The Marriage of Figaro | Manitoba Opera | Opera Canada
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Calgary Opera The Barber of Seville “Simple fun and merriment”
The Barber of Seville | Calgary Opera | Opera Canada
Opera Unbound The Fox “Full of rich, surrealist allusions and haunting music”
The Fox | Opera Unbound | Opera Canada
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.
Opera Atelier Pelléas et Mélisande “It gives Pelléas a completely different feel”
Pelléas et Mélisande | Opera Atelier | Opera Canada
Artist of the Week 27 Qs for Elizabeth Stepkowski Tarhan
The Artist of the Week is Canadian stage director and theatre artist Elizabeth Stepkowski Tarhan. She will be directing Calgary Opera’s production of The Barber of Seville which runs from April 18th to 24th. This week, Elizabeth chats with us about her favourite music, her operatic goals and the importance of continued education. Read on to find out more.
OPERA PLACES Andrey Andreychik takes us to Hildesheim, Germany
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.
Glenn Gould School La cambiale di matrimonio and Gianni Schicchi “A surprising Canadian twist”
La cambiale di matrimonio and Gianni Schicchi | Glenn Gould School | Opera Canada
Artist of the Week 15 Qs for Emma Pennell
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.
Artist of the Week 10 Qs for Elisabeth Boudreault
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.
OPERA PLACES Lauren Margison takes us to Memphis, Tennessee
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.
Voicebox: Opera in ConcertLost in the Stars“Weighty, persuasive work”
Lost in the Stars | Voicebox: Opera in Concert | Opera Canada