Russian-Canadian baritone Andrey Andreychik takes us to Hildesheim, Germany, where he is singing the title role in Verdi’s Rigoletto at Theater für Niedersachsen until June 21st. While in Hildesheim, Andrey chats with us about the versatility of the opera house, his favourite biking routes and the joys of living in a small, historic city. Read on to find out more.
The Artist of the Week is Canadian (mixed settler with Mi’kmaw roots) soprano Emma Pennell. They are a librettist and performer in Against the Grain Theatre’s Canuck Cantatas from April 10th to 12th. This week, Emma chats with us about their educational journey, love of trees and the importance of community. Read on to find out more.
The Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Elisabeth Boudreault. She is singing the title role in Opéra du Royaume’s production of Cendrillon from March 26th to 31st. This week, Elisabeth chat with us about character preparation, fate and her dog Maurice. Read on to find out more.
Canadian soprano Lauren Margison takes us to Memphis, Tennessee, where she is making her American debut as the soprano soloist in Verdi’s Requiem with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Opera Memphis. While in Memphis, Lauren chats with us about the first rehearsal, restaurant recommendations and the sights she is excited to see. Read on to find out more.
The Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Xin Wang. She will be the soloist in Tapestry Opera’s new staging of Ana Sokolović’s Love Songs from March 26th to 29th. This week, Xin chats with us about making music with her family, her childhood dream job and what she can’t live without. Read on to find out more.
The Artist of the Week is Canadian tenor Frédéric Antoun. He will be the tenor soloist in Haydn’s Creation with the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra on March 20th. This week, Frédéric chats with us about his favourite operas, singers he admires and his first voice lesson. Read on to find out more.
Italian-Canadian conductor Francesco Milioto takes us to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where he is conducting The Tales of Hoffmann at The Florentine Opera on March 13th and 15th. While in Milwaukee, Francesco chats with us about the opera house, the relaxed feel of the city and his favourite gallery. Read on to find out more.
The Artist of the Week is Canadian mezzo-soprano Camille Rogers. They are the librettist, producer and star of OperaQ’s La Maupin: A Musical Film. The film tells the not-so-tall tale of real-life queer opera singer and swashbuckler Julie d’Aubigny Maupin and will premiere will in Toronto on March 14th. It will also be available to stream online from March 14th to April 14th. This week, Camille chats with us about their upcoming film, how operatic characters lead to self-discovery and what inspired them to sing. Read on to find out more.
The Artist of the Week is Canadian conductor Teri Dunn. She will be will be conducting the Canadian Children Opera Company’s production of Errol Gay and Michael Patrick Albano’s Alice in Wonderland from March 5th to 8th. This week, Teri shares what it means to be brave with music, the best parts of discovering opera with young musicians and the CCOC joke of the day. Read on to find out more.
Canadian-Italian soprano Aviva Fortunata takes us to Sarasota, Florida, where she is singing the role of Leonora in Il Trovatore at Sarasota Opera from March 7th to 29th. While in Sarasota, Aviva chats with us about the road trip to Florida, the Great Savoury Snack Index™️ and how she unwinds after a day of singing Verdi. Read on to find out more.
The Artist of the Week is Canadian mezzo-soprano Lizzy Hoyt. She will be singing the role of Dejanira in Handel’s Hercules at the University of Alberta on February 28th. This week, Lizzy chats with us about her love of Handel, how she approaches her career now versus in the beginning and the diverse array of books she is currently reading. Read on to find out more.
The Artist of the Week is Italian-Canadian baritone Brett Polegato. He will be singing the role of Scarpia in Tosca at Pacific Opera Victoria from February 18th to 24th. This week, Brett chats with us about upcoming performances, why he doesn’t read reviews and an unexpected on stage kiss. Read on to find out more.