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OPERA PLACES Brenna Corner takes us to Washington, D.C.
Canadian stage director Brenna Corner takes us to Washington, D.C. where she is directing a brand-new production of Verdi’s MacBeth at the Washington National Opera.
While in Washington, Brenna shares the museums and parks she has visited, where to get the best post-rehearsal meal and her favourite neighbourhood to explore. Read on to find out more.
Opéra de Québec
Le comte Ory “A playful show, a bit irreverent”
Opéra de Québec | Le comte Ory | Opera Canada
Opera Atelier
Acis and Galatea “Elegance and taste are the touchstones”
Opera Atelier | Acis and Galatea | Opera Canada
Artist of the Week 22 Qs for Jorell Williams
The Artist of the Week is baritone Jorell Williams, who will be singing Belcore in Manitoba Opera’s production of The Elixir of Love from October 26th to November 1st.
This week, we sat down with Jorell to find out more about how he prepares for a new role, his musical family and a surprising celebrity run in.
Artist of the Week 24 Qs for Meghan Lindsay
The Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Meghan Lindsay, who will be singing the title role of Galatea in Handel’s Acis and Galatea with Opera Atelier from October 24th to 27th. This week, Meghan gives us a peek into her academic career, favourite repertoire and go-to mind-calming practice.
Pacific Opera Victoria
La clemenza di Tito “The musicians in this production did it proud”
Pacific Opera Victoria | La clemenza di Tito | Opera Canada
OPERA PLACES Wallis Giunta takes us to London, England
Irish-Canadian mezzo-soprano Wallis Giunta takes us to London, England where she is making her Royal Opera House debut as Dinah in Trouble in Tahiti.
While in London, Wallis gives us insight on her favourite London attractions and how she balances rehearsals while looking after her 10-month-old daughter. Read on to find out more.
Canadian Opera Company
Faust “An immensely satisfying musical experience”
Canadian Opera Company | Faust | Opera Canada
Librettist Royce Vavrek appointed as Against the Grain’s new Artistic Director
Against the Grain Theatre (AtG), one of Canada’s leading innovators in opera and vocal works, is excited to announce that Canadian librettist Royce Vavrek has been appointed as the company’s new Artistic Director.
Artist of the Week 22 Qs for Stephen Hegedus
The Artist of the Week is bass-baritone Stephen Hegedus, who will be singing Publio in Mozart’s La clemenza di Tito with Pacific Opera Victoria from October 16th to 22nd.
This week, Stephen shares his top camping spots, biggest inspirations and favourite roles.
Manitoba Underground Opera
The Tales of Hoffmann “Weird, ridiculous, slightly stupid but fabulous production”
Manitoba Underground Opera | The Tales of Hoffmann | Opera Canada