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Lydia Perović asks “Who’s to blame?” as the classical journo beat shrinks
This piece by Lydia Perović was originally published in the Final Word section of our summer 2021 issue. To check out the full issue, or to see our subscription options for exclusive content, click here. I had a lot of time this year to think about what factors...
Lucia Cesaroni’s exclusive interview with Perryn Leech
Italian-Canadian soprano and Opera Canada contributor Lucia Cesaroni sits down for an exclusive interview with Perryn Leech, the Canadian Opera Company's new General Director. In her latest "Voice Leading" column in our Summer 2021 issue, Cesaroni raises questions of...
OperaBreaks: digital opera done differently
Since the beginning of the pandemic, streamed performances or “digital operas” have been a lifeline for opera singers sidelined from their careers. Using technology, social media, and streaming platforms, singers have been able to share their talents with the world...
Artist’s Picks: Julie Boulianne
In our new interview series, Artist's Picks, we're asking our favourite Canadian opera artists: what else are you into? In our call for artist-driven recommendations, Canadian mezzo-soprano Julie Boulianne offers up her current picks for film, television, books, &...
The Cardinal Diaries: The Nest
It's Chapter 2 of Lauren Margison's new series, The Cardinal Diaries: The Nest! If you missed the first installment, look no further than here. Otherwise, continue to follow the fictional adventures of our songbird soprano as she psyches herself up for opening...
Richard Cook appointed Edmonton Opera’s Interim General Director
Following last month's news that Tim Yakimec would step down as General Director, Edmonton Opera has announced Richard Cook as the company's Interim General Director. Cook's appointment will run for a maximum of seven months, during which he will lead company...
Artist’s picks: Tom Diamond
In a new series we're running over here at Opera Canada, we're asking our favourite Canadian opera artists: what else are you into? In our call for artist-driven recommendations, Canadian stage director Tom Diamond offers up his picks for film, television, books,...
Oper Frankfurt: Canadians in 2021/22
Canadians have a strong and steady presence at Oper Frankfurt, so it's no surprise that their freshly announced 2021/22 season includes some of Canada's most exciting talent. Starting September 12, 2021, soprano Ambur Braid makes an exciting role debut, as Bellini's...
Sāvitri: The impact of an opera
When I first watched Against the Grain Theatre’s production of Gustav Holst's Sāvitri I wasn’t sure what to expect. I knew I was excited to be watching an opera about the Sāvitri story, one of the first Hindu myths I learned about, and a favourite of mine. Sāvitri, a...
Tapestry Opera goes live with outdoor Rocking Horse Winner
Tapestry Opera is bringing songs from the award-winning opera Rocking Horse Winner to Canadian Stage’s High Park Amphitheatre on July 17. This special open-air concert will feature songs from classical opera, musical theatre and highlights from Rocking Horse Winner,...
Festival d’opéra de Québec is back, live this summer!
Festival d'opéra de Québec has just announced its 10th annual festival celebrating the art of French opera through an amazing lineup of concerts, opera performances and outdoor activities this summer. As part of the 12-day festival happening from July 27 to August 7,...
Toronto Summer Music Festival: 2021 virtual vocal highlights
A key event in Canada's summer music scene, the Toronto Summer Music Festival is going into its second virtual line-up. The Festival's series of concerts runs from July 15 to August 1, and boast a healthy range of concerts, all available for free streaming. The...