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Winter 2022/23 Print Issue New On The Scene: Brian Cho
Our Winter print issue’s ‘New on the Scene’ artist is collaborative pianist, Brian Cho, who is currently in the Canadian Opera Company’s Ensemble Studio Program.
OPERA PLACES Mezzo Soprano Marion Newman takes us to Anchorage
Kwagiulth and Stó:lō First Nations mezzo soprano Marion Newman is currently in Anchorage, Alaska rehearsing for Anchorage Opera’s production of Missing, opening March 10. In this OPERA PLACES, Newman takes us to some of her favourite spots!
Artist of the Week 26 Qs for Aviva Fortunata
Our artist of the week is Calgary-born soprano Aviva Fortunata. This week she makes her role and company debut with Sarasota Opera singing Elvira in Verdi’s Ernani. She sat down with us to reflect on her career in opera, stage mishaps and the best advice she’s ever received.
Winter 2022/23 Print Issue Business Experts Interpret Opera: Julie Hansen of Salesforce
As Global Executive Advisor at Salesforce JULIE HANSEN’S success is tied to her ability to apply cross-disciplinary expertise to simplify complex problems.
Artist of the Week 31 Qs for Kyle Albertson
Our Artist of the Week is Kyle Albertson, who also stars as Prometheus in Pacific Opera Victoria’s The Birds. A frequent performer on many of the world’s leading stages, Albertson is celebrated for his luxurious voice and versatility at bringing characters to life on stage.
OPERA PLACES Baritone Peter Barrett takes us to Victoria
Peter Barrett opened Braunfels‘s The Birds this week singing the role of Ratefreund at Pacific Opera Victoria. We caught up with him in between rehearsals to get a “tour” of beautiful Victoria, B.C.
Join us as he shares his favourite spots, from most peaceful places to tasty restaurants.
NEW PRODUCTIONS HEADLINE CANADIAN OPERA COMPANY’S 2023/2024 SEASON OF PROGRAMMING
The Canadian Opera Company announced its 2023/2024 season today featuring a slate of exciting new productions and rare musical gems that showcase the most celebrated of international stars, as well as incredible homegrown talent—the lineup features five new-to-Toronto...
CELEBRATING CANADIAN TALENT: 2023 GOVERNOR GENERAL’S PERFORMING ARTS AWARDS LAUREATES ANNOUNCED
The Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Foundation has announced this year’s recipients of Canada’s highest honour in the performing arts. The laureates include Michel Marc Bouchard, who wrote the libretto for the recently premiered opera La Beauté du Monde...
Artist of the Week 28 Qs for Claire de Sévigné
Montreal-born soprano Claire de Sévigné is our Artist of the Week. Since graduating from McGill University and the University of Toronto, she has performed regularly on many of North America and Europe’s stages (including the Canadian Opera Company, Opernhaus Zürich, Salzburg Festival, and Toronto Symphony Orchestra).
Winter 2022/23 Print Issue Wallis Giunta’s Letter from Vienna
Wallis Giunta gives us a glimpse into her new Viennese life, and an insider’s look into what’s happening at the Volksoper
Artist of the Week 15 Qs for Michael Schade
Our Artist of the Week is Michael Schade, one of the world’s leading tenors. A voice well-recognized on many of the world’s leading stages, Schade has also earned a reputation as an exceptional concert and recital soloist and award-winning recording artist. See him perform as Herod in the Canadian Opera Company’s current production of Salome running until February 24.
OPERA PLACES Soprano Melody Courage takes us to Calgary
Vancouver-based soprano Melody Courage, of Dene, Cree and Chipewyan descent, is much in demand by composers, with recent performances in Riel's Heart of the North (composed by Neil Weisensel with a libretto by Susanne Steele) written in languages of the Métis -...