The Society is pleased to announce its next meeting, and the last meeting of the 2018-2019 season: On May 27th, we will be airing the acclaimed video…… Read more “Announcement: Next Meeting of the Toronto Wagner Society”
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Upcoming Wagner Society Meeting – March 18th 2019
In collaboration with Opera by Request, the Society is presenting highlights of the Flying Dutchman on March 18th, 2019. The evening takes place at the Arts and…… Read more “Upcoming Wagner Society Meeting – March 18th 2019”
Notes on Meeting with Susan Bullock and Richard Berkeley-Steele, Toronto Wagner Society Feb. 21, 2018
(Text by Frances Henry) Our last meeting was rather sparsely attended due to a change in time and day of the week and competition from the Toronto…… Read more “Notes on Meeting with Susan Bullock and Richard Berkeley-Steele, Toronto Wagner Society Feb. 21, 2018”
The Rehearsal With Sir Andrew and Cast
(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”
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”
