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Artist of the Week 21 Qs for Justin Welsh

Artist of the Week 21 Qs for Justin Welsh

The Artist of the Week is Canadian baritone Justin Welsh. He will be singing the role of Schaunard in Vancouver Opera’s production of La bohème from April 25th to May 3rd. This week, Justin chats with us about the singers he admires, his love of cooking and which role he would sing if he was a mezzo for a day. Read on to find out more.

OPERA PLACES Spencer Britten takes us to Boston, Massachusetts

OPERA PLACES Spencer Britten takes us to Boston, Massachusetts

Chinese-Canadian tenor Spencer Britten takes us to Boston, Massachusetts, where he is singing the role of Tonio in Donizetti’s The Daughter of the Regiment at Boston Lyric Opera from April 24th to May 3rd.
While in Boston, Spencer chats with us about the historic theatre, the city’s must see tourist attractions and the best place for a coffee break during rehearsal. Read on to find out more.

Artist of the Week 19 Qs for Peter McGillivray

Artist of the Week 19 Qs for Peter McGillivray

The Artist of the Week is Canadian baritone Peter McGillivray. He will be singing the role of Bartolo in Manitoba Opera’s production of The Marriage of Figaro from April 18th to 24th. This week, Peter chats with us about the importance of getting outside, his favourite on stage moments and gives us a reminder to love one another. Read on to find out more.

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