Tobias Sten is 'Artist of the Year'
Tobias Sten, a 22-year-old from Stord, was awarded 'Artist of the Year' at a ceremony at the Opera House.
Hollyoaks' Nathaniel Dass quits after 'incredible' three years on E4 soap
Nathaniel Dass has announced his departure from the British soap opera Hollyoaks after three years, reflecting on his time as an 'incredible journey.'
Vanessa da Mata blends pop and opera and moves the audience in a show in São Paulo
Vanessa da Mata delivered a captivating performance in São Paulo, combining various musical genres in her latest concert tour.
Handel's 'Alcina': The Regensburg Theater Can Also Do Baroque Opera
The Regensburg Theater successfully showcases Handel's opera 'Alcina', highlighting impressive performances and emotional depth.
Illuminating the distinctive, underlying, and sarcastic humor that permeates Kafka's tragic vision
The last short story by Franz Kafka, 'Josephine the Singer or The Mouse Folk' (1924), is transformed into a musical theater performance by the Greek National Opera's Alternative Stage.
Vocally strong and visually understated staging of 'Madama Butterfly'
The Royal Opera's take on Puccini's classic 'Madama Butterfly' consciously highlights contemporary issues like trafficking while delivering a vocally impressive experience.
Opera tragedy without impact
The new production of Verdi's 'Don Carlo' by Davide Livermore fails to deliver the emotional weight expected from such a significant opera.
Opera and ballet change to stay alive: 'I would die if we did the same as we did 400 years ago'
Opera and ballet are evolving to maintain their relevance, highlighted by comments from a soprano and dancers in response to controversy stirred by Timothée Chalamet at the Oscars.
ON THIS DAY ⟩ The immortal voice of Georg Ots was born
The article commemorates the birthday of Georg Ots, a notable Estonian singer and actor who began his career in the Soviet Union and became renowned in the opera scene.
'Três Graças' Grows in Audience Across Brazil, Reaching Numbers Comparable to 'Vale Tudo'
The soap opera 'Três Graças' is experiencing a significant rise in viewership in Brazil, approaching audience ratings similar to the classic 'Vale Tudo'.
LNOBT – exclusive premiere: special guests caught attention
The LNOBT premiered Britten's opera ‘A Midsummer Night's Dream,’ which is performed for the first time in Lithuania, attended by notable figures from the culture and arts sectors.
Alinne Moraes signs a contract and returns to Globo to be the villain in a new seven o'clock soap opera
Alinne Moraes has signed a contract with Globo to return as the villain in the new soap opera 'Por Você', set to air in August.
Jamie Lee Curtis defends Timothée Chalamet: 'He just made a silly comment'
Jamie Lee Curtis has publicly defended Timothée Chalamet after he faced backlash for remarks dismissing ballet and opera.
The Stars of 'The Phantom of the Opera' in Vilnius: Additional Performances Announced Due to Huge Interest
Due to high demand, the stars of 'The Phantom of the Opera' have announced additional performances in Vilnius, highlighting their appreciation for the city.
The Witty Figaro Will Invade the Stage of the Kaunas State Musical Theatre
A new production of Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" will be staged at the Kaunas State Musical Theatre, featuring a local cast and performed in Lithuanian.
Metropolitan Opera: the best performance in New York, the best role of a Pole
The Metropolitan Opera's recent financial success was bolstered by the addition of a new performance of Wagner's "Tristan and Isolde," which has sold out despite the company's traditional audience preferences.
Soap star's family and friends in tears after his death is falsely announced
A false report claiming that Fair City star Maclean Burke had died caused distress among his family and friends, prompting the actor to clarify that he is alive.
EastEnders 'confirm' Max's mystery bride - and her brutal 'eye for eye' revenge plot
EastEnders has teased that Cindy Beale will be the mystery bride of Max Branning in a revenge-fueled plot.
Multinational list of applicants for the position of music director at the National Opera
The National Opera has announced a multinational list of candidates for its open music director position, inviting a diverse range of applicants.
Opera: The Last Survivors of Humanity
The Hamburg State Opera presents an innovative performance intertwining Mozart's music with themes of survival and the future.
One of the world's rarest operas at RÚV's Opera Night
RÚV hosted a special evening featuring one of the rarest operas in the world.
War in Ukraine: Kharkiv opera defies Russian bombardment
The Kharkiv opera house continues to perform despite ongoing Russian bombardment, showcasing resilience in the face of war.
B. Britten's opera "A Midsummer Night's Dream" will be performed in Lithuania for the first time
The opera "A Midsummer Night's Dream" by B. Britten is set to premiere in Lithuania, marking a significant expansion of the country's opera repertoire.
Kharkiv's opera and ballet theatre performances continue despite war
Kharkiv's opera and ballet theatre continues to stage performances amid ongoing bombing, reflecting the city's resilience.
SBT schedules Mexican soap opera with Angelique Boyer to raise audience in prime time
SBT will air the Mexican soap opera 'Domenica Monteiro,' featuring Angelique Boyer, starting in early April to boost its prime-time viewership.
‘The Afternoons of Moncloa’: An Unfinished Comic Opera by the Machados Sees the Light
The Fundación Unicaja has revived 'The Afternoons of Moncloa', an unfinished comic opera by Manuel and Antonio Machado, highlighting the existence of more original works in a collection acquired in 2018.
Composer Unsuk Chin wins the Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Music and Opera: "I still feel like a beginner"
South Korean composer Unsuk Chin has won the Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Music and Opera from the BBVA Foundation for her unique technique and sound refinement.
Rediscovered Opera: What a Composer!
The Dortmund Opera, in collaboration with Palazzetto Bru Zane, features a performance of ‘Mazeppa’ by the composer Clémence de Grandval, highlighting the impact of female composers.
Coronation Street's Bernie Winter to face 'indecent proposal' amid stalking hell
Bernie Winter's storyline in Coronation Street intensifies as she is confronted with an indecent proposal amidst ongoing troubles with a stalker.
LOVE and protests: ‘Manon Lescaut’ returns to Liceu amid euphoria and discord
The opera 'Manon Lescaut' returns to the Liceu with a new interpretation that sparks both celebration and protest due to its contemporary themes.
There will be a new director at the National Opera
Yoel Gamzou, a 38-year-old conductor with extensive opera experience, is set to become the new director of the National Opera in Poland following a successful engagement at the Baltic Opera Festival.
Jacob Lundström: Parisa Liljestrand proves Timothée Chalamet right
Cultural Minister Parisa Liljestrand's comments about private donations funding renovations at the Royal Opera House in Stockholm are questioned as state funding covers 90% of the cost.
Lithuanian viewers will also see a special season event at the Metropolitan Opera
The Metropolitan Opera's new production of 'Tristan and Isolde' marks a significant event for Lithuanian audiences as it showcases a revolutionary opera that has no traditional arias.
Paulina Szewioła: The Illusion of Popularity. Who Cares About Ballet and Opera
The article discusses the perceived decline in public interest in ballet and opera, questioning their relevance in contemporary culture.
Not one, but two exhibitions of David Hockney. A great event for the jubilee
A major exhibition celebrating David Hockney's work in operatic set design will be held at Tate Modern to coincide with his upcoming 90th birthday.
New York revives Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera with an opera and an exhibition
New York is celebrating the artistic legacy of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera through a new opera and an exhibition at MoMA.
Arts Council England must change or face ‘disaster’, culture department is told
Margaret Hodge has called for a radical overhaul of Arts Council England, warning that failure to reform may lead to disaster for the cultural sector.
Coronation Street Sam Blakeman star's famous family from co-star brother to director dad
Coronation Street star Jude Riordan, known for his role as Sam Blakeman, has a notable family background that includes fellow actors and a director father.
Juozas Statkevičius: "My mission is to enchant and draw people into opera"
Fashion designer Juozas Statkevičius discusses his vision for costumes in opera, particularly in the context of Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream.'
Coronation Street's Theo actor says 'the game is up' as villain exposed by character
Actor James Cartwright, known for his role as Theo Silverton in Coronation Street, hints that his character's abusive nature may be exposed soon, particularly by fellow character George Shuttleworth.
La Scala, 'Ballo in maschera' signed by Guadagnino
The Teatro alla Scala will open its next season with Verdi's 'Otello' and confirm Luca Guadagnino’s direction for 'Un ballo in maschera' in December 2027.
Letters to the Editor. Give classical culture a chance
The article emphasizes the importance of reviving classical art forms like opera and ballet in the face of the rise of artificial intelligence, as shared by opera singer Lovisa Wahlu.
'Sinners' Brings Ballerina to the Oscar Stage After Timothée Chalamet's Criticism
Ballerina Misty Copeland performed at the Oscars following comments by Timothée Chalamet dismissing ballet and opera as art forms.
Coronation Street 'lets slip' flashforward murder victim in sinister 'foreshadowing'
Coronation Street has revealed potential murder victim clues through a flashforward plot in its ongoing storyline.
Opera Leipzig: How it Sounds When You Struggle for Breath
Opera Leipzig premiered 'Coming Up for Air,' a captivating opera that intertwines three stories about breathlessness across different times and places.
New York Ballet offers discount after controversial comment by Timothée Chalamet
The New York City Ballet launched a discount campaign following Timothée Chalamet's controversial statement suggesting that 'no one cares' about ballet and opera anymore.
El Grec and the Lliure join forces to celebrate their 50th anniversary with a production of 'The Threepenny Opera' by Brecht and Weill
El Grec and the Lliure are collaborating to mark their 50th anniversaries with a production of 'The Threepenny Opera' scheduled to debut in June.
Know Who is Who in 'The Nobility of Love', the new soap opera of six from Globo
The article introduces 'The Nobility of Love', a new Brazilian soap opera set to premiere on Globo, detailing its plot, characters, and setting.
Tate Modern Turbine Hall to showcase David Hockney opera sets
The Tate Modern will host an exhibition featuring David Hockney's opera set designs, celebrating his 90th birthday in 2027.
World stars shine on the stage of the Latvian National Opera in the production 'Aida'
Renowned opera singers Marina Rebeka and Elīna Garanča performed in a special production of 'Aida' at the Latvian National Opera, which has become a staple of its repertoire.