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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
Opera ParallèleLa Belle et la Bête“Music always lies at the core”
La Belle et la Bête | Opera Parallèle | Opera Canada
Artist of the Week 22 Qs for Xin Wang
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.
Opera QLa Maupin“Some true, some plausible and some most unlikely”
La Maupin | Opera Q | Opera Canada
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Frédéric Antoun
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.