James Gaffigan has renewed his contract with Komische Oper Berlin, extending his role as General Music Director through the ...

In the English-speaking world the art form is in a perennial battle for hearts and minds. Two contrasting books from either side of the Atlantic ask why ...

Christian Reif has been appointed the new General Music Director of Wuppertaler Bühnen und Sinfonieorchester, starting his role in the 2027/28 season. Reif, a GRAMMY Award-winning conductor, will ...

Starting out in the 1970s as a rare woman in a field dominated by men, she directed the premieres of a pair of politically charged modern classics.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Ethelene Whitmire about her book, "The Remarkable Life of Reed Peggram," about a queer American ...

Shannon Crowley, a 25-year-old Virginia Beach native, was recently selected to attend one of the most prestigious opera ...

Milan’s La Scala and other cultural institutions don't have to grant artists long-term contracts — but nations also can't leave performers stuck without real protection.

AMHERST — Nearly a decade after its last official production, the Five College Opera — comprised of students from Amherst, ...

Milnes VOICE Programs open applications for the 2026 training season. Now in the 26(th) year, individuals interested in a career in the performing arts may apply to learn vocal training, audition ...

Discover the breadth of experience and contributions of Black Americans with a wide variety of programming for Black History ...

Ms. Graves, a mezzo-soprano, is an opera singer. After more than 40 years of singing in opera houses around the world, I have decided to retire from the stage. My last performance will be as Maria in ...

It was nearly 10 years ago that Five College Opera presented its last full production — but now, it’s back. Five College Opera will present “The Marriage of Figaro” (“Le Nozze di Figaro”) on Friday, ...