(Text by Frances Henry) Our society is indeed fortunate to be invited to such grand events as the rehearsal held by Sir Andrew Davis with the Toronto…… Read more “The Rehearsal With Sir Andrew and Cast”
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Toronto celebrates the artistry of Jessye Norman
The following press release is from the Glenn Gould Foundation about the upcoming celebrations around the 12th Glenn Gould Prize Laurete, Jessye Norman: January 16, 2019 –…… Read more “Toronto celebrates the artistry of Jessye Norman”
Why Aren’t Fans Subscribing to the Opera
The New York Times has an interesting article about a loss in subscribers at the Lyric Opera of Chicago that you may enjoy reading: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/21/arts/music/opera-subscriptions-lyric-chicago.html?emc=edit_th_181222&nl=todaysheadlines&nlid=411678431222
The London Ring Cycle III: October 16-24, 2018 A Very Theatrical Experience
(Review by Pierre Couture) I was not impressed by the original 2004-2006 Keith Warner Ring production at the Royal Opera, nor the 2012 revival, so my expectations…… Read more “The London Ring Cycle III: October 16-24, 2018 A Very Theatrical Experience”
London Ring Cycle on BBC Radio 3
The revival of the Royal Opera House Ring Cycle production directed by Keith Warner and conducted by Antonio Pappano is currently being broadcast on BBC Radio 3. This…… Read more “London Ring Cycle on BBC Radio 3”
Karita Mattila and Ben Heppner shine at the Wagner Society
On Monday October 15th 2018, the Wagner Society hosted an evening with famed opera singers Karita Mattila and Ben Heppner. Both singers have sung Wagner during their…… Read more “Karita Mattila and Ben Heppner shine at the Wagner Society”
Reminder: Upcoming Meeting of the Society on October 15th 2018
As a reminder, the Toronto Wagner Society has a meeting coming up on Monday October 15th, 2018. The meeting features soprano Karita Mattila and tenor Ben Heppner…… Read more “Reminder: Upcoming Meeting of the Society on October 15th 2018”
Retooling the Met Opera’s Problematic ‘Ring’ Machine
Retooling the Met Opera’s Problematic ‘Ring’ Machine By Michael Cooper, for the New York Times After months of work, the Metropolitan Opera hopes it has improved the…… Read more “Retooling the Met Opera’s Problematic ‘Ring’ Machine”
Toronto Wagner Society Announces its Fall 2018 Schedule
The Wagner Society is pleased to announce the following upcoming meetings for the fall: On September 17th, the Society opens its 2018-19 season with a roundtable entitled “My…… Read more “Toronto Wagner Society Announces its Fall 2018 Schedule”
2018 Bayreuth Festival
Today, July 25th 2018, is the first day of the 2018 Bayreuth Festival. This year’s Festival opens with a performance of Lohengrin. This is a new production…… Read more “2018 Bayreuth Festival”
