Leaving the War Memorial Opera House earlier this month, after the West Coast premiere of Poul Ruder’s “The Handmaid’s Tale,” I was left with a distinct thought: Is there where modern opera is going?

It's been three decades since the Houston Grand Opera presented John Adams' "Nixon in China," the company's beloved world premiere that changed not only how modern political operas were viewed but ...

WILLIAMSTOWN — A chorus of wide-eyed, white-clad youngsters stepped tentatively onstage, having spent the minutes before curtain peeking out at the audience. They took their place in small rows to one ...

The Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop has become a staple for UAFS students. The workshop mainly provides students with opportunities to develop their vocal and dramatic skills by utilizing all ...

Nearly two years after debuting at the Cincinnati Opera, “Fierce” is coming to Iowa City’s Hancher Auditorium. The 21st-century opera follows the trials and triumphs of four teenage girls as they ...

While soprano Kiera Duffy will take a Puccini opera any time, there is one thing about the classics that makes them difficult to perform. “It’s not like you can ask the composers what they were ...

Unlock access to every one of the hundreds of articles published daily on BroadwayWorld by logging in with one click. American Modern Opera Company (AMOC*) celebrates Latin American poets and the ...

Operas is a medium built for sweeping tales and grand emotion. This fall, the LA Opera — partnering with Beth Morrison Projects — presents the world premiere of “Hildegard,” running at The Wallis from ...

WILLIAMSTOWN — Doug Balliett promises he didn’t have an allegory in mind when he started. No, really. The composer behind “Rome is Falling,” which will receive a workshop performance, 4 p.m. Aug. 10, ...

Editor’s Note: This is part of a monthly series from Rodney Veal that shares insights and stories from artists and creatives from all corners of our community. As the host of ThinkTV/CET Connect for ...

Editor’s note: Opera Kansas announced on Jan. 30 that it was postponing the production until March 1-2. Opera Kansas is celebrating the state’s birthday next weekend with a modern piece that’s part ...