Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Colin Ainsworth
The Artist of the Week is Canadian tenor Colin Aisnworth. He will be singing the title role of Richard I in Grétry’s Richard Cœur-de-Lion with Voicebox: Opera in Concert on November 15th. This week, Colin chats with us about how he approaches new projects, the music he’s currently listening to and the one thing he can’t live without. Read on to find out more.
OPERA PLACES Olivier Bergeron takes us to Spain and France
French-Canadian baritone Olivier Bergeron takes us to Spain and France while he is on tour with Les Arts florissant performing a double-bill of Charpentier’s Les Arts florissant and La Descente d’Orphée aux enfers. While on a brief break from tour in Paris, Olivier shares the best place for a dinner and swim in Spain, his favourite museums and how to adapt to multiple different venues. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 14 Qs for Phillip Addis
The Artist of the Week is Canadian baritone Phillip Addis. He will be singing the role of Sharpless in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly with Calgary Opera from November 1st-7th. This week, Phillip chats with us about his favourite city to sing in, the best investment a singer can make and the artist who inspires him the most. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 14 Qs for Glynis Leyshon
The Artist of the Week is Canadian director Glynis Leyshon. She will be directing her new production of Verdi’s Rigoletto at Vancouver Opera from October 25th to November 2nd. This week, Glynis chats with us about her favourite Canadian singers, her movie recommendations and the first opera she ever saw…and directed! Read on to find out more.
OPERA PLACES Wesley Harrison takes us to Cologne, Germany
Canadian tenor Wesley Harrison takes us to Cologne, Germany, where he is a member of the International Opera Studio at Oper Köln. He is currently singing the role of Maurizio di Mauro in Elisabeth Naske’s children’s opera Der Wunschpunsch . While in Cologne, Wesley shares where to find the most beautiful gardens, extravagant fireworks and best bar in the city. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 18 Qs for Florence Bourget
The Artist of the Week is Canadian mezzo-soprano Florence Bourget. She will be singing the role of Tisbe in Rossini’s La Cenerentola with Opéra de Québec from October 25th to November 1st. This week, Florence shares her love of yoga, cats and the music of Handel. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Karine White
The Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Karine White. She will be singing the role of Papagena in Mozart’s The Magic Flute with Opera Atelier from October 15th to 19th. This week, Karine shares who inspired her to sing, her favourite fall film and the best thing about being an opera artist. Read on to find out more.
OPERA PLACES Joel Allison takes us to Berlin, Germany
Canadian bass-baritone Joel Allison takes us to Berlin, Germany, where he has been a member of the ensemble at the Deutsche Oper Berlin since 2020. He is currently performing in two productions, Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte and Glanert’s Die Drei Rätsel . While in Berlin, Joel shares his favourite restaurant, the most peaceful place in the city and the museums that are kid and parent approved. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 15 Qs for Catherine St-Arnaud
The Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Catherine St-Arnaud. She will be making her Canadian Opera Company main stage debut singing the role of Amore in Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice from October 9th to 25th. This week, Catherine chats with us about a full circle career moment, the books she’s reading and her childhood dream of being a super spy. Read on to find out more.
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Kirsten LeBlanc
The Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Kirsten LeBlanc. She will be singing the role of Donna Anna in Mozart’s Don Giovanni with Opéra de Montréal from September 27th to October 5th. This week, Kirsten shares her favourite cocktail, bucket list roles and how she calms her mind during a busy season. Read on to find out more.