Aveline Kirana
- Classical & Opera
- May 18, 2026
- 41 views
Giedrė Šlekytė Appointed as New Music Director of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra
The Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) has announced the appointment of Giedrė Šlekytė as its new Music Director, commencing with the 2027/28 season. This significant appointment marks a new chapter…
- Classical & Opera
- May 18, 2026
- 41 views
John Philip Sousa’s El Capitan: Sinfonietta Bel Canto Presents Rare Fully Staged Production
Sinfonietta Bel Canto is set to stage a rarely performed fully realized production of John Philip Sousa’s vibrant comic operetta, "El Capitan," on May 16 and 17, 2026. This significant…
- Classical & Opera
- May 17, 2026
- 38 views
Peter Gelb No Longer Considers Retirement from the Metropolitan Opera
The question of succession at the helm of one of the world’s most prestigious cultural institutions, the Metropolitan Opera, has taken a significant turn. Peter Gelb, the current General Manager,…
- Classical & Opera
- May 17, 2026
- 34 views
Washington National Opera’s Triumph Over Adversity with a Landmark Production of West Side Story
The Washington National Opera’s (WNO) fully staged production of “West Side Story” at Lyric Baltimore stands as a powerful testament to the organization’s resilience and artistic vision, transforming a potentially…
- Classical & Opera
- May 17, 2026
- 45 views
Der Rosenkavalier Comes to Chicago with Chicago City Opera
Chicago City Opera (CCO) is set to enchant audiences with a highly anticipated production of Richard Strauss’s beloved opera, Der Rosenkavalier. This masterpiece of the operatic repertoire, renowned for its…
- Classical & Opera
- May 17, 2026
- 46 views
The Opéra National de Paris Presents a Captivating Revival of Robert Carsen’s "Rusalka"
The Opéra National de Paris is currently staging a highly anticipated revival of Robert Carsen’s acclaimed production of Antonín Dvořák’s lyrical masterpiece, "Rusalka." This minimalist yet profoundly impactful staging, which…
- Classical & Opera
- May 16, 2026
- 36 views
The Schwabacher Series Concludes with a Star-Studded Finale Featuring Kyle Ketelsen and Merola Opera Program Artists
The highly anticipated Schwabacher series is set to culminate in a grand finale on June 16th, presenting a captivating evening of vocal artistry led by the distinguished bass-baritone Kyle Ketelsen…
- Classical & Opera
- May 16, 2026
- 47 views
Mozart’s Sacred Music: A Journey from Salzburg’s Festive Brilliance to Viennese Operatic Ingenuity
The intricate relationship between sacred music and the Church has been a source of artistic tension and innovation since the Renaissance. Composers like Josquin Desprez, who daringly incorporated secular melodies,…
- Classical & Opera
- May 16, 2026
- 38 views
Festival Opera Launches Inaugural Resident Artist Program to Nurture Emerging Operatic Talent
Festival Opera has unveiled its groundbreaking Resident Artist Program, a comprehensive, season-long initiative designed to provide a vital springboard for emerging opera singers navigating the critical transition from academic training…
- Classical & Opera
- May 16, 2026
- 44 views
British-Ukrainian Bass-Baritone Pavlo Hunka Dies at 67
The world of classical music is mourning the loss of British-Ukrainian bass-baritone Pavlo Hunka, who passed away on May 5 at the age of 67. Hunka, celebrated for his powerful…
