Leoš Janáček’s The Cunning Little Vixen (Jan 26, 28; Feb 3, 8, 10, *13, 14, 16, 2024), returning...
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OPERA PLACES Alain Coulombe takes us to Montréal
French-Canadian bass Alain Coulombe is coming to us from Montréal, Quebec where he is performing Assistant de Descartes in Opéra de Montréal ‘s production of La Reine-garçon running February 3 – 11. There are just a few shows left, so get your tickets now. In between performances, Alain shared with us what he loved about the city of Montréal; his favourite bistro, where to catch some incredible theater, and his favourite place to see Canadian and foreign cinema. Read on to find out more.
Opéra de Montréal
La Reine-Garçon “More of this, please.”
Finally, a new opera that doesn’t get in its own way! The premiere of La Reine-Garçon on February...
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Gregory Dahl
This week’s Artist of the Week is the wonderful Canadian baritone, Gregory Dahl. Currently in Vancouver, he is in rehearsals preparing the titular role for Vancouver Opera’s upcoming production of Donizetti’s Don Pasquale, running Feb 10-18 . During his down time, we chatted with Gregory about how he started singing, his love of weather and weather apps, and how working with young singers is keeping him young. Keep reading to find out more.
Artist of the Week 16 Qs for Peter Monaghan
This week’s Artist of the Week is the multitalented bass baritone Peter Monaghan. Currently in Edmonton, he is in rehearsals for Edmonton Opera’s upcoming production of Don Giovanni, where he will be performing the role of Masetto, running Feb 1-3. This week, Peter shares with us what inspired him to start singing, when he knew he wanted to become an opera singer and the importance of time when it comes to developing as an artist and singer. Read on to find out more!
OPERA PLACES Julie Boulianne takes us to Vienna, Austria
French-Canadian mezzo soprano Julie Boulianne is coming to us from Vienna, Austria where she is performing Mère Marie in Wiener Staatsoper’s production of Dialogues des Carmélites running January 28 – February 4. This week we sat down to chat with Julie about the town she has become well acquainted with; where to get the best food, which of the numerous museums to visit, and the best way to get around! Read on to find out more!
Artist of the Week 37 Qs for Aline Kutan
This week’s Artist of the Week is celebrated Canadian soprano Simone Osborne! She is currently in Calgary, braving the cold and in rehearsals for The Elixir of Love with Calgary Opera, where she is staring as Adina, running Feb 3!
In the brief moments between rehearsals, Simone was generous to sit down with us to chat about what her current and future dream roles include, who is a source of inspiration for her artistry (this one will warm your heart), and what it means to be brave in music making. Read on to find out the details!
Winter 2023 Print Issue Cover Feature: A Conversation with Elliot Madore
Lev Bratishenko talks to Elliot Madore, while the Canadian baritone is singing in Zurich, Switzerland – a city of great significance to him
Artist of the Week 27 Qs for Simone Osborne
This week’s Artist of the Week is celebrated Canadian soprano Simone Osborne! She is currently in Calgary, braving the cold and in rehearsals for The Elixir of Love with Calgary Opera, where she is staring as Adina, running Feb 3!
In the brief moments between rehearsals, Simone was generous to sit down with us to chat about what her current and future dream roles include, who is a source of inspiration for her artistry (this one will warm your heart), and what it means to be brave in music making. Read on to find out the details!
Artist of the Week 17 Qs for Jane Archibald
This week’s Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Jane Archibald; a favourite with the Canadian Opera Company audiences, she returns to Toronto this month to star as Vixen in Janáček’s The Cunning Little Vixen, running January 26- February 16. Lucky for us, Jane was generous enough to share a few moments to tell us about the ups and downs of the industry, her drinks of choice, and how she manages her perfectionism.