love's Many Facets

Upcoming performances at the National Automobile Museum explore the complexities of love through opera and theater.

Boston Lyric Opera Brings "Daughter of the Regiment" to Boston Public Library Branches

Three performers and a pianist will engage audiences through singing, staging, and narration in this interactive introduction to opera.

Atlanta Baritone Jacob Lay Brings Underrepresented Voices to the Stage

Lay to Perform Works by Pioneering Composer William Grant Still in Atlanta Concert

Huntington Library Celebrates Chinese New Year with Kunqu Opera

The renowned art museum and gardens hosted cultural performances for the Lunar New Year.

Lyric Opera Showcases Emerging Talent at Free Ryan Opera Center Performance

Lyric Opera of Chicago to feature members of its prestigious artist-development program.

Un Ballo in Maschera Premieres in Paris

The 41st performance of Belgian director Gilbert Deflo's 2007 production features an American cast led by soprano Angela Meade.

Review: 'M. Butterfly' and 'Madame Butterfly' confront opera's most uncomfortable fantasy

A critic weighs San Francisco Playhouse's 'M. Butterfly' against Pocket Opera's 'Madame Butterfly,' probing racism, desire and why Puccini still seduces.

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