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A recent east coast premiere of 'The Comet / Poppea,' presented by Curtis Opera Theatre, was a reminder of how Philadelphia has become a new epicenter for bold contemporary opera.
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In The Listeners, a seductive cult leader and an unexplainable noise divides an innocent community and warps reality. Mazzoli's opera receives its U.S. premiere in Philadelphia.
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Get a lay of the land in this Fall Preview edition of Fanfare: from Mahler to Mazzoli, there's a classical concert here for you.
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The acclaimed countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo visited WRTI to discuss his decision to take the helm at Opera Philadelphia, and his convictions about how opera can be more accessible and relevant in our time.
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10 Days in a Madhouse, composed by Rene Orth with libretto by Hannah Moscovitch, premiered last fall to sellout crowds. Now, they've won MCANA's Best New Opera award for it, the third such award for an Opera Philadelphia commission.
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As Opera Philadelphia enters its 50th season, acclaimed countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo will step up as president and general director of the company.
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Opera Philadelphia and The Apollo announce a partnership to support the creation of new Black operas"Our dedication to diverse programming promises a future where opera is more vibrant, relevant, and welcoming than ever before," David B. Devan, longtime leader at Opera Philadelphia, says of a new multi-year partnership with The Apollo.
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Kicking off with the American premiere of Missy Mazzoli's 'The Listeners,' Opera Philadelphia's 2024-25 season will also feature fresh interpretations of operas by Mozart and Joseph Bologne.
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In Philadelphia, the coldest part of the year can also serve as a backdrop to some of the year's best musical events. As usual, Fanfare is here to help.
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This year saw many classical music highlights in Philadelphia and beyond. Our hosts picked some of their favorites.