Canadian/Greek soprano Andromahi Raptis is in Nürnberg performing Lucia and Adele in Staatstheater Nürnberg’s productions of Lucia di Lammermoor and Die Fledermaus. This week, we get the inside scoop about what makes Nürnberg so special; including the best place to grab a coffee, the coolest restaurant to grab some delicious food, and where to find the best Christmas market just in time for the holidays!
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Artist of the Week 14 Qs for Jonelle Sills
This week’s Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Jonelle Sills! Currently in Toronto, she is rehearsing with Toronto Operetta Theatre for their upcoming production of Lehár’s The Merry Widow, running Dec 29 – Jan 2. We sat down to talk about the ups and downs of the industry, her favourite non-classical music, and what she would do if she won the lottery (don’t we all wish for that!). Read on to find out more!
Metropolitan Opera
Florencia en el Amazonas “Yannick Nézet-Séguin led the orchestra with an audible strong affection for Catán’s colours and rhythms”
“I’m Old Fashioned”—that lilting Jerome Kern standard popped unbidden into my head as Florencia en...
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Colin Ainsworth
Canadian tenor Colin Ainsworth is in Toronto, preparing for a string of performances of Handel’s Messiah with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, running Dec 17-23. This week we sat down and talked about the joys of being a father, cravings for the Canadian classic snack: Hawkins Cheezies, and how “the opera community is one big family”.
Early Music Vancouver / re:Naissance Opera
The Queen of Carthage Register and Watch On-Line Until Jan 5
The Queen of Carthage is a multi-media performance staged as part of the Early Music Vancouver...
OPERA PLACES Martina Myskohlid takes us to Amsterdam, NL
Canadian mezzo-soprano Martina Myskohlid is in Amsterdam performing Second Lady in De Nationale Opera’s production of Die Zauberflöte running Dec 1-28. This week we tag along, as she explores Amsterdam and all of its hidden gems, including boat tours, daily street markets, and the most peaceful place to get a nighttime view of the opera house.
Manitoba Opera
Li Keur: Riel’s Heart of the North “many compelling moments ringing with truth in this show”
Manitoba Opera marked a significant milestone in Canadian opera history as it launched its 51st...
Artist of the Week 23 Qs for Amanda Testini
Our Artist of the Week is Canadian-Italian stage director, choreographer, and performer Amanda...
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Christina Thanisch-Smith
Canadian/German soprano Christina Thanisch-Smith is a first year member of the McPhee Artist...
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Evan Korbut
Toronto-based Anishinaabe baritone, Evan Korbut, is currently starring as Louis Riel/Robideau in...